Director – Electrical Systems and Smart Grid Control

The Director – Electrical Systems and Smart Grid Control will lead strategic planning, design, and implementation of advanced electrical distribution systems and smart grid control solutions. This role will oversee projects involving distributed energy resources (DERs), grid automation, microgrids, demand-side management, and integration of renewable energy with a strong emphasis on system reliability, resiliency, and digitalization.

Key Focus Areas:

1. Smart Grid Infrastructure and Control

• Lead the development and deployment of smart grid technologies, including automated distribution management systems (ADMS), SCADA, and outage management systems (OMS).

• Implement control strategies for grid optimization, voltage regulation, and real-time switching.

2. Electrical Distribution and Protection Systems

• Oversee high-voltage (HV), medium-voltage (MV), and low-voltage (LV) electrical system design and fault protection strategies.

• Ensure coordination of protective relays, circuit breakers, and reclosers.

3. Integration of Renewable and Distributed Energy Resources (DERs)

• Develop control frameworks for integrating solar PV, wind, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and EV charging infrastructure into the grid.

• Implement standards-compliant interconnection strategies (IEEE 1547, IEC 61850).

4. Microgrid and Resilient Power Systems

• Design and deploy islandable microgrids with intelligent control for critical facilities or campuses.

• Enable seamless grid-connected and off-grid transitions using real-time control and automation.

5. Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) & Grid Edge Intelligence

• Oversee smart metering programs and data acquisition systems.

• Apply analytics and edge computing for load forecasting, power quality monitoring, and anomaly detection.

6. Grid Automation and Digital Twin Implementation

• Guide adoption of digital twin platforms to simulate grid operations and conduct scenario-based planning.

• Integrate grid automation with enterprise platforms (e.g., ERP, EMS, and GIS).

7. Cybersecurity and Grid Resilience

• Enforce cybersecurity best practices for control networks, including NERC CIP and ISA/IEC 62443 compliance.

• Build resilience into control systems against physical and cyber threats.

8. Regulatory Compliance and Sustainability Goals

• Ensure projects align with regulatory requirements, utility codes, and decarbonization mandates.

• Support initiatives that contribute to sustainability, carbon neutrality, and ESG reporting.

9. Leadership and Strategic Planning

• Lead cross-disciplinary engineering teams focused on power systems, automation, and digital solutions.

• Develop long-term technology roadmaps, vendor strategies, and R&D initiatives in smart grid innovation.

Qualifications:

• Education:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related discipline.

  • Advanced certifications (e.g., PE License, CEM, PMP, Smart Grid Expert) are a plus.

• Experience:

  • 12–15+ years of experience in power systems engineering, electrical infrastructure, or utility automation.

  • At least 5 years in a senior management or director-level role.

• Technical Expertise:

  • Proficiency in grid control software (e.g., Siemens Spectrum Power, GE GridOS, Schneider EcoStruxure).

  • Strong knowledge of grid simulation tools (e.g., ETAP, PSCAD, DIgSILENT PowerFactory).

  • Understanding of communication protocols (DNP3, IEC 61850, Modbus, MQTT) and SCADA platforms.