Associate Principal Engineer - Power System Studies

Revamp Engineering, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership ESOP

Bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Health, vision, dental

Retirement 401(k) with match

Wellness stipend

Parental leave

Paid volunteer time off

Job summary

Revamp is seeking an Associate Principal Electrical Engineer to lead interconnection and power systems studies for utility-scale solar and storage across the U.S., with a focus on ensuring reliability and compliance. You will mentor engineers, manage budgets and schedules, and serve as a primary client contact across ISOs and utilities.

The role offers remote work from most US/Canada locations and a competitive compensation package with ESOP benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in electrical engineering (Power focus preferred).
• 8+ years of experience performing power system studies with a focus on generator and/or large load interconnection.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with PSS/E, PSLF, PSCAD, ASPEN and other relevant software.
• Strong working knowledge of interconnection processes across multiple ISOs and utilities.
• Strong technical writing skills, including preparation of formal submittals and compliance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead interconnection projects across ERCOT, PJM, CAISO, MISO, SPP, NYISO, and utility and cooperative systems.
• Review ISO and utility study assumptions and results, identify issues, and direct responses or re-study requests.
• Create and oversee the preparation of reports and presentations describing studies performed and value delivered.
• Direct staff to complete assignments and mentor junior engineers.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate documents and activities across multiple major projects or an entire portfolio.

Skills

Power system studies

Leadership

Mentoring

Technical writing

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in Electrical Engineering (Power)

Tools

PSS/E

PSLF

PSCAD

ASPEN

Job description

Revamp is looking for an Associate Principal Electrical Engineer to lead interconnection and power systems studies for utility-scale solar and storage projects across the U.S. The studies you produce directly support the addition of renewable energy generation capacity to the north American power grid.

As an employee-owner on our growing team, you will be accountable for your assigned projects, scopes, budgets, and schedules, will serve as one of the discipline's main points of contact for clients and utilities, and mentor junior and mid-level engineers. Trust here is built through the quality of what you approve, and collaboration with our team of multidisciplinary stakeholders. This role may be performed remotely from almost anywhere in the US or Canada.

Salary band advertised above is in USD. In CAD, the band is $CAD 233,000 - 255,000.

Duties & Responsibilities

Core Technical & Functional Responsibilities

• Lead interconnection projects across ERCOT, PJM, CAISO, MISO, SPP, NYISO, and utility and cooperative systems.
• Guide clients from early plant sizing and application submission through scoping meetings, study reviews, mitigation discussions, and compliance closeout.
• Review ISO and utility study assumptions and results, identify issues, and direct responses or re-study requests.
• Lead large load interconnection modeling, assumptions, and study sensitivities.
• Develop steady-state and dynamic interconnection models to ISO and utility requirements.
• Perform and oversee RMS and EMT studies using PSS®E, PSLF, and PSCAD.
• Work with vendor and user-defined (UDM) inverter models, including model tuning and validation.
• Lead grid-following (GFL) and grid-forming (GFM) inverter modeling.
• Create and oversee the preparation of reports and presentations describing studies performed, solutions developed, and value delivered.
• Oversee Temporary Overvoltage, Transient Overvoltage studies for MV collection and substation designs.
• Oversee and guide the technical and delivery performance of a portfolio, or suite, of projects.
• Review and finalize scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments, and identify risks or deviations early.
• Collaborating with BD, prepare proposals for professional engineering services for projects and portfolios.
• Direct the staff necessary to complete assignments, including staff and mid-level engineers, and mentor them in technical practice.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate documents and activities across multiple major projects or an entire portfolio.

Quality, Standards & Compliance

• Ensure alignment with applicable FERC Orders governing interconnection processes, relevant NERC reliability standards (including MOD, PRC, and FAC), and IEEE 1547 and IEEE 2800 as implemented by ISOs and utilities.
• Prepare and approve model validation and model quality test reports suitable for ISO and utility submittals and audits.
• Review interconnection packages, modeling files, and complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance.
• Apply sound engineering judgment and standard company procedures to deliver accurate, defensible technical work products.
• As needed, will act as a supervisor of less experienced staff members.
• Act as the discipline's main point of contact for clients, ISOs, and utilities across a portfolio of interconnection projects.
• Communicate study impacts, mitigation options, and schedule risk to the developer services and design teams.
• Present study results, technical recommendations, and trade-offs to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Track interconnection reforms, tariff changes, and modeling requirement updates, and set the team's response to them.
• Develop new techniques, tools, or improved processes for interconnection modeling and study production.
• Represent Revamp in industry working groups and stakeholder meetings.
• Advise upper-level management and staff as a technical specialist on interconnection matters.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform essential duties including meeting deliverables and deadlines.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned or directed.

Experience, Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Required

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in electrical engineering (Power focus preferred).
• 8+ years of experience performing power system studies with a focus on generator and/or large load interconnection.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with PSS®E, PSLF, PSCAD, ASPEN and other relevant software.
• Strong working knowledge of interconnection processes across multiple ISOs and utilities.
• Experience preparing interconnection models and supporting ISO/utility study review cycles.
• Strong technical writing skills, including preparation of formal submittals and compliance documentation.
• Ability to independently evaluate, select, and adapt modeling procedures and criteria for complex assignments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead engineering teams and client relationships across concurrent projects, and to mentor staff.

Preferred

• Experience supporting utility-scale renewable generation (solar, storage, hybrid resources).
• Prior experience representing owners/developers in ISO study processes.
• Participation in ISO stakeholder groups or industry working committees.
• Professional Engineer (PE or Canadian P.Eng) license preferred.
• Familiar with the components of Large Load models
• Experience with TSAT / TARA is desirable

Benefits for Full-Time Positions

• Participation in Revamp’s Employee Ownership ESOP program
• Competitive compensation with bonus.
• Full benefits package including 99% employer-paid health, vision, life, and dental insurance.
• Medical, dependent care, and commuter FSA.
• Monthly health and wellness stipend.
• Attractive vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) savings plan with 100% match up to 6%, vested immediately.
• Paid volunteer time off and charitable donation matching.

About Revamp

Founded in 2016, Revamp is the premier employee-owned engineering design firm dedicated to advancing large-scale renewable energy projects. Our team is united by a shared commitment to accelerating the global energy transition and creating a workplace where talented people can make a tangible impact in the fight against climate change.

As employee-owners, we take pride in building a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability where every individual’s contribution drives both company success and personal growth. Revamp engineers have supported the design of more than 10% of the utility-scale solar generation capacity in the us since 2020, contributing directly to the renewable energy transformation.

So much more than just an engineering firm; we are a diverse, international team of immigrants, singers, dancers, pastry chefs, outdoor enthusiasts, animal lovers, travelers and problem-solvers who bring curiosity and creativity to everything we do. For more information, visit www.revamp-eng.com

Disclaimers

1. Employment with Revamp Engineering Inc. may be subject to background checks that are permitted by applicable law and relevant to the position. Any such checks will be conducted in compliance with all legal requirements, including providing notice, obtaining consent where required, and allowing candidates to access and correct personal information as permitted by law.

2. Revamp Engineering Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Revamp Engineering Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us.