Electrical Engineer: Power Systems & Interconnections

Ampcus Inc; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcus Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer to join our team in Buffalo, NY. This entry-level position will support the System Interconnection/System Planning Team, focusing on conceptual engineering design for new interconnection and transmission projects.

The ideal candidate will assist project management, coordinate with various stakeholders, and support the NYISO interconnection process while demonstrating knowledge in power flow and transient simulations. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems is required, along with relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of high-voltage substation and transmission line engineering experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Project Management to coordinate with developers to meet technical requirements.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, NYISO, developers, and AE firms for facility study design.
• Support and coordinate with various teams to draft and execute Interconnection Agreements.
• Develop and review responsibility matrices for facility studies and agreements.
• Prepare project requests and coordinate with OPMG for cost tracking.
• Review Feasibility Study scope and reports.
• Demonstrate knowledge in power flow and transient simulations using PSSE or TARA.

Skills

Experience with NYISO interconnection process

Experience with high-voltage substation and transmission project development

Experience with large-scale renewable projects

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems

New York State Professional Engineer (PE)

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer to join our team in Buffalo, NY. This entry-level position will support the System Interconnection/System Planning Team, focusing on conceptual engineering design for new interconnection and transmission projects.

The ideal candidate will assist project management, coordinate with various stakeholders, and support the NYISO interconnection process while demonstrating knowledge in power flow and transient simulations. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems is required, along with relevant experience.