Power Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Kansas City (MO); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a remote Power Engineer to manage and develop power system models crucial for transmission operations. This role requires collaboration with engineers and technicians to ensure the efficient, safe, and reliable operation of power systems. With a focus on Electric Utility Operations, the ideal candidate will leverage their analytical skills and problem-solving abilities to enhance grid operations. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the energy sector, ensuring that power systems function optimally while working from the comfort of your home.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of Power Engineering experience in Electric Utility.
• Experience in Transmission and Distribution sectors.

Responsibilities

• Generate and maintain power system models for transmission operations.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure efficient power system operation.

Skills

Electric Utility Operations

Power System Engineering

Analytical Skills

Problem-solving

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Role Description

This is a remote role for a Power Engineer (PE) at PCItek located in Springfield, MO. The PE will be responsible for generating and maintaining the power system models for the transmission operations, planning and protection systems. This position will use methods and tools to manage the models used to support the grid operations in the utility departments and control centers. These tools will allow the PE to ensure the maintenance and accurate operation of power system models. The qualified candidate will also collaborate with other engineers and technicians to ensure that power systems operate efficiently, safely, and reliably.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in the Electric Utility Operations and Business Functions in the Transmission and Distribution space.

• Must have experience at a utility working as a Power System Engineer in either the Operations, Planning or Protection departments

• Experience developing and maintaining power system models in Planning, Operations and Protection.

• Strong Analytical Skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

• IEC or IEEE Standards knowledge is a plus.

Industry

• Energy: Electrical Utility

Employment Type

Contract for 40 hours per week for 7 months

Must-have qualifications

• Be comfortable working in a remote setting

• 2-5 years of Power Engineering experience

• 2-5 years in the Electric Utility Industry.

• This position demands knowledge of systems in the Transmission and Distribution sectors.