Lead Power System Planning & Studies Engineer

Arcadis; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a Principal System Planning and Studies Engineer to lead the Power Delivery & Renewables team in North America. You will oversee complex power system planning studies, client engagement, and program management within the PD&R unit, coordinating with multiple engineering groups and ensuring compliance with codes and Arcadis policies.

The role requires a strong leader with 12+ years of experience, PE license, and expertise in PSCAD/PSS-E; travel up to 20% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in Power System Planning and Studies and experienced with key North American US Market Operators (i.e. MISO, PJM, NE-ISO, NY-ISO, ERCOT, CAISO, SPP) policies, guidelines, regulations, rules, requirements and criteria as applicable to grid interconnection, performance and planning, testing, especially related to bulk power systems.
• Experience in leading and/or performing planning/feasibility studies, interconnection studies, transient studies and systems analysis investigations for utility and developer clients in North America
• Must be proficient with PSCAD and the PSS®E software package, including all modules for load-flow, short-circuit and transient stability analysis. Additionally, familiar with alternative planning software applications, including TARA, PSLF, DigSILENT, or DSA Tools.
• PE License certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate System Planning & Studies team and manage resource planning and utilization on large/complex projects, plus quality reviews.
• Perform and coordinate HVAC and HVDC power systems analyses including load-flow, short-circuit, transient stability, electromagnetic transient, small-signal stability analysis, reliability analysis, interconnection studies, system impact studies.
• Lead the development of enhanced planning processes, methodologies, and tools for quality and efficiency, staying at the forefront of technical expertise.
• Act as Project Manager, Proposal Manager, Program Manager, Account Manager and Technical Lead to support services and growth for the region.
• Mentor junior engineers; conduct QA/QC on work; engage with clients, contractors, and vendors for business development and project execution.
• Travel up to 20% to client sites within North America and potentially internationally.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

PE License

Ph.D. in Power Systems (Preferred)

Tools

PSCAD

PSS:E

TARA

PSLF

DigSILENT

DSA Tools

Job description

Arcadis is seeking a Principal System Planning and Studies Engineer to lead the Power Delivery & Renewables team in North America. You will oversee complex power system planning studies, client engagement, and program management within the PD&R unit, coordinating with multiple engineering groups and ensuring compliance with codes and Arcadis policies.

The role requires a strong leader with 12+ years of experience, PE license, and expertise in PSCAD/PSS-E; travel up to 20% is expected.