Senior HVDC System Design Consultant | Houston, TX

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  • Location: Houston, TX

  • Company: DNV Germany Holding Gmbh

place globally and regionally, in the energy industry. Our Energy Advisory group has an exciting opportunity for a Senior HVDC System Design Consultant, in its Power System Advisory (PSA) Department. DNV Energy's PSA team provides creative, cost effective and practical solutions to stakeholders in the power generation, transmission, and distribution systems.

The Senior HVDC System Design Consultant must demonstrate vision and drive and be passionate about contributing to the growth and evolution of the PSA business in North America. The ideal candidate will be aware of market opportunities where we can differentiate and innovate, and they will manage commercial projects, delivering technical

insight and provide customers with excellent customer service. Develop conceptual HVDC and AC transmission system designs, feasibility studies, CAPEX OPEX and availability backssments to address our customer's transmission needs Perform electrical design and general arrangements of HVDC systems and substations Perform AC network studies, and Grid integration studies (power electronic devices integration into the AC grid) Contribute to preparing specifications and tender documentation Reviewing the OEMs design and study reports Witness commissioning tests such as type, factory- or site acceptance tests (FAT/SAT) Develop (or contribute to) clear and high-quality reports and commercial offers Contribute

to developing our service portfolio / roadmap and the annual plan by monitoring and anticipating market developments Demonstrate industry engagement by participating in thought leadership, and represent DNV at conferences, in the technical literature and in standardization initiatives such as IEEE, IEC and CIGRE Perform business development with existing and new DNV Customers Coach junior consultants and help them develop their technical career path This position will ideally be based out of our Dallas (TX), Katy (TX), Austin (TX), Medford (MA) or Portland (OR) office.

Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days) Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits Spending accounts - FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA Special programs - Employee Assistance Program, ID theft protection, and accident and critical illness options for you and your family Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits Tuition assistance Flexible work schedule with hybrid/remote opportunities Advancement opportunitiesBenefits may vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election DNV is a proud equal-opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce.

All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department (xyz X@).

Information received relating to accommodations will be addressed confidentially. We conduct pre-employment drug and background screeningImmigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are available for this positionAre you passionate about decarbonization of the grid? Are you excited to enable grid reliably to accommodate renewable energy? You can support us by analyzing projects helping our customers achieving these goals. Minimum Requirements: You hold a Ph D and/or master's degree in Power Systems, Power Electronics, or related fields within Electrical Engineering Expertise in conducting network studies, such as load flows and short circuit analyses Proven track record in power system studies, particularly in the integration of power electronic devices into AC grids Knowledge extending to HVDC system-level topics, encompassing control and protection strategies, HVDC control validation studies, and real-time digital simulations in RTDS or equivalent environments You have successfully engaged in the complete HVDC project life cycle from at least one of the relevant HVDC disciplines Excellent written and verbal English communication skills What is Preferred You possess a deep understanding of network/grid codes and are familiar with US regulatory and planning frameworks and standards (NERC/FERC, IEEE P2800) Your proficiency includes working with power system software packages such as PSCAD, PSS/E, Dig SILENT, or their equivalents 10+ years of hands-on and specialized work experience in the HVDC field, you bring a wealth of knowledge to the table You have a broad network with system operators, utilities, vendors and developers, and are recognized as a technical authority in your work field You have experience with multi-terminal HVDC and fault clearing strategies, as well as approaches to enable multi-vendor interoperability You have experience in working with any of the latest HVDC advancements, such as grid forming, fault blocking, etc You already contributing to CIGRE, IEC, and IEEE working groups You have experience in working with customers in North America #J-18808-Ljbffr

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