Grid Compliance Engineer

Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• PSCAD Modelling & Simulation:

• Develop, refine, and validate detailed

  PSSE/PSCAD/EMTDC models

  of wind turbine generators, power converters, transformers, collector systems, and overall wind farm electrical systems.
• Perform comprehensive

  electromagnetic transient (EMT) studies

  including switching transients, lightning surges, short-circuit analysis, and temporary over voltages (TOV).
• Conduct

  sub-synchronous resonance (SSR)

  and

  sub-synchronous control interaction (SSCI)

  studies as required by grid codes or project specifications.
• Understanding of synthetic inertia requirements from grid codes.

• Grid Integration & Compliance:

• Analyse and ensure compliance with various

  grid codes (e.g., IEGC, specific utility requirements, etc.,)

  concerning fault ride-through (FRT), reactive power capability, power quality, and dynamic voltage/frequency support.
• Determine and optimize control parameters for wind turbine converters to meet grid requirements and enhance system performance.
• Prepare and review

  Grid Impact Studies (GIS)

  and technical documentation for interconnection agreements.

• Design & System Analysis:

• Contribute to the electrical design and specification of wind turbine components (e.g., converter topologies, filters, protection schemes).
• Execute dynamic performance studies, stability analysis, and transient stability assessments to optimize system reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with controls, hardware, and system integration teams to translate simulation results into robust design specifications.

• Testing & Validation:

• Support

  Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL)

  testing and Field-Testing activities to validate PSCAD models against real-world performance data.

Education:

Experience:

Domain Expertise:

• In-depth knowledge of

  wind turbine generator technology (e.g., DFIG, Full-Converter)

  and associated control strategies.
• Proven experience in

  modelling power electronic converters

  (e.g., VSC, MMC) in PSCAD.
• Familiarity with

  grid interconnection requirements

  and standards for renewable energy

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in other power system analysis tools (e.g., PSSE, Power Factory) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of driverless PMSG wind generators, transmission and distribution system fundamentals.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills for technical documentation.

• Work Location:

  Chennai.

• Vertical : Wind

Interested candidates can share their profiles to manezhil.p@refex.co.in