Senior Power System Expert
Elia Grid International (EGI)
Date: 1 day ago
City: Abu Dhabi
Contract type: Contractor

Who we are
Elia Grid International (EGI) is a global engineering consultancy company, part of Elia Group (Belgium) and 50Hertz (Germany), specialising in complex power system challenges. Our goal is to provide high-quality solutions for the challenges of the energy transition. Our multidisciplinary team of experts offer strategic, technical, and regulatory advice in all fields related to power transmission, as well as a range of specialist solutions to a diverse and international client base in the power sector.
Elia Grid International has offices in Belgium, Germany, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), Malaysia and Canada.
Your function
EGI wishes to reinforce its team working on Power System Operations and Security in the context of deep integration of renewable energy sources, Energy and Balancing Market Integration. To achieve this, we are looking for experienced professionals with expertise in the field of transmission system operation. These experts will take part in local and international projects focusing on RES integration, security of supply, sustainability and economic efficiency of Power Systems.
Typical activities involve (but are not limited to):
Your profile
Choose EGI and help us guide the worldwide power sector into a future of clean and sustainable energy, smarter and more flexible grids, decentralized production and HVDC systems that span across seas and land to interconnect countries, regions, and different energy markets for the benefit of generations to come.
Location
Riyadh – Mobility required: 30% worldwide (willingness to travel abroad for international assignments depending on the business development or project needs).
Want to know more about us?
Check our website and our LinkedIn page for the latest news and updates.
Elia Grid International (EGI) is a global engineering consultancy company, part of Elia Group (Belgium) and 50Hertz (Germany), specialising in complex power system challenges. Our goal is to provide high-quality solutions for the challenges of the energy transition. Our multidisciplinary team of experts offer strategic, technical, and regulatory advice in all fields related to power transmission, as well as a range of specialist solutions to a diverse and international client base in the power sector.
Elia Grid International has offices in Belgium, Germany, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), Malaysia and Canada.
Your function
EGI wishes to reinforce its team working on Power System Operations and Security in the context of deep integration of renewable energy sources, Energy and Balancing Market Integration. To achieve this, we are looking for experienced professionals with expertise in the field of transmission system operation. These experts will take part in local and international projects focusing on RES integration, security of supply, sustainability and economic efficiency of Power Systems.
Typical activities involve (but are not limited to):
- Analysis and definition of operational principles;
- Model definition and validation;
- Steady-state (load flow, short circuit calculations etc.);
- Dynamic stability analysis (frequency, voltage stability..);
- Grid Code requirement and connection compliance studies;
- Support the analysis and evaluation of grid reliability and security (e.g. capacity calculation, balancing, operational planning..);
- Support the company’s business development teams in identifying and pursuing opportunities by establishing trusted relationships with our clients and developing proposals.
Your profile
- Master's degree in Engineering or Applied Mathematics/Physics;
- 5-10 years of experience in Power System Operations and Security (balancing and RES system integration, system operation and state-of-the-art technological solutions);
- Experience with HVDC, FACTS and Power Electronics related studies including transient stability, fault analysis, and dynamic performance assessments.
- Expertise in translating complex data into key strategic insights and valuable actions;
- Knowledge of power system simulation tools (PowerFactory, PSSE, PSCAD).
- Fluent in English;
- Knowledge of Arabic and the region is a strong asset.
- Permanent contract or freelance position;
- Attractive salary package and an extensive array of fringe benefits;
- Exciting, professional and international environment in a fast-growing company;
- Unique training, personal development and growth opportunities.
Choose EGI and help us guide the worldwide power sector into a future of clean and sustainable energy, smarter and more flexible grids, decentralized production and HVDC systems that span across seas and land to interconnect countries, regions, and different energy markets for the benefit of generations to come.
Location
Riyadh – Mobility required: 30% worldwide (willingness to travel abroad for international assignments depending on the business development or project needs).
Want to know more about us?
Check our website and our LinkedIn page for the latest news and updates.
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