Power Systems Engineering Intern, Greece

Do you want to make a positive impact? Are you interested in helping us achieve our vision of a highly efficient grid that powers a cleaner planet? Do you want to work in a collaborative environment surrounded by colleagues who are creative, focused, and mission-driven? If so, read on to see if this might be the job you have been dreaming about.

Smart Wires is reimagining the grid with our modular Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) solutions and analytics that enable controllable power systems. This means more renewables, at a lower cost and with less disruption to communities and the environment. We collaborate with our customers to achieve their strategic objectives and help them face an uncertain energy future with flexible, high-impact solutions.

With a commitment to accelerating the energy transition, we are determined to achieve our mission to advance the delivery of affordable, clean electricity around the world. Come join our team!

The Position

The Smart Wires Analytics team is reimagining how power-system planning can be done in an optimal and reproducible way. Our current opportunities lie at the intersection of Power-System Modeling and Analysis, Software Engineering, and Data Analytics.

This role involves working closely with Power Systems Engineers. Qualified candidates are optimistic, energetic, excellent communicators, and thrive when working as part of a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary team.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the Analytics team in conducting steady-state and dynamic studies of customer transmission systems.
• Assist in data collection and organization for power-system modeling and analysis.
• Help maintain and document internal analysis tools and scripts.
• Support the testing and validation of models.
• Participate in team and company meetings to learn about (and contribute to) customer applications, product development, team building, and leadership.

Requirements

Required Skills and Experience

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, preferably with coursework in Power Systems.
• Proficient in at least one industry-standard programming high-level scientific computing languages, preferably Python and C.
• Strong written communication skills for documentation.
• Eager to learn and solve complex problems.
• Self-motivated with the ability to ask questions when needed.
• Ability to work in a diverse, global team environment.
• Attention to detail and good organizational skills.
  

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Completion of power systems coursework.
• Exposure to power-system simulation software (e.g., PSLF, PSS/e, PowerWorld, PowerFactory).
• Basic understanding of power transmission systems.
• Any previous project experience (academic or extracurricular) related to power systems or renewable energy.
• Interest in FACTS devices and grid modernization.
  

Location

Athens, Greece. Financial support is paid in local currency.

Type of contract

Internship agreement.

Benefits

At Smart Wires, we strive to foster an inclusive and supportive environment that focuses on our employee's total wellbeing, and our benefits offerings reflect that commitment to our people.

We offer:

• Flexible workspace policy.

Benefits/perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the country where you work.

Applying

If you are interested in this role, please be sure to submit your resume in English.