Manager, Dynamic Studies

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HSA with employer contribution

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Leave benefits

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Manager of Dynamic Studies to lead the execution and technical oversight of power system dynamic and EMT studies for renewable generation facilities.

You will develop and manage a team of engineers performing positive-sequence and EMT simulations, ensuring technical excellence, consistency, and timely project delivery. The role requires ~10 years in renewable energy power system modeling, strong expertise in PSCAD/PSSE/PSLF/Aspen, and proven

Qualifications

• Approximately 10 years of experience in renewable energy and/or closely related power system modeling.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field with a power systems focus.
• Experience conducting dynamics, short circuit, load flow, and/or EMT simulations including the modeling and representation of IBRs and other power system components.
• Experience with the resource interconnection process, modeling guidelines, and requirements for various regions throughout North America (CAISO, ERCOT, etc.).
• Experience using power system analysis tools, specifically PSSE, PSLF, PSCAD, and Aspen.
• Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, and providing technical oversight to engineers performing dynamic and EMT studies.
• Must be detail-oriented, with strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to quality.
• Must be a supportive team player, capable of working effectively in cross-functional teams and managing relationships with external vendors and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Grow, lead and manage a team of engineers performing dynamic and EMT studies for renewable energy projects.
• Provide technical oversight and QA/QC for all dynamic modeling and EMT analysis deliverables.
• Develop and validate power system models (in positive-sequence and EMT software packages) for renewable facilities.
• Perform and oversee EMT studies in PSCAD including, but not limited to, TOV, TRV, transformer energization and in-rush, and capacitor bank switching studies.
• Support project developers and owners through the interconnection process by interconnection modeling (both positive sequence and EMT) and assisting with completing interconnection applications for various RTOs (CAISO, NYISO, MISO, ERCOT, etc.).
• Monitor evolving ISO/RTO modeling requirements and emerging technical standards impacting inverter-based resources.
• Establish internal modeling standards, best practices, and quality control procedures.
• Coordinate with project managers, protection engineers, equipment vendors, and clients to ensure alignment of study scope and technical assumptions.
• Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals, technical scoping, and client presentations.
• Mentor junior engineers and support professional development within the dynamic studies team.

Skills

Power system modeling

EMT simulations

Team leadership

PSSE

PSLF

PSCAD

Aspen

Interconnection modeling

QA/QC

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (power systems)

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (power systems)

Tools

PSSE

PSLF

PSCAD

Aspen

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

Job description

Description

Manager, Dynamic Studies

Westwood Professional Services, Inc is hiring a Manager of Dynamic Studies to join our team! The Manager of Dynamic Studies leads the execution and technical oversight of power system dynamic and EMT studies for renewable generation facilities, including solar, wind, and energy storage projects. This role is responsible for developing and managing a team of engineers performing positive-sequence and electromagnetic transient (EMT) simulations, ensuring technical excellence, consistency, and timely project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Grow, lead and manage a team of engineers performing dynamic and EMT studies for renewable energy projects.
• Provide technical oversight and QA/QC for all dynamic modeling and EMT analysis deliverables.
• Develop and validate power system models (in positive-sequence and EMT software packages) for renewable facilities, including solar, wind, and energy storage systems.
• Perform and oversee EMT studies in PSCAD including, but not limited to, TOV, TRV, transformer energization and in-rush, and capacitor bank switching studies.
• Support project developers and owners through the interconnection process by interconnection modeling (both positive sequence and EMT) and assisting with completing interconnection applications for various RTOs (CAISO, NYISO, MISO, ERCOT, etc.).
• Monitor evolving ISO/RTO modeling requirements and emerging technical standards impacting inverter-based resources.
• Establish internal modeling standards, best practices, and quality control procedures.
• Coordinate with project managers, protection engineers, equipment vendors, and clients to ensure alignment of study scope and technical assumptions.
• Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals, technical scoping, and client presentations.
• Mentor junior engineers and support professional development within the dynamic studies team.

Requirements

Skills and Qualifications

• Approximately 10 years of experience in renewable energy and/or closely related power system modeling.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field with a power systems focus.
• Experience conducting dynamics, short circuit, load flow, and/or EMT simulations including the modeling and representation of IBRs and other power system components.
• Experience with the resource interconnection process, modeling guidelines, and requirements for various regions throughout North America (CAISO, ERCOT, etc.).
• Experience using power system analysis tools, specifically PSSE, PSLF, PSCAD, and Aspen.
• Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, and providing technical oversight to engineers performing dynamic and EMT studies.
• Must be detail-oriented, with strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to quality.
• Must be a supportive team player, capable of working effectively in cross-functional teams and managing relationships with external vendors and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field with a power systems focus.
• Experience in programming languages such as Python, R, and/or VBA.
• Experience with DSATools (PSAT, TSAT) or other dynamic security assessment tools.
• Experience writing or modifying PSS®E user-defined models.
• Experience with DIgSILENT PowerFactory.
• Experience performing model validation and verification for dynamic and EMT models.
• Experience performing and producing Model Quality Test (MQT) reports for projects in the MISO and/or ERCOT regions.

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative "One Team" mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients' success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.

We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, #5 for Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind. The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Benefits

• Westwood offers a full suite of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• short- and long-term disability coverage
• an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employees are also eligible for a 401(k) with employer match
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement
• paid medical and family leave benefits in accordance with applicable state law

Application Deadline

The anticipated deadline to apply for this position is 9/19/2026 . If business needs require additional time to identify qualified candidates, the application period may be extended and the posting will be updated accordingly.