Senior Power Systems Engineer – HVDC & Grid Integration

Tasks & Responsibilities 

• Act as technical reference on HVDC, FACTS and grid integration projects, from feasibility studies through to commissioning support. 

• Lead study packages: define the technical approach, the modelling assumptions and the validation strategy. 

• Perform and review advanced power system studies (EMT, harmonic, dynamic stability, control interaction) for HVDC and FACTS applications. 

• Review and challenge vendor models, control designs and functional specifications, and contribute to the specification of HVDC/FACTS equipment. 

• Drive technical discussions with clients, TSOs, partners and vendors, ensuring high-quality engineering outcomes. 

• Mentor engineers, review their work and contribute to the development of team know-how and methodologies. 

• Provide technical input to proposals and tenders, and support the positioning of the company in the HVDC market. 

Activities 

• Model transmission grids and simulate complex electrical phenomena using electromagnetic transient (EMT) and real-time simulation tools. 

• Analyse the dynamic behaviour of AC/DC converters, including interaction with control and protection systems. 

• Provide strategic technical advice on HVDC integration challenges, including interoperability and interaction phenomena in multi-vendor and multi-terminal schemes. 

• Lead or contribute to real-time simulation and factory acceptance test campaigns using control replica systems. 

• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, working groups and client workshops to strengthen market visibility. 

• Collaborate with project managers and cross-functional teams (engineering, commercial) to secure technical quality and client satisfaction. 

Conditions of employment 

• Position based at our specialized engineering centre in Lyon/Jonage (69), France. 

• International travel required for client meetings, project execution and test campaigns. 

• Hybrid between technical leadership on projects and client-facing / business development support. 

• Competitive compensation package reflecting seniority and expertise

Experience and know-how: 

• 5+ years of professional experience in the power systems industry, with a strong focus on HVDC, FACTS or other power-electronic based transmission technologies. 

• Proven expertise in power system modelling and simulation, particularly using EMT tools (e.g. PSCAD, EMTP, RTDS). 

• Solid understanding of converter control and protection strategies, interaction phenomena and system integration challenges. 

• Experience conducting and reviewing network studies (harmonic, transient stability, EMT) for grid connection of HVDC/FACTS or large renewable plants. 

• Demonstrated ability to lead a study package, set the assumptions and defend the results in front of clients and third-party reviewers. 

• Familiarity with project management principles and the execution of complex, multi-stakeholder power infrastructure projects. 

• Ability to engage confidently with clients, vendors and partners, bridging technical depth with clear communication. 

• Knowledge of industry standards, regulatory requirements and grid codes relevant to HVDC and renewable integration. 

• (Preferred) Track record in mentoring engineers or leading small technical teams, showing readiness to grow into a lead role. 

• (Preferred) Exposure to business development activities such as preparing proposals, supporting tenders, or representing the company in client meetings. 

Qualifications: 

• Postgraduate studies or Masters (MSc - Master of Science) 

• Doctorate (PhD - Doctor of Philosophy) in a related field appreciated, but not required. 

Linguistic competences: 

• English: fluent (mandatory) 

• French: fluent (optional) 

• Other languages desirable 

Ambitions or Motivations: 

• Become a recognised technical reference in HVDC and grid integration, within the RTEi Group and in the wider industry. 

• Play a key role in driving the growth and international positioning of the RTEi Group in the HVDC and grid integration domain. 

• Demonstrate initiative, autonomy and ownership, contributing both technically and strategically to projects. 

• Act as a trusted technical advisor to clients and partners, strengthening long-term relationships and collaborations.