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Ramboll is looking for a technically ambitious and skilled electrical engineer for our Chennai location.\nInviting bright minds\nDo you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop your excellence in an open, collaborative and empowering culture? We work to create a sustainable future and our inspiring projects and innovative solutions aim to set the standard among our peers. You will join a global company that has been growing successfully since its founding in 1945. Together, we lead and leave a positive impact on societies, companies and people around the world.\nGreat responsibility and professional sparring\nIn Ramboll you will perform versatile and exciting tasks for large international companies. You will work independently and have your own areas of responsibility. At the same time, you will become part of a highly professional environment with talented and committed colleagues, where sparring is paramount.\nRamboll is a knowledge-based company where you, with your strong technical skills, contribute with valuable solutions while providing targeted sparring and establishing close professional relationships with colleagues and clients.\nYour professional skills and wishes for personal development will be part of the organization of the tasks. In this way, you are helping to shape the way for an interesting and challenging work life.\n Key responsibilities, tasks & important relations\nTo add one Engineer to do power system studies for Ramboll Energy, Chennai\nResponsibilities & tasks\nThe primary responsibilty of the selected candidate will be power system studies. He / she will be expected to perform other design / engineering activities pertaining to HV primary, secondary, HVDC, Statcom, battery energy storage system, plant electrification, proposal activities as well.\nLead and execute power system studies:Load flow/power flow, voltage control and reactive power optimization\nShort-circuit (IEC 60909/ANSI), equipment duty assessment, N-1/N-2 contingency\nProtection coordination and relay settings (OC, EF, Distance, Differential, Busbar, Transformer, Motor/Generator)\nArc flash assessments (IEEE 1584/CSA Z462) and mitigation recommendations\nHarmonic and interharmonic studies (IEC 61000/IEEE 519), impedance scans, MV/LV harmonic filter design (passive/active)\nMotor starting (static/dynamic), flicker and unbalance analysis (IEC/IEEE)\nDynamic and transient stability (RMS), low/high voltage ride-through, frequency stability\nEMT studies in PSCAD/EMT-type tools for HVDC (VSC/CSC), STATCOM/SVC, converter interactions, energization/switching transients, inrush, resonance\nInsulation coordination and lightning protection (IEC 60071/IEC 62305)\nEarthing/grounding grid design and touch/step potentials (IEEE 80), offshore bonding considerations\nCapacitor/reactor sizing, VAR/Power Factor correction, LV/MV capacitor bank protection & control\nCable ampacity/thermal rating (IEC 60287/IEEE 399) and cable energization sequencing\n Reliability/availability (RA/RAM) assessments; black-start/islanding/resynchronization where applicable\n Power quality assessments for industrial, data centers, renewables, and transport sectors\n\nOffshore/onshore substation focus:Studies for platform and onshore substations (AIS/GIS), array and export systems, energization plans, dynamic cable considerations\nEarthing/bonding strategies for offshore platforms, sheath bonding and induced voltages, overvoltage control, filter/VAR planning\n\nModeling and documentation:Develop and validate system models and Single Line Diagrams (SLDs) from client/network data; maintain version-controlled models and data QA/QC\nPrepare design basis reports, study plans, assumptions registers, calculation notes, and clear recommendation reports\n\nGrid code and standards compliance:Interpret and ensure compliance with relevant grid codes (e.g., ENTSO-E frameworks, UK NGESO, Energinet, EirGrid, etc.) and client specifications\nApply IEC/IEEE/ANSI standards across studies and deliverables\n\nCross-functional leadership and delivery:Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and design reviews for multi-disciplinary teams\nCollaborate closely with primary/secondary engineering, protection & control, FAT/SAT, and commissioning teams\nSupport proposals/tendering with scopes, methods, estimates, and risk / assumption logs; lead client technical clarifications\nPlan and deliver to quality, schedule, and budget; maintain compliant records per internal QA processes\n\nSoftware and Tool Competency (expert proficiency expected) ETAP & DigSILENT are must have requirements. Other software are preferred.\nETAP: Load Flow, Short Circuit (IEC/ANSI), Star Protection/Coordination, Arc Flash, Harmonic Analysis, Motor Starting, Transient Stability, Reliability Assessment, DC Systems/UPS/Battery sizing\nDIgSILENT PowerFactory: Load Flow, Short-Circuit, RMS Dynamics, EMT, Protection & Coordination, Harmonics; DSL modeling; Python automation\nPSCAD/EMTDC or EMTP-RV: EMT studies for HVDC/FACTS, switching/energization transients, converter interactions, SSR/SSI screening\nSKM PowerTools: DAPPER, CAPTOR, TMS, Arc Flash\nPSS®E and/or PowerWorld/CYME for transmission/planning studies\nCDEGS/SES or equivalent for grounding/earthing studies\nMATLAB/Simulink and/or Python for custom analyses, scripting, and report automation; version control (e.g., Git)\n\nStandards and Codes (strong working knowledge)IEC\n\nImportant Relations.\nHOD / Team Lead / Lead Engineer / Sr. Engineer / Designers\nWorks with other Engineers in the project team of Ramboll Energy Chennai.\nWorks with HV Engineering counterparts in other Ramboll Energy regions\n Qualifications & Experience\nBachelor’s degree in Electrical/Power Systems Engineering; Master’s/PhD preferred\n8 to 15 years of hands-on power system studies experience, including HV substation (onshore/offshore) and LV/MV systems.\n Persons with more experience / competency can be considerd as a Lead as well.\nProven track record leading complex study packages and achieving grid-code-compliant designs\nStrong protection engineering background: relay settings/calculations, coordination, and validation in the field/FAT/SAT\nExperience across sectors such as renewables (onshore/offshore wind, solar, BESS), industrial, utilities, data centers, and transportation\nExcellent client engagement, technical writing, and presentation skills; comfortable leading technical discussions\nProfessional registration (e.g., CEng, PE) preferred\nExperience of at least 6 years in a consultancy organisation - must\nCompleted at least one offshore wind substation project including HV side and GIS panels\n Working at Ramboll\nTo work at Ramboll means being part of a people organisation. We are focused on knowledge sharing and collaboration across competence areas and geography, and we aim for a strong diversity among our employees. This enables us to solve a broad range of projects, and we firmly believe that cross-collaboration leads to creative and longstanding solutions. Thus, the possibilities at Ramboll are many and diverse -we invest a lot in the development of people and offer career paths tailored for each individual.\nWelcome to our Energy division\nRamboll is at the forefront of addressing the green transition and offers a holistic approach to energy that supports the sector on the journey towards more sustainable solutions. With 1,800 experts in 14 countries, covering the full spectrum of technologies and all parts of the value chain from production and transmission to distribution, we plan, design and implement energy solutions all over the world.\nRamboll in India\nRamboll has more than 1,000 experts working across five offices in India applying their passion to deliver innovative solutions in markets as diverse as Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health and Energy. Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a people company. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative and empowering culture.\nHow to apply\nIf you are interested in applying, please send your application through our online recruitment system by clicking the link ‘apply’ below. Attach your CV, cover letter and relevant documents showcasing why you are the right fit for the role, and when you are available to start. 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