Electricity Grids and Security Analyst
$97,176–$97,176 year
On-siteParis, Île-de-France, France
Job Summary
Lead the Division's technical, analytical, and modelling work on power systems, grid modernisation, and electricity security, focusing on transmission and distribution system evolution. Analyse developments in congestion management, grid connection processes, and strategic planning across key power markets while monitoring innovations in Grid Enhancing Technologies and digital solutions. Support the delivery of the IEA's Electricity Security programme by drafting grid-focused projects and content for the Electricity report and other ESM publications. Engage with industry stakeholders and prepare materials for IEA standing committees and international meetings. This two-year fixed-term role within the Electricity Systems and Markets Division requires a strong background in power systems engineering and modelling.
Required Qualifications
- Advanced university degree or PhD in Electrical / Power / Energy Systems Engineering, Energy Economics, Physics or a related discipline
- At least five years to seven years of direct power systems work experience in the electricity industry, economic consulting, grid technology companies, or at an electric regulatory agency working on transmission or distribution networks, system operation, energy management and related fields
- Strong technical background in power systems and in-depth understanding of electricity security concepts, power market fundamentals, and the interaction between system operations and market incentives
- Solid knowledge of medium- and low-voltage distribution grids, with an understanding of the frameworks governing connection processes and the integration of distributed energy resources
- Excellent written and oral command of English, including drafting and proofreading
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with network planning and operational practices aimed at enhancing the efficiency and utilisation of existing infrastructure
- Experience with power system modelling, such as steady‐state network modelling, dynamic and transient stability modelling, or grid planning and expansion studies
- Proven analytical abilities and excellent writing skills as demonstrated in past work products (analytical reports, quantitative analysis, operative models, and/or published papers)
- Excellent command of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
- Experience with SQL or Power Query
- Solid knowledge of relevant coding languages (e.g. Python)
- Experience with relevant grid modelling software (e.g. PowerFactory, PSS, PSCAD)
- Knowledge of one or more other working languages
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