Senior Grid Connection Engineer

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.

Job Description:

Lead Grid Connection Engineer

Fluence Office: IND-Bangalore/Remote

Reports to: Grid Connection Director, Australia as part of the APAC Delivery group. Will be involved in leading, managing and performing grid connection studies.

About us: Fluence is a global leader in energy storage solutions, revolutionizing the way we integrate renewable energy into electricity systems. We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Grid Connections Engineer to play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless integration of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).

Primary Responsibilities

• Support assessment of BESS solutions to comply with Generator Performance Standards (GPS) for grid connections.
• Manage grid modelling studies for BESS system grid connections, including model troubleshooting and technical support.
• Undertake preliminary modelling and assessments (such as Model Acceptance Tests)
• Management and provision of R0, R1 and commissioning (R2) documents and technical information (such as performance curves, datasheets, model user guides (RUGs) etc.) and provision of project-specific documents when required.
• Collaboration with design teams for preparation of key design items affecting grid connections, including voltage control strategy, plant performance curves etc,
• Review and inform BESS and BoP designs for grid connected BESS assets to ensure GPS and Registration compliance.
• Manage stakeholders (internal, customer, consultant, regulatory etc.) to ensure grid connections are achieved end-to-end in a timely manner, including attending meetings and providing progress reports.
• Assist technical teams in maintaining and updating proprietary PPC and OEM dynamic models.
• Coach and work collaboratively with other engineers within the organization.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility and locational studies utilising dynamic and grid models to identify and evaluate opportunities.
• Support modelling requirements and activities in the Asia-Pacific region.
• Collaborate with technical teams to develop new PCS/PPC solutions.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in Electrical or Power Systems
• PhD or Master’s in Power Systems preferred

Competencies

• Minimum 5+ Years of professional experience in Power system Analysis.
• Experience in review of grid connection compliance design.
• National Electricity Market (NEM) grid connection experience, especially BESS Generator Performance Standards (GPS) and Registration experience preferred.
• Generator and power systems modelling experience.
• Experience with PSS/E, PSCAD, PowerFactory software.
• Experience in negotiation with major stakeholders, such as clients, consultants, contractors and authorities.
• Experience in high pressure environment.

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