About Us

Since 1922, FICHTNER has been supporting exciting projects in the fields of energy, environment, renewable energies, water management, and consulting and IT as one of the leading independent engineering and consulting companies. In the Fichtner Group, you can expect a unique combination of a long-term oriented family business coupled with diversity, dynamism and flat hierarchies. We want to develop the infrastructure of tomorrow together with you and can offer you a wide range of development opportunities. To maintain our sustainable growth process, we are looking to fill a permanent position in our new office in Manila as

Senior Electrical Engineer as Consultant for Power System Studies (m/f/x)

We are looking for a Power System Expert with deep expertise in Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) studies using PSCAD, complemented by solid experience in steady-state and dynamic power system analysis (PSS/E and/or PowerFactory). This position offers the opportunity to work on complex and high-impact engineering and consulting projects across the globe, contributing to the technological advancement of modern power systems.

Your Tasks

Conduct advanced EMT simulations for power electronic converters, HVDC systems, grid-forming/grid-following controls, and renewable integration
Conduct steady-state, short-circuit, load-flow, and dynamic studies using tools such as PSSE/DIgSILENT PowerFactory
Develop and contribute to technical proposals, including study methodologies, work breakdowns, and technical clarifications
Participate in client workshops and technical discussions, ensuring alignment with project requirements and compliance needs
Prepare, review, and evaluate grid code compliance analyses for renewable energy plants, energy storage, conventional generation, industrial facilities, and transmission expansion
Support international consulting assignments related to HVAC and HVDC technologies, including feasibility studies, grid connection studies and transmission grid development strategies
Produce high-quality reports and documentation with clear, well-structured technical arguments.

Your Profile

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field
Expertise in power electronics and control systems
Minimum five years of experience in power system studies, grid expansion, EMT simulations, HVDC/FACTS, renewable integration, and master plan development
Strong proficiency in PSCAD and one of RMS tools, either PSSE or PowerFactory is mandatory
Programming capabilities, particularly in Python, for automating studies and data processing
Ability to work independently and manage deliverables in timely manner
Excellent communication skills, including technical writing and client interaction
Previous consulting experience is highly beneficial
Business fluent in English and confident working in an international environment
Willingness to travel (approx. 20-25%) in order to attend to regional and international projects focused on ASEAN countries
Philippine national or work permit for the Philippines must be available

Corporate Benefits

Permanent local contract, competitive salary, 40 working hours, 10 days annual leave
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 international projects in the energy industry