Lead Power System Engineer; m​/w​/d

Energy is a valuable asset! ILF supports clients worldwide to execute large‑scale projects across private and public sectors focusing on the generation, storage and transmission of electricity supplied from a variety of renewable energies. We actively promote the shift towards sustainable energy for present and future generations. Join our Power Transmission & Distribution team as Lead Power System Engineer (m/w/d) to lead and supervise system studies.

• Lead, supervise and quality check Power System Studies
• Network modelling of full national transmission grids, local distribution and industrial grids, island grids or large‑scale off‑grid hybrid systems
• Liaison between system studies, network design and energy system modelling
• Prepare, check and approve detailed technical reports
• Mentor, coach and develop team members
• Project management of complete study projects as well as of work packages
• Provide support for proposal preparation
• Liaise and communicate effectively with team, clients and stakeholders

• Tradition meets Modern
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  As a medium‑size family business, our corporate culture is characterized by unbureaucratic dynamics and collaborative flat hierarchies. We combine long‑standing tradition with innovative approaches and the latest technologies.
• Profit sharing with employees, reward employee recommendations and publications of technical articles and honor outstanding projects with Excellence Awards.
• Great vision
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  We aspire to drive the energy transition, promote environmental protection and contribute to improving the quality of life for all.
• Health and environment care through mobile and flexible work offer, generous special leave allowance in addition to mandated holidays, bike leasing, Job Ticket, gym allowance, comfortable and adjustable working areas, co‑payment for workplace prescription eyewear and our Employee Assistance Program (customized according to country).

• Degree in Electrical Engineering with power systems specialization
• At least seven years of relevant experience
• In‑depth knowledge of power network simulations in the following fields:
  • Grid Integration Studies
  • Steady state studies
  • Dynamic and transient simulations
  • Grid Code compliance
  • Power quality studies/harmonics studies and filter design
  • Software experience in DIgSilent Power Factory, PSS/E, NEPLAN, ETAP and/or PSCAD
• Experience in the following fields would be beneficial:
  • Energy System Master Planning with PLEXOS
  • Grid connection of Renewable Energy Plants and Large Scale Battery Storage Systems (BESS)
  • High Voltage and Extra High Voltage Systems
  • Knowledge of the typical components of high‑ and medium‑voltage systems
• Power system protection, schemes and devices
• Fluent in English. Proficiency in German or French is a benefit
• Previous experience of working in a consulting environment would be a benefit
• Used to working flexibly, independently and reliably in a team
• Focus on quality and ensuring excellence of deliverables for both project reports and proposals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially in email correspondence, technical report writing and presentations
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, often working on multiple projects at any one time
• Comfortable with travelling internationally for meetings and/or presentations as projects are worldwide

We do not consider your ethnic background, gender, religion or ideology, disability, age or sexual identity for hiring decisions. We value passion and fit within our organization.