Electrical Design Engineer – senior PSCAD

Company: Atlas NextWave
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Role Objective

We are seeking a proactive, flexible consultant to support offshore wind farm projects in Ørsted’s portfolio. The consultant will deliver high‑quality power system studies in PowerFactory and PSCAD, collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and adapt to evolving project priorities and workloads.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create and validate EMT and RMS models for relevant assets (e.g., WTG, PPC, STATCOM, as applicable).
  • Plan and execute design and Grid Code compliance studies, small disturbances and fault scenarios.
  • Draft clear, audit‑ready technical documentation for internal review and external compliance; contribute to grid‑connection workstreams.
  • Interface with OEMs on model provisioning, validation, and parameterization.
  • Summarize findings, recommend mitigations, and ensure quality in line with Ørsted standards across multiple projects.

Resources Provided

Ørsted will supply a laptop and all necessary software licenses and access.

Engagement Terms

  • No additional certifications required.
  • No travel required; the role is fully remote.
  • Contract basis, billed per hour or per day.
  • Flexible allocation subject to project demands and priorities.

Requirements

  • Degree in Electrical/Power Systems Engineering (BEng/MSc/PhD) or equivalent.
  • At least 5 years’ hands‑on experience with PSCAD for EMT studies, including applicable add‑ons and analysis modules, plus required experience with DIgSILENT PowerFactory covering steady‑state and RMS analyses.
  • Experience working with vendor models and parameterization for compliance.
  • Scripting/automation skills for workflows and post‑processing.
  • Experience coordinating with OEMs for model delivery, validation, and updates. strong data confidentiality practices
  • Strong communication skills; able to produce clear reports and stakeholder materials.
  • Ability to work independently while following Ørsted’s established methodologies, documentation standards, and QA processes.

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Posted: May 25th, 2026