DIgSILENT PowerFactory Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used DIgSILENT PowerFactory
Benjamin Rähmer
Last position:
Technical Director at maincubes Holding & Service GmbH
- Development and implementation of technical guidelines for electrical and mechanical systems
- Development of the electrical safety organisation as responsible electrician (gVEFK)
- Implementation and oversight of DCIM and related technical software solutions
- Design of technical solutions for lifecycle infrastructure and customer projects
Mohammed Alsaadi
Last position:
Consultant: Senior Power System Engineer at 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
Carlos Epia Realpe
Last position:
Power Systems Analyst at Flensburg Hochschule
- Analysed German transmission networks with > 70 % renewable penetration, running N-1 contingency studies to quantify grid resilience.
- Develop sector coupling energy models for Germany 2030-2050 with high spatial and temporal resolution.
- Quantified technical & economic benefits of flexibility levers such as Dynamic Line Rating (DLR) or Demand Side Management (DSM).
- Co-develop and maintain eTraGo, an open-source Python tool for techno-economic network optimisation and spatial/temporal clustering.
Yifan Zhang
Last position:
Power Plant Solution Engineer at Vestas
- Addressed customers’ electrical and grid-related inquiries to ensure projects were delivered on time and in full compliance with grid code requirements.
- Documented areas for improvement encountered during projects and provided feedback to the R&D team for future product enhancements.
- Supported Nordseecluster (NSC) and Nordlicht (NDL) projects by explaining Vestas PPC and WTG control logic and methods and authoring PPC Function Design Specification (FDS) documents.
- Tuned PPC parameters according to project-specific settings agreed upon by the customer and TSO to ensure full grid code compliance.
- Assisted project managers by clarifying the technical background of contractual agreements and participated in negotiating testing procedures for the Baltic Eagle project, then issued grid code testing procedure documents for NSC and NDL.
- Created grid code compliance statements (GCCS) based on German and Dutch grid codes, assessed Vestas PPC, WTG, and SCADA system capabilities against these requirements, and documented gaps for R&D prioritization.
Mario Džamarija
Last position:
Postdoc at Bayreuth University
Mohammed Abdallatif
Last position:
Data Scientist & Energy Consultant at Accenture GmbH
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Statistics of experts using DIgSILENT PowerFactory
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
12 years
Position duration
2.3 years
Positions per freelancer
6
Top business areas
Operations, Research and Development, Information Technology
Top industries
Energy, Education, Information Technology
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
100%
Doctorate
67%
Certifications per freelancer
1
Most common languages
German, English, Arabic
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Average rates of experts in Germany using DIgSILENT PowerFactory
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the technology
Grid studies
DIgSILENT PowerFactory is used for power system analysis across transmission, distribution, and industrial networks. Experts use it to build network models, test operating scenarios, and support planning work before changes reach the field.
Typical work
- Load flow and voltage studies
- Short-circuit and fault analysis
- Protection coordination and relay checks
- Dynamic and stability simulation
- Grid connection assessments
Core skills
Strong professionals know the model structure behind buses, lines, transformers, and generators. They also understand data quality, study assumptions, and how to interpret results so the output is useful for engineering decisions, not just a report.
Tooling and standards
PowerFactory is often used with grid codes, utility study rules, and engineering data from GIS, SCADA, and asset registers. In Germany, specialists are often asked to align models with local utility practices and document assumptions clearly for reviews.
When to bring in help
Companies usually bring in freelance expertise when a model needs to be cleaned up, when study deadlines are tight, or when a new project must be validated before connection or commissioning. This is common for utilities, renewable projects, industrial sites, and consulting teams.
What good experts deliver
Good DIgSILENT PowerFactory experts do more than run simulations. They check input data, explain limits, compare scenarios, and hand over clear study files, assumptions, and findings that teams can reuse after the project ends.
Frequently asked questions
Curious about DIgSILENT PowerFactory? Here are the answers that come up again and again.
DIgSILENT PowerFactory is used for power system analysis and grid studies. Experts use it to model electrical networks, test fault behavior, review voltage limits, and study how changes affect system stability. It is common in utility planning, renewable integration, and industrial power networks.
Companies bring in DIgSILENT PowerFactory specialists when internal teams need extra capacity or niche study skills. A freelancer can clean up a model, run time-sensitive analyses, or prepare a project for connection review without slowing the main engineering team. This is useful when deadlines are fixed and the study scope is clear.
DIgSILENT PowerFactory is often chosen for detailed network modeling, study depth, and flexibility across transmission and distribution tasks. ETAP is also used for electrical studies, while PSS®E is common in transmission-focused analysis. The right choice depends on the network type, data format, and the study standards the team follows.
A strong PowerFactory specialist usually knows power system fundamentals, protection engineering, and grid code requirements. Useful adjacent skills include data cleaning, scripting, model validation, and reading technical drawings and single-line diagrams. For project work, clear documentation matters just as much as simulation output.
For DIgSILENT PowerFactory, the needed depth depends on the study. A straightforward load flow check may need a specialist who knows the tool well and can validate data, while protection coordination or dynamic stability work needs deeper engineering judgment. The best projects are staffed by someone who has handled the same study type before.
Yes, PowerFactory work is often done remotely, especially model preparation, study runs, and report writing. In Germany, remote collaboration works well when the team can share network data, assumptions, and review cycles clearly. On-site time is mainly useful for plant walks, data collection, or workshops with local stakeholders.
Ask which study types the DIgSILENT PowerFactory expert has handled, what input data they need, and how they validate model quality. You should also ask how they document assumptions and whether they can explain results in plain engineering terms. That tells you whether they can support both analysis and handover.
A good PowerFactory deliverable is traceable, consistent, and easy to review. The model should match the source data, the study assumptions should be stated clearly, and the results should lead to practical next steps. If the freelancer can explain why a result matters, that is a strong sign of quality.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used DIgSILENT PowerFactory in their recent projects is 89 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 713 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used DIgSILENT PowerFactory in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 100% hold at least a Master's degree, and 67% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used DIgSILENT PowerFactory in their recent projects have 12 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used DIgSILENT PowerFactory in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Arabic (17%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used DIgSILENT PowerFactory in their recent projects are Energy (83%), Education (67%), and Information Technology (33%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used DIgSILENT PowerFactory in their recent projects are Operations (83%), Research and Development (83%), and Information Technology (50%).
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