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Mohammed (Dr.-Ing.) Alsaadi
Consultant: Senior Power System Engineer
Experience
May 2022 - Present
3 years 11 monthsConsultant: Senior Power System Engineer
DEME, CWD, DERlab, LifePower
- TSO, DSO grids simulation and analysis
- Grid design integration of 3.4 GW RES and 400 MW of BESS for a large-scale green hydrogen plant
- Grid connection requirements for RES and BESS connection (50kW - 1MW)
- Requirements for providing Ancillary Services to the TSO from the flexible assets
- Expertise in Pre-FEED/FEED studies, EPC tender preparation, bid evaluation, and supplier negotiations for HV/MV substations and renewable integration projects
- Support for EPC design reviews, technical documentation, and FAT/SAT supervision across solar, wind, and hybrid energy systems
Dec 2020 - May 2022
1 year 6 monthsBrussels, Belgium
Postdoctoral: Senior Smart Grid Project Engineer
Mobility, Logistics & Automotive Technology Research Centre (MOBI) / VUB
- Study on the integration of electric buses in European cities
- Electric bus fleet management from the DSO grid perspective
- Superfast DC charging 150-600kW control to minimize the stress on the DSO grid
- Assets’ control within the DSO grid
- Optimize the operational cost and total cost of ownership of heavy-duty electric vehicles (Volvo, VDL, SOLARIS, MAN)
- Battery modeling in EVs
Mar 2019 - Nov 2020
1 year 9 monthsLisbon, Portugal
Power System Project Engineer
R&D Nester
- Smart grid studies
- RES modeling in the TSO and DSO grids
- Energy community regulation, modeling, and simulation
- TSO-DSO coordination and real-time data exchange
- RT-HIL power system modeling and simulation
- Power system studies
- Standards testing of the power line carrier for smart grid applications
Oct 2015 - Oct 2017
2 years 1 monthIraq
University Lecturer
Wasit University
- Teach and supervise bachelor student projects on renewable energy resources
- Control assets within the power system
- Optimization techniques
- TSO and DSO studies
Jan 2015 - Nov 2017
2 years 11 monthsBaghdad, Iraq
Power System Engineer
TSO / National Dispatch Center (NDC)
- Manage the national grid: power generation, transmission, and TSO-DSO interface
- Control the power flow and maintain the optimal power flow
- Secure ancillary services provision in the TSO grid
- Maintain power system security and reliability
- Manage power grid components
Jan 2014 - Dec 2014
1 yearBaghdad, Iraq
Power System Engineer trainee
TSO
- Operation and maintenance of steam and gas power stations
- Components and operation of GIS and AIS substations
- Operation, protection, and management of transmission lines and cables
- Protection in power systems
- Power system management: frequency control, voltage control, congestion management, and maintenance planning
Industries Experience
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Experienced in Energy (11 years), Utilities (4 years), Education (2 years), and Automotive (1.5 years).
Energy
Utilities
Education
Automotive
Business Areas Experience
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Experienced in Research and Development (9 years), Product Development (5.5 years), Operations (5.5 years), and Procurement (4 years).
Research and Development
Product Development
Operations
Procurement
Summary
Senior Power System Engineer (PhD) with 9+ years of experience leading large-scale EU-funded and commercial energy projects.
Expertise in TSO/DSO grid studies, EPC/FEED tendering, smart grids, EV integration, and renewable integration. Strong background in proposal preparation (Horizon Europe) and multinational project coordination. Skilled in steady-state/dynamic analysis, BESS modelling, and high-voltage infrastructure (up to 400 kV).
Skills
Hard Skills
- Project Management
- Computer Proficiency
- Optimization Techniques
- Control Techniques
Soft Skills
- Leadership, Teamwork
- Proactive, Fast Learner, Adaptability
Programming Skills
- Python
- Java
- C
- C++
- Xml
- Xsd
Software Skills
- Matlab - Simulink
- Pss/e
- Eplan
- Autocad
- Digsilent Powerfactory
- Ansys Maxwell
- Hardware-in-the-loop Opal/typhoon
Languages
English
AdvancedPortuguese
IntermediateGerman
ElementaryEducation
Oct 2017 - Jun 2019
University POLITEHNICA of Bucharest (UPB) & NOVA de Lisboa University/FCT
PhD Researcher · Bucharest, Romania
Oct 2010 - Mar 2015
AL-MUSTANSIRIYAH University
Bachelor's and Master of Science · Electrical Engineering · Baghdad, Iraq
Certifications & licenses
Project Management Professional (PMP)
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Where is Mohammed based?
Mohammed is based in Kassel, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
What languages does Mohammed speak?
Mohammed speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), Portuguese (Intermediate), German (Elementary).
How many years of experience does Mohammed have?
Mohammed has at least 11 years of experience. During this time, Mohammed has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 10 months. Note that Mohammed may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
What roles would Mohammed be best suited for?
Based on recent experience, Mohammed would be well-suited for roles such as: Consultant: Senior Power System Engineer, Postdoctoral: Senior Smart Grid Project Engineer, Power System Project Engineer.
What is Mohammed's latest experience?
Mohammed's most recent position is Consultant: Senior Power System Engineer at DEME, CWD, DERlab, LifePower.
What companies has Mohammed worked for in recent years?
In recent years, Mohammed has worked for DEME, CWD, DERlab, LifePower, Mobility and Logistics & Automotive Technology Research Centre (MOBI) / VUB.
Which industries is Mohammed most experienced in?
Mohammed is most experienced in industries like Energy, Utility Services, and Education. Mohammed also has some experience in Automotive.
Which business areas is Mohammed most experienced in?
Mohammed is most experienced in business areas like Research and Development (R&D), Product Development, and Operations. Mohammed also has some experience in Procurement and Purchasing.
Which industries has Mohammed worked in recently?
Mohammed has recently worked in industries like Energy and Automotive.
Which business areas has Mohammed worked in recently?
Mohammed has recently worked in business areas like Research and Development (R&D), Procurement and Purchasing, and Product Development.
What is Mohammed's education?
Mohammed holds a Doctorate from University POLITEHNICA of Bucharest (UPB) & NOVA de Lisboa University/FCT and a Master in Electrical Engineering from AL-MUSTANSIRIYAH University.
Does Mohammed have any certificates?
Mohammed has 1 certificate: Project Management Professional (PMP).
What is the availability of Mohammed?
Mohammed is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.
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