Help work on large, isolated power systems integrating gas turbines, BESS, reciprocating engines, and other generating technologies
Support Owner’s Engineer and design teams on large, isolated power systems
Provide independent technical oversight of plant control philosophies
Review and challenge dynamic studies, control narratives, plant controller strategies, and protection philosophies
Validate integration between GT controls, BESS EMS/PPC systems, SCADA, etc.
Engineering design reviews, technical due diligence, project development support, and conceptual design

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
10+ years’ experience in power generation controls, grid integration, or utility-scale plant systems
Demonstrated experience with islanded or isolated grids
Strong understanding of dynamic performance studies (transient stability, EMT, frequency response)
Familiarity with gas turbine control systems (e.g., Mark VIe or equivalent) and BESS plant/energy management systems
Experience reviewing EPC deliverables, grid code compliance documentation, and performance guarantees
Knowledge of protection coordination and system-level control architecture
Experience in development support and conceptual design of thermal power projects

Senior Power Controls – Grid Planning Engineer

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