Consultant, Grid Modelling & Grid Connection

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants anywhere in the world.

📋 Description

• Assist major companies with technical and strategic initiatives related to the energy transition.

• Oversee grid connection projects and liaise with grid operators and other involved project stakeholders.

• Offer assistance on technical matters concerning grid connections.

• Develop and evaluate grid models, while conducting grid calculations and simulations.

• Contribute hands-on experience to the advancement of our proprietary grid connection product.

• Specify functional requirements and collaborate closely with the development team.

• Counsel customers on grid integration and devise practical solutions.

• Facilitate technical discussions among customers, grid operators, manufacturers, and other project collaborators.

• Organize technical tasks and communicate results in a clear and comprehensible manner.

• Propel projects forward in collaboration with the FALKRAFT team.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, power systems engineering, energy engineering, or an equivalent qualification.

• Experience with grid connection procedures and grid integration at medium- or high-voltage levels.

• Ideally, background in grid modeling and simulation, such as with DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSS®E, or PSCAD.

• Strong technical expertise in electrical power systems, preferably including battery energy storage systems, large-scale PV plants, or significant loads.

• Exceptional communication skills and a passion for collaborating with customers and diverse project partners.

• Independent, organized, and pragmatic work approach.

• Proficient in German and possess very good English language skills.

• Willingness to assume responsibility and advance topics promptly.

• Nice to have: Experience with grid connection studies, load-flow, or short-circuit calculations.

• Nice to have: Familiarity with technical connection regulations and grid connection prerequisites, such as VDE-AR-N 4110/4120.

• Nice to have: Experience in working with grid operators or manufacturers of inverters and energy storage systems.

• Nice to have: Understanding of grid-forming, power quality, or dynamic grid simulations.

• Nice to have: Experience with the grid connection of data centers.

🏝️ Benefits

• Option for permanent employment or freelance engagement.

• 12-month contract duration.

• 40 hours per week.

• Early onboarding and immediate start available.

• Early responsibility and direct interaction with customers.

• Opportunities for both technical and personal development.

• Work in small teams with streamlined decision-making processes and minimal hierarchies.

• Play a role in shaping our own grid connection product from the beginning.

• Collaborate on challenging projects for major companies.

• Flexible freelance collaboration is encouraged.