Power Systems SME PSCAD / HV & EHV Studies

Power Systems Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Wood is seeking a highly experienced Power Systems Subject Matter Expert (SME) specializing in PSCAD, High Voltage (HV), and Extra High Voltage (EHV) studies. This full-time position is based in Saudi Arabia and involves serving as a Technical Authority across a diverse portfolio of energy, oil & gas, mining, industrial, and infrastructure projects.

Role Scope and Technical Leadership

The successful candidate will provide specialist technical leadership for complex HV and EHV power system studies, with a primary focus on PSCAD-based switching transient and insulation coordination studies for systems operating at 69 kV and above. This senior technical authority role spans the entire project lifecycle, from concept studies and FEED to detailed engineering, EPC/PMC execution, technical assurance, and commissioning. The position also requires strong capability in ETAP-based power system studies.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Technical Authority and SME for HV and EHV power system studies on major industrial and energy projects.
• Lead and technically assure PSCAD electromagnetic transient studies, specifically switching transient analysis and insulation coordination.
• Perform and review studies for electrical systems operating at 69 kV and above, including HV/EHV substations and associated power networks.
• Develop and validate PSCAD models for complex electrical networks, equipment, and switching scenarios.
• Perform and technically review insulation coordination studies, evaluating transient and temporary overvoltages and equipment insulation requirements.
• Lead and review ETAP power system studies, covering load flow, short circuit, motor starting, relay/protection coordination, and arc-flash analysis.
• Review electrical system philosophies, design criteria, technical specifications, study reports, and engineering deliverables.
• Provide independent technical assurance and resolve complex power-system engineering issues throughout Concept, FEED, detailed design, and project execution.
• Support technical reviews, design reviews, client workshops, and interdisciplinary engineering activities.
• Provide specialist technical input to proposals, tenders, and business-development activities.
• Mentor and develop electrical and power-system engineers, promoting consistent engineering standards and best practices.
• Maintain awareness of developments in power-system modelling, HV/EHV technology, grid integration, and applicable international standards.

Required Technical Expertise

• Demonstrated expertise in PSCAD-based switching transient analysis and insulation coordination studies for systems at 69 kV and above.
• Proficiency in ETAP-based power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, motor starting, relay/protection coordination, and arc-flash analysis.
• Experience with HV/EHV substations and associated power networks.
• Capability to develop and validate complex electrical network models.
• Strong understanding of transient and temporary overvoltages and equipment insulation requirements.

Experience and Professional Background

Candidates should possess 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in power systems engineering, with a proven track record in HV and EHV studies. The role requires a professional capable of acting as a senior technical authority and providing leadership across various project phases.

About Wood

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering across energy and the built environment. We are committed to delivering sustainable solutions for our clients worldwide. We invite qualified professionals to apply for this full-time position in Saudi Arabia.