AFRY
Power Sector
SeniorPowerSystemsEngineer–GridIntegration&MarketDevelopment
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“Senior Power Systems Engineer – Grid Integration & Market Development at AFRY. Skills: power system engineering, grid integration, market development, client engagement, technical advisory. Engage with renewable energy developers, investors, and stakeholders in Japan to understand grid connection challenges and identify opportunities. Lead or actively contribute to early-stage client discussions, including technical positioning of AFRY services”
Industry & Context.
pragmatic analytical capability; analytical skills; problem-solving skills
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
8–15 years of experience in power systems, transmission planning, or grid connection studies, Fluency in Japanese is mandatory, Ability to work in English with international teams and clients (written and spoken)
Nice to Have
Experience in the Japanese power sector (utility, developer, EPC, or consultancy) is strongly preferred, Good understanding of Japanese grid connection processes and utility practices, Familiarity with practical constraints faced by renewable developers in Japan, Exposure to renewable energy integration, grid constraints, or curtailment challenges is a advantage, Experience with power system tools (PSS®E, DigSILENT Power Factory or equivalent) is beneficial
What You'll Do.
Engage with renewable energy developers
and stakeholders in Japan to understand grid connection challenges and identify opportunities
Lead or actively contribute to early-stage client discussions
including technical positioning of AFRY services
Support and contribute to business development activities
including proposal preparation and technical discussions
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
Perform simplified power system assessments
including grid connection feasibility
system constraints and congestion (load flow analysis)
Apply engineering judgement to assess grid risks and opportunities
including in situations with limited data availability
Support early-stage project assessments where detailed simulations are not yet required
Contribute to delivery of grid connection and transmission studies for renewable and storage projects
Support preparation of clear and structured technical reports adapted to client expectations
Explain technical findings to clients
including non-specialist stakeholders
Coordinate with AFRY international T&D team for detailed modelling and simulation activities
Translate Japanese grid practices
and constraints into clear technical inputs
Review and interpret study results (load flow
ensuring alignment with Japanese context
Support development of AFRY’s service offering in Japan (e. g. grid curtailment studies
interconnection advisory)
Contribute to market intelligence and identification of emerging opportunities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Act as a technical interface between Japanese clients and AFRY’s global teams; Collaborate with the existing AFRY Japanese team from other departments; Coordinate with AFRY international T&D team for detailed modelling and simulation activities; Work in an international and multidisciplinary environment; Work with international teams and clients
Communication Scope
Ability to combine technical expertise with client interaction; Ability to work in English with international teams and clients (written and spoken)
Full Job Description
AFRY is one of the largest international power sector consulting and engineering companies, with about 18,000 experts worldwide delivering sustainable solutions for future generations. In the Asia-Pacific region, AFRY operates from multiple offices including Bangkok, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Hanoi, Singapore, Pune, Noida, and Taipei, with more than 500 experts in Transmission & Distribution (T&D) globally. As part of our expansion in Japan, we are strengthening our local presence to support renewable energy and storage projects facing increasing grid integration challenges. We are looking for qualified and experienced candidates for Senior Transmission Power Systems Engineer to join our APAC T&D team. This role reports to the T&D System Studies Asia Department and is based in Tokyo, Japan. Context: The Japanese power system is undergoing rapid transformation driven by renewable energy integration, grid congestion, and curtailment challenges. Developers and investors require better understanding of grid constraints and connection feasibility to support their projects. AFRY is developing its advisory services in Japan to support these needs, combining international expertise with local market understanding. This role is key to establishing AFRY’s presence in Japan. It combines: * power system engineering expertise , * pragmatic analytical capability , and * active engagement with local stakeholders. The successful candidate will act as a technical interface between Japanese clients and AFRY’s global teams , while contributing to business development through technical credibility. Regular working days : Mon-Fri., 8 hours/day, 5 days/week Responsibility: 1. Market development & client engagement * Engage with renewable energy developers, investors, and stakeholders in Japan to understand grid connection challenges and identify opportunities * Lead or actively contribute to early-stage client discussions, including technical positioning of AFRY services * Support a
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