Power System Consultant (m/f/d)

Sigma Earth; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sigma Earth is looking for an experienced power system engineer in Union, New Jersey. This role involves collaborating with an international team on complex power system projects, delivering high-quality technical analyses and innovative engineering solutions.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in the electrical engineering sector, strong knowledge of power system analysis, and hands-on experience with industry-standard software. Fluency in English and either Spanish or Portuguese is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of professional experience in the power systems or electrical engineering sector.
• Demonstrated experience managing or coordinating power system engineering projects.
• Academic contributions like technical publications or research papers are favorable.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary international team of engineers on power system projects.
• Perform power system studies including load flow, short-circuit, and transient simulations.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to clients.

Skills

Power system analysis

Electrical network studies

Fluency in English

Spanish or Portuguese

Client relationship management

Power system analysis software (PSS®E, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD)

Tools

PSS®E

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

PSCAD

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary international team of engineers on complex power system projects.
• Contribute to achieving project objectives by delivering high-quality technical analyses and engineering solutions.
• Perform advanced power system studies, including load flow, short-circuit, dynamic stability, and transient simulation analyses.
• Conduct grid interconnection assessments and evaluate compliance with applicable grid codes and regulatory requirements.
• Develop innovative solutions for transmission and distribution networks through feasibility studies, contingency analysis, and network asset planning.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, present study findings, and provide ongoing technical support to clients throughout project execution.

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong technical expertise in power system analysis and electrical network studies.
• Minimum of five years of professional experience in the power systems or electrical engineering sector.
• Fluency in English and either Spanish or Portuguese; proficiency in additional languages is considered an advantage.
• Demonstrated experience managing or coordinating power system engineering projects.
• Academic contributions, including technical publications, research papers, or patents, will be viewed favorably.
• Proven ability to work directly with clients and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Hands-on experience with industry-standard power system analysis software such as PSS®E, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD, or similar tools, covering both steady-state and dynamic system analysis.