Junior Power Systems Interconnection Consultant

Sargent & Lundy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy’s Consulting Group focuses on utility planning and advisory projects, including generator interconnection studies and power systems analysis. This role emphasizes rigorous technical work and client-facing guidance.

You will prepare interconnection applications, review ISO feasibility studies, and perform advanced grid analyses using PSS/E, PSLF, and PSCAD. A BS or MS in Electrical Engineering with a Power Systems focus is required; regional ISO experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering with Power Systems Analysis emphasis.
• Experience with ISO regions: PJM, MISO, NYISO, ERCOT, SPP, CAISO, ISO-NE.
• Experience modeling inverter-based resources (WTG, PV, BESS) and associated interconnection systems using PSS/E/PSLF/PSCAD.
• Experience using transmission planning software for load flow and contingency studies (PSS/E, TARA).
• Dynamic transient and stability studies in EMTP-RV or PSCAD is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to write technical reports and proposals.

Responsibilities

• Preparing new generator interconnection applications, including development of conceptual single line diagrams and PSS/E models.
• Reviewing ISO feasibility and system impact studies for ISO Interconnection Customers.
• Performing independent power system studies on thermal and voltage contingency analyses.
• Conducting advanced grid studies for scenarios like higher renewable penetration and retirement of existing units.

Skills

Communication

Power Systems Analysis

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Technical Writing

Problem Solving

Education

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

PSS/E

PSLF

PSCAD

TARA

Job description

Sargent & Lundy’s Consulting Group focuses on utility planning and advisory projects, including generator interconnection studies and power systems analysis. This role emphasizes rigorous technical work and client-facing guidance.

You will prepare interconnection applications, review ISO feasibility studies, and perform advanced grid analyses using PSS/E, PSLF, and PSCAD. A BS or MS in Electrical Engineering with a Power Systems focus is required; regional ISO experience is preferred.