Senior Manager -Power System Studies (Design & Engineering- Wind)

About Company

Founded in 2011, ReNew, is one of the largest renewable energy companies globally, with a leadership position in India. Listed on Nasdaq under the ticker RNW, ReNew develops, builds, owns, and operates utility-scale wind energy projects, utility-scale solar energy projects, utility-scale firm power projects, and distributed solar energy projects. In addition to being a major independent power producer in India, ReNew is evolving to become an end-to-end decarbonization partner providing solutions in a just and inclusive manner in the areas of clean energy, green hydrogen, value-added energy offerings through digitalisation, storage, and carbon markets that increasingly are integral to addressing climate change. With a total capacity of more than 13.4 GW (including projects in pipeline), ReNew’s solar and wind energy projects are spread across 150+ sites, with a presence spanning 18 states in India, contributing to 1.9 % of India’s power capacity. Consequently, this has helped to avoid 0.5% of India’s total carbon emissions and 1.1% India’s total power sector emissions. In the over 10 years of its operation, ReNew has generated almost 1.3 lakh jobs, directly and indirectly. ReNew has achieved market leadership in the Indian renewable energy industry against the backdrop of the Government of India’s policies to promote growth of this sector. ReNew’s current group of stockholders contains several marquee investors including CPP Investments, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, Goldman Sachs, GEF SACEF and JERA. Its mission is to play a pivotal role in meeting India’s growing energy needs in an efficient, sustainable, and socially responsible manner. ReNew stands committed to providing clean, safe, affordable, and sustainable energy for all and has been at the forefront of leading climate action in India.

Job Description

Job Purpose

 

An Electrical Engineer with post graduate/Doctorate qualification in Power system or equivalent with 7-12 years of experience in conducting Power system simulation studies for Electrical Balance of plant systems. Should have fair understanding in systems pertaining to Sub-station (up to 400 KV), SCADA/DCS/SAS, Switching stations, and related transmission lines.

Roles and Responsibilities

Detailed engineering:

Electrical Balance of plant pertaining to Sub-station (up to 400 KV), Switching stations, and related transmission lines, from concept till commissioning of wind farm, which shall also involve

1. Developing models of renewable energy/ Utility transmission & distribution network on power system simulation software, which shall also include

a) Performing studies such as Relay Coordination, Insulation Coordination, Arc Flash Studies etc for stability of Plant through ETAP.

b) Python scripting for PSS/E simulation automation.

c) Performing Grid code compliance studies (Steady state, Power quality & Dynamic studies) for integration of renewable energy to the Grid through PSS-E.

d) Knowledge of PSCAD & EMT studies would be an added advantage.

e) Knowledge on PPC & designing control logic along with system architecture is added advantage

 

2. Basic idea about substation engineering including various schemes for voltage level up-to 400/220kV level.

3. Familiar to Design calculations/ Electrical Equipment sizing calculations and various Electrical layouts.

4. Preparing technical report for the studies conducted.

5. Knowledge on regulatory requirements put forth by CEA will be an added advantage.

 

• Knowledge of Software tools-

1. ETAP(Expert), PSS/E(Intermediate) and PSCAD (Intermediate)

2. AutoCAD, MS-office etc.

3. Python

Deliverables

• Power system Simulation studies

• Plant stability studies

• Technical Support on Reactive power compensation

• Sizing calculations

• Analysis Report on External Grid Compliance studies

• Relay, protection & PPC settings for Plant

Profile & Eligible Criteria

• BE/B Tech in electrical engineering from recognized institution like NIT/ equiv., with 5-8 yrs. post qualification experience. Candidates with masters in power systems or equivalent would be preferred.

• Experience on the balance of plant of wind renewable sector OR from the solar / hydro sector OR from the EPC companies who deliver services to the renewable sector/those who are into energy/ power sector.

• Strong communication & presentation skills.

• Candidates willing to relocate to Gurgaon with family, will be preferred.

Main Interfaces

• Project execution team.

• O & M Team.

Location

Gurgaon.