Power System Engineer

SGS Consulting; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Consulting seeks an electrical engineer to perform power system analyses for generator interconnection studies and system planning in Austin, TX. You will run transmission studies, develop models and tools, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable grid integration of new resources.

The role requires hands-on experience with PSS/E, knowledge of NERC standards, and strong reporting skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Less than 1 year to 2+ years of experience in electric utility or power systems industry.
• Experience in power system modeling, analysis, or utility interconnection studies preferred.
• Familiarity with transmission planning and grid reliability standards.
• Strong foundational knowledge of electrical engineering principles.
• Experience with data analysis and technical reporting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical engineering analysis to support generator interconnection studies and system planning
• Conduct power flow and load flow studies to evaluate feasibility of new generation interconnections
• Analyze simulated and actual system operating results to ensure compliance with applicable standards
• Review interconnection applications for compliance with Planning Guides, Protocols, and technical requirements
• Develop system models, tools, and procedures for power system studies and analysis
• Identify system issues and propose technical solutions for current and future grid reliability
• Track interconnection project milestones from study request through commercial operation
• Communicate technical requirements, study results, and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders
• Support process improvements related to interconnection workflows, data management, and reporting
• Prepare technical reports documenting analysis, findings, and recommendations
• Collaborate with engineering teams and stakeholders to ensure reliable grid integration of new resources

Skills

Power system analysis

Grid studies

Data interpretation

Technical reporting

Cross-functional collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

1–2+ years in electric utility or power systems

Experience in power system modeling/interconnection studies

Familiarity with transmission planning standards

Strong fundamentals in electrical engineering

Tools

PSS/E

TARA

Python

VBA

SQL

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Perform electrical engineering analysis to support generator interconnection studies and system planningConduct power flow and load flow studies to evaluate feasibility of new generation interconnectionsAnalyze simulated and actual system operating results to ensure compliance with applicable standardsReview interconnection applications for compliance with Planning Guides, Protocols, and technical requirementsDevelop system models, tools, and procedures for power system studies and analysisIdentify system issues and propose technical solutions for current and future grid reliabilityTrack interconnection project milestones from study request through commercial operationCommunicate technical requirements, study results, and recommendations to internal and external stakeholdersSupport process improvements related to interconnection workflows, data management, and reportingPrepare technical reports documenting analysis, findings, and recommendationsCollaborate with engineering teams and stakeholders to ensure reliable grid integration of new resources

Skills

Strong experience in electrical power system analysis and grid studiesHands-on experience with PSS/E for load flow and power system studiesUnderstanding of NERC standards, protocols, and planning guidelinesExperience with transmission system analysis and interconnection studiesAbility to interpret and analyze complex electrical system dataStrong technical report writing and documentation skillsExperience with Python, VBA, SQL, or similar programming/query tools preferredFamiliarity with tools such as TARA and other power system applicationsStrong communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholdersAbility to work independently and in cross-functional engineering teams

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field requiredLess than 1 year to 2+ years of experience in electric utility or power systems industryExperience in power system modeling, analysis, or utility interconnection studies preferredFamiliarity with transmission planning and grid reliability standardsStrong foundational knowledge of electrical engineering principles