Design Studies Engineer (Line Design & EMT Studies)– Senior Level

POWER Engineers; Freeport (ME); Remote; USD 105,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Design Studies Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role emphasizes expertise in Line Design and EMT Studies, providing opportunities for remote work. The successful candidate will engage in a variety of technical projects, including AC and DC transmission line design, while fostering client relationships and mentoring team members. With a competitive salary range and a commitment to diversity, this position offers a unique chance to contribute to impactful engineering solutions in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of industry experience in electrical engineering.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and client-focused projects.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned projects and maintain strong client relationships.
• Conduct technical work in AC and DC transmission line design.

Skills

Electrical Engineering Principles

Client Interaction

Mentoring

Transient Simulation

Insulation Coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Power Systems MSEE or PhD

Tools

COMSOL

Polaris-EMF

Job description

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POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is seeking a Senior Design Studies Engineer with expertise in Line Design and EMT Studies. This position is available in multiple POWER office locations with the possibility of remote work from a mutually agreed location.

Roles and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for completing assigned projects and maintaining strong client relationships. This includes technical work in primary production roles, client interactions, and mentoring team members. Projects will involve AC and DC transmission line and substation design support studies for utility and commercial clients.

Studies Will Include

• Insulation coordination for AC and DC applications
• Transient simulation
• TRV analysis
• Circuit breaker rating studies
• Steady state unbalance and transposition studies
• Single pole reclosing and secondary arc current design
• Delayed zero crossing
• Neutral reactor sizing
• NESC clearance studies
• Equipment minimum approach distance studies
• Phase conductor sizing/selection
• Optical shield wire sizing
• Lightning performance prediction
• Lightning/surge/voltage arrester application
• Corona performance prediction
• Corrosion analysis and mitigation
• Finite-element electric/magnetic field analysis
• Resonance studies/mitigation
• Electric losses and economic considerations
• FACTS device implementation

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
• 10+ years of relevant industry experience
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Experience with relevant software tools

Preferred

• Power Systems MSEE or PhD
• PE license or equivalent
• Experience in customer-focused projects
• Experience with COMSOL or Polaris-EMF

POWER Engineers offers a competitive salary ($105,000 - $225,000), benefits, and a dynamic work environment. Travel may be required. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.