Staff Engineer, Power Systems

Staff Engineer, Power Systems

ADI - Analog Devices

Remote, Germany

We are seeking a highly experienced Electrical Engineer with deep expertise in power distribution systems grid digitisation technologies, advanced sensing, analytics and networks operations.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in delivering innovative customer focused solutions that transform utility operations and create measurable value for distribution system operators.

This role focuses on innovative sensor technologies, product development, topology aware network analytics, fault analysis tools, customer technical engagement, tender support and the development of high quality technical documentation and training materials.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Provide subject matter expertise on electricity distribution systems including medium voltage and low voltage networks operations, load behaviour, switching operations and control centre processes.
• Lead the technical development and deployment of grid monitoring and analysis solutions based on advanced sensing platforms and high resolution data acquisition.
• Apply innovative sensor technologies to improve real time network observability including; waveform analysis, harmonics, thermal monitoring and other advanced condition monitoring techniques.
• Use strong understanding of network topology to support the development of analytics models fault detection strategies and situational awareness tools that enhance operational decision making.
• Work closely with software engineering teams to ensure data is transformed into actionable insights through analytics visualisation and cloud based platforms.
• Lead and support integration of VT Electron systems into customer Digital Twin, SCADA and ADMS environments ensuring robust secure and interoperable data exchange.
• Define and document integration architectures, validation approaches and performance criteria for deployment within diverse utility environments.
• Provide technical leadership and input into tender submissions including; technical specifications, compliance matrices, solution architecture, product configurations and deployment methodologies.
• Represent Analog Devices in technical workshops customer meetings and clarification sessions ensuring solutions are aligned with customer operational and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain high quality technical documentation including functional design descriptions, installation guides, commissioning procedures, operation manuals and integration documentation.
• Design and oversee system validation and acceptance testing strategies.
• Develop and deliver technical training materials and sessions for both internal teams and customer engineering and operations personnel.

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of six years working within electricity distribution systems including network operations and system integration.
• Experience working directly with distribution system operators on digitalisation or network modernisation projects.
• Field experience of primary and secondary substations in distribution networks.
• Experience of technical tender responses and customer solution development within a utility context.
• Proven ability to produce clear structured technical documentation and communicate complex technical concepts to both engineering and non-engineering stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with customers internal teams and senior leadership.
• Willingness to travel as required to support customer engagements site deployments and technical workshops.
• Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Full driving licence.

Desirable Experience:

• Experience working directly with distribution system operators on digitalisation or network modernisation projects.
• Familiarity with relevant IEC and EN standards relating to monitoring protection and data communications within electricity networks.
• Experience with cloud based architectures IoT platforms or advanced analytics solutions applied to energy systems.
• Experience of electronics, firmware and coding.
• Demonstrated experience applying novel technologies, analytics platforms and topology aware tools to improve network monitoring and fault diagnosis.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards professional accreditation.