Power Systems Expert

*About Us*
With over 2.300 employees, Fichtner is Germany's leading independent planning and consultancy enterprise. We are global players and tackle challenging projects in more than 100 countries. Among our clients are companies from the sectors of central utility supplies and waste management, international development and commercial banks, investors, public administrations, and energy-intensive industrial enterprises. We offer our clients a unique combination of engineering consultancy with classical management consultancy. To maintain our sustainable growth process, we are looking to fill a permanent position in our Nairobi office as

Power Systems Expert / Grid Connection expert

Your tasks

The Power Systems Expert will be responsible for conducting detailed power system studies and grid connection assessments for energy infrastructure projects. This includes data collection, load flow analysis, short-circuit studies, stability assessments, and grid impact evaluations to support the integration of new generation or transmission assets into existing networks. The expert will use advanced IT tools for network modeling and simulations, ensuring compliance with national grid codes and international best practices.

Power System Studies

• Collect and validate technical and operational data from utilities and project developers.
• Perform load flow, contingency, fault level, and dynamic stability analyses.
• Model transmission and distribution networks using specialized software tools.
• Evaluate grid performance under various operational scenarios.
• Support planning and optimization of network expansions and upgrades.

Grid Connection Studies

• Assess technical feasibility of connecting new power plants or substations to the grid.
• Analyze grid impact and propose mitigation measures.
• Prepare grid connection reports and technical documentation.
• Liaise with utilities and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with grid codes.

Technical Support & Collaboration

• Provide expert input during feasibility studies and detailed design phases.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, environmental, and social experts.
• Support stakeholder engagement with utilities, regulators, and project developers.

Tools and Software

• Use industry-standard software for network calculations (e.g., DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSSE, ETAP, PSCAD).
• Maintain and update network models and databases.
• Ensure data integrity and documentation of all simulations and results.

Your Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably with a focus on electrical power engineering or similar
• Minimum of five (5) years professional expertise in the field of power system studies/power system analyses (load flow, short circuit, stability studies, dynamic simulations, harmonics, controller models, protection settings, HVDC simulation), grid expansion planning, EMC calculations, EMT studies, HVDC systems, preparation of master plans, integration of renewable energies or similar.
• Proficiency in power system simulation tools (e.g. DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD, Integral, PSSE, ETAP)
• Strong understanding of grid codes, interconnection standards, and regulatory frameworks.
• Familiarity with African power systems and regional interconnections.
• Experience with renewable energy integration and hybrid systems is an advantage.
• Experience in the consulting business is an advantage
• Excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to travel within East Africa and internationally

Corporate Benefits

• Permanent contract, competitive salary, health insurance
• A modern digital infrastructure, mobile working, flexible working hours
• A growing team in a start-up environment backed up by a large global operating company
• The opportunity to take responsibility from the start
• Exciting projects in the energy industry
• Culture of staff appreciation, equal opportunity and attractive career prospects in an international job environment with staff originating from 66 nations