Grid Interconnection & EMT Power Systems Engineer (Remote)

Progressive / SThree Group

Portland (ME)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Progressive / SThree Group is seeking a Grid Integration & Power Systems Studies Engineer to support utility-scale renewable projects across North America. The role emphasizes grid interconnection, dynamic modeling, power system studies, and wind turbine dynamics.

You will lead interconnection activities from application through commissioning, interact with ISOs and utilities, and perform studies with PSCAD, PSS/E, TSAT, and DIgSILENT PowerFactory, ensuring compliance with reliability standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems preferred).
5+ years of experience in renewable energy development, power systems engineering, transmission planning, and grid interconnection.
Hands-on experience with power system simulation and dynamic studies.
Experience supporting renewable generation interconnection projects.
Strong understanding of transmission networks, reliability standards, and grid compliance requirements.
Excellent technical communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

Lead technical efforts supporting interconnection from application through commissioning.
Lead utility-scale renewable interconnection activities across North America.
Manage interactions with ISOs, utilities, consultants, and project stakeholders.
Perform and review power system studies using PSCAD, PSS/E, TSAT and DIgSILENT PowerFactory.
Conduct dynamic model validation, tuning, and performance analysis.
Evaluate compliance with NERC reliability standards and regional grid codes.
Support commissioning activities, plant testing, and model verification.
Collaborate with global engineering teams on renewable initiatives.