Power Grid Analyst (Energy Systems)

TL;DR

Power Grid Analyst (Energy Systems): Mapping, analyzing, and modeling grids across various markets to inform capex strategy and prioritize non-wire solutions, with an accent on techno-economic and electrical power flow modelling. Focus on defining optimal resource mixes against specific objectives, technically assessing grid quality and stability issues, and supporting grid investment plans.

Location: Hybrid in London, UK or Paris, France

Company

hirify.global Group is an energy tech company that uses technology to make green electrons cheap and revolutionize customer experiences, scaling fast to accelerate the green energy transition globally.

What you will do

• Map, analyze, and model grids across various markets, providing insights to inform capex strategy and prioritize non-wire solutions.
• Perform techno-economic and electrical power flow modelling to define the optimal mix of resources against specific objectives.
• Technically assess solutions for grid quality and stability issues, focusing on non-wire solutions (flexibility and BESS).
• Support the team in reviewing and designing grid investment plans or Integrated Resource Plans for technical sign-off.
• Analyze grid constraints and provide insights on grid connection queues.

Requirements

• Strong background in energy systems, electrical engineering, or power system modeling.
• Advanced power flow modelling expertise (PSCAD, PSSE, PowerFactory, PandaPower) and knowledge of non-linear optimisation.
• Ability to run or develop deterministic physics-based grid modelling tools.
• Deep understanding of energy economics and grid infrastructure principles.
• Proficiency in Python and experience with a modern data platform stack including Databricks, Kubernetes, Terraform, Airflow, Spark, and DBT.
• Must work from London, UK or Paris, France.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of linear, economic modeling (e.g., plexos).
• Experience with DERs, medium and high voltage grids, and utility-scale energy projects.
• Natural curiosity and passion for grid and the energy transition.

Culture & Benefits

• Work within a unique culture where individuals learn, decide, and build quickly with autonomy.
• Contribute to projects that break new ground, driving the renewable energy transition in the UK and globally.
• Work for a company recently named the UK's top employer and ranked in the top ten in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024.
• Benefit from a commitment to providing equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.

Hiring process

• The process usually takes up to 4 weeks.
• You will chat with the recruitment team, and your recruiter will provide support throughout the stages.