About the Position

FACTS Senior/Principal System Design Consultant FlexGrid

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Business: Energy Systems

Position type: Full Time

Contract type: Permanent Employee

Job ID: 6115

Overview

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About the Role

Are you passionate about FACTS technology and the role it plays in advancing the energy transition? Join us at DNV as a Senior FACTS System Design Consultant and play a key part in developing cutting-edge FACTS transmission solutions that enhance affordability, sustainability, and reliability in electricity networks worldwide.

Why DNV? You will join our innovative global FlexGrid HV venture, dedicated to scaling up HVDC and FACTS technologies. We work with diverse clients-utilities, system operators, developers, investors, government agencies, EPCs, and OEMs-offering services that range from Technical Advisory and Owner’s Engineering to Independent Engineering. Your expertise will directly contribute to shaping the future of high-voltage electricity transmission.

Responsibilities

Design and Feasibility Studies: Create conceptual designs for FACTS and AC systems, conduct feasibility studies, and assess CAPEX, OPEX, losses, availability, and constructability to meet customers’ unique transmission needs.
System and Equipment Design: Perform, develop, and review electrical system studies, equipment design specs, and general arrangements for FACTS systems and substations.
System Studies and Modelling: Lead or review simulations and system studies, including dynamic modelling and stability analysis for FACTS systems.
Control and Protection Strategies: Develop and review strategies for FACTS multi-terminal projects, focusing on converter control, fault management, and grid code compliance.
Technical Negotiations and Testing: Prepare specifications, support tender processes, and witness commissioning tests (FAT/SAT), ensuring solutions meet customer and regulatory requirements.
Reporting and Commercial Offers: Deliver clear, high-quality reports and proposals to customers.

Requirements

A university degree (preferably a master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field) and preferably 7 or more years of experience in FACTS projects, including the different project development phases.
Solid technical knowledge of FACTS integration studies, software tools, and regulatory standards (e.g., IEC, CIGRE, IEEE).
Curiosity and solution-focused mindset, using expertise to create innovative ideas and drive opportunities.
Ability to thrive in dynamic, diverse, and collaborative environments.
Clear communication skills, excelling at simplifying complex concepts.
Willingness to travel (up to 20%) to connect with clients, attend conferences, and visit project sites.

Beneficial Skills:

Familiarity with multi-terminal FACTS systems, fault clearing strategies, multi-vendor interoperability, and FACTS equipment procurement processes and strategies.
Experience using industrial simulation tools (e.g., PSS®E, PSCAD, PSLF).

What We Offer

Flexible work arrangements for better work-life balance
Generous Paid Leaves (Public Holidays, Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Maternity Leave, Paternity Leave, Moving House, Examination Leave, Family Responsibility Leave)
Medical benefits (Medical Examinations, Eye Tests, Audiometric Tests)
Pension and Insurance Policies (Private Medical Insurance)
Additional Benefits (Communication, Accommodation/Home Security, Memberships (professional/academic institutions, Gym & Sport Membership, Car Allowances)

Benefits may vary based on position, tenure/contract/grade level

About You

We are looking for a collaborative professional who’s excited to contribute their expertise in FACTS system design. If you’re passionate about delivering innovative solutions, thrive in diverse teams, and enjoy making a real impact, this role is for you.

We Offer

Profit Share: You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business.
Insurance: Taking care of you with travel, life, and accident insurance.
Pension Schemes: We care about your long-term financial security and prioritize pension and retirement benefits.
Professional Development: We believe in the 70/20/10 learning model.
Hybrid Working: Adapting to the changing world of work around the world.
Purpose-led organization: You become part of a world-leading company where we know and live our purpose; to safeguard life, property, and the environment.
Supportive and caring culture: We offer opportunities to connect through social and professional networks.
Attractive rewards: We focus on work/life balance and offer employees flexible working hours, vacation allowance, competitive pension, insurance, and a global profit share scheme.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision. Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

Working Here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property, and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

Application Process

Explore our official job search page where you can use filters such as job type, location, and department to find roles that best match your qualifications and career aspirations.

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require (i.e. university diplomas/transcripts; visas; previous employment reference letters*). Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing.

Our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role.

The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

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No, we do not charge any fees at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications and interviews are free of charge, we will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments – please be wary of any requests for payment as these are likely scams.

If you encounter suspicious job postings or recruitment practices, do not provide personal information and contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We take these matters seriously. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments part of our recruitment process.

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Depending on the role and location, we may be able to offer support with relocation. Your recruiter will discuss this with you during the recruitment process.

We’ve adapted to the changing world of work, so depending on your role and location, you'll be able to find a balance between home, on-site, and office work that works for you and the business.

Travel requirements vary by role but if you have a field-based role then yes, you will need to travel for work. You’ll find details in the job posting itself and you can ask your recruiter for clarification.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that varies by role and location. We focus on work/life balance and offer you flexible working hours, vacation allowance, competitive pension, insurance, and a profit share scheme. You’ll find more details on job postings, and your recruiter can answer any specific questions you have.

Your holiday entitlement depends on your location and length of service. Please take a look at the job posting for more details and speak with your recruiter if you have questions about a specific role’s entitlement.

We care about your long-term financial security and prioritize pension and retirement benefits to reflect that. You can ask your recruiter for more information if you have specific questions about our pension policy.

Your health and wellbeing are our priority, and our policies reflect this. You can find out more about our sick leave policy by talking to your recruiter.

We understand how important family life is and support parents with leave policies tailored to their needs. If you have specific questions, please ask your recruiter for more details.

You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. You’ll be rewarded as part of our Total Compensation approach each year, which depends on our year-end results.

Alongside a healthcare package where you can sign up your spouse and any dependants too, you’ll have access to the many wellbeing initiatives we run, including workshops, webinars, consultations with specialists.

We believe in the 70/20/10 approach to learning – on-the-job training, technical development, and formal learning opportunities. You can check out our knowledge booster program video to find out more about how we nurture your growth and development.

Yes, we regularly welcome back colleagues who have worked elsewhere and then return to us. You can hear one of their stories here.

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