Engineering Manager - Transmission Planning

Electric Power Engineers; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Continuous Education Benefits

401K with up to 4% match

Flexible Work arrangements

Job summary

Electric Power Engineers based in Austin, Texas, is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a team of power system engineers. Responsibilities include managing transmission studies, client interactions, project management, and fostering team development. With over 5 years in the electric energy sector and strong knowledge of power system analysis tools like PSS/E and PowerWorld, candidates will thrive in delivering key projects. The company provides comprehensive health benefits, generous PTO, and flexible work arrangements, supporting a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in the electric energy industry.
• Experience in power system studies and design studies.
• Ability to manage/supervise a team of engineers (2 to 10 individuals).

Responsibilities

• Perform high level bulk power system studies.
• Ensure timely project completion while meeting quality objectives.
• Interact with clients to address their needs.
• Manage a team of engineers in power system analyses.
• Support business development activities.

Skills

Power system analysis

Project management

Client account management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with focus on Power Systems

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

PSS/E

PSLF

PowerWorld

TARA

CAPE

PSCAD

Job description

Overview

We are designing the Grid of the future

As an Engineering Manager you will manage a team of power system engineers performing transmission studies & projects for clients. Responsibilities include client account management, supporting business development, project management, resource forecasting and utilization, and development of direct reports.

Responsibilities

How you can make an impact:

• Perform high level bulk power system studies using various power system software.
• Take responsibility for the timely completion of projects while meeting all project quality and budget objectives.
• Interact with Clients to seek input and address their needs and concerns with respect to the project(s) study scope of work.
• Direct and manage a team of electrical engineers to perform specific power system analyses including steady state, transient stability, short circuit, and/or EMT studies.
• Develop and grow the capabilities of engineers within the team and the larger organization.
• Perform advanced and specialized studies of the power grid utilizing industry standard analysis platforms such as PSS/e, PSLF, Powerworld, TARA, ASPEN, CAPE, and PSCAD.
• Assist in model development efforts including development of generation, load, transmission line and transformer models.
• Develop optimal system upgrade and constraint mitigation plans for identified system violations and issues.
• Develop and review transmission study methodologies and processes.
• Lead process improvement efforts identifying opportunities to enhance organizational efficiencies focused on maximizing team bandwidth while ensuring quality and timeliness of client deliverables.
• Support business development activities including development of RFP responses & scope of work statements for clients, outlining EPE deliverables and projected completion dates.

Qualifications

Bring your passion, here's what’s needed:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering with a focus on Power Systems (advanced degree preferred)
• 5+ years in the electric energy industry, with experience in power system studies, design studies
• Experience with PSS/E, PSLF, PowerWorld, TARA, CAPE, Aspen, and/or PSCAD (preferred).
• This role will manage/supervise a team of power system engineers ranging from 2 to 10 individuals.

How we support you:

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage foryou.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Continuous Education Benefits
• Work with industry leaders
• 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)
• Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities base on position.

Location: This position is open to Remte US or Canada

Travel: Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)

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