Power System Sector – Basic Job Descriptions (JDs)

Power System Engineer

0–5 years

ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD, PSS®E

Responsibilities:

Develop and validate electrical system models (load flow, short circuit, protection coordination).
Perform power system studies — load flow, fault analysis, stability, and relay coordination.
Prepare study reports, SLDs, and compliance documents as per IEEE/IEC standards.
Support renewable integration and grid compliance studies (solar, wind, BESS).

Ideal Candidate:

Electrical engineer passionate about grid planning and system studies, with good analytical and reporting skills.

Protection & Relay Engineer

2–8 years

ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, CYME, OMICRON Test Universe, Relay Setting Calculations, Fault Analysis, and Protection Coordination

Responsibilities:

Prepare and verify protection schemes (50/51, 50N/51N, 87T, 64, 24, 46, 49).
Conduct relay coordination and grading studies.
Develop settings, logic, and testing procedures for IEDs and numerical relays.
Review TCC curves and ensure selective coordination for MV/LV feeders.

Ideal Candidate:

Engineer with practical understanding of substation protection systems and hands-on relay configuration experience.

Renewable Integration | Grid Compliance Engineer

3–10 years

PSS®E, PSCAD, PowerFactory

Responsibilities:

Perform renewable (solar/wind/BESS) interconnection and compliance studies.
Conduct LVRT, HVRT, frequency, and reactive power capability tests as per CTU/CEA guidelines.
Model inverter and control systems in PSCAD or PSS®E.
Coordinate with utilities for model validation and grid approval submissions.

Ideal Candidate:

Engineer with knowledge of grid code requirements and renewable project interconnection processes.

Substation Design Engineer

3–10 years

AutoCAD, ETAP

Responsibilities:

Prepare electrical design deliverables — SLD, GA, cable schedules, control schematics.
Coordinate protection, metering, and SCADA interfaces.
Ensure design compliance with IEC/IS/IEEE standards.
Support procurement and construction teams during implementation.

Ideal Candidate:

Electrical design engineer experienced in HV/MV substation design and documentation.

Project | Proposal Engineer(Power System Studies)

3–6 years

ETAP, PSS®E, Excel, MS Projects

Responsibilities:

Prepare technical and commercial proposals for power system study projects.
Understand client requirements and scope alignment.
Coordinate with engineering and business teams for deliverable timelines.

Ideal Candidate:

Engineer with consulting exposure and strong communication skills for client coordination.

Transmission Planning Engineer

4–10 years

PSS®E, PowerFactory, PSCAD

Responsibilities:

Conduct long-term transmission network planning and contingency analysis.
Evaluate N-1/N-2 conditions and propose reinforcement plans.
Prepare feasibility and expansion reports aligned with utility grid codes.

Ideal Candidate:

Engineer with transmission utility or consultancy experience in planning and power system analysis.

Graduate Engineer Trainee – Power System Studies

0–1 year

India / Remote / On-site

ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD, PSS®E (Preferred)

Responsibilities:

Assist senior engineers in developing and validating power system models.
Support load flow, short circuit, and relay coordination studies.
Prepare and review single-line diagrams, equipment data sheets, and reports.
Perform data collection, input preparation, and study documentation under guidace.
Learn utility grid codes, IEEE/IEC standards, and protection fundamentals.

Ideal Candidate:

Fresh Electrical Engineering graduate with strong fundamentals in power systems, eager to learn software-based system studies and contribute to consulting projects.