Power System Planning Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company; Canton (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) savings plan

Paid vacations for qualifying roles

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company and WECTEC Staffing Services are seeking an entry-level Power System Planning Engineer (Level 1) for a 1-year contract in Juno Beach, FL. You will support renewable energy and transmission projects, collecting inputs, maintaining documentation, and tracking study progress with senior staff.

Responsibilities include learning industry tools such as PSS/E, PSCAD, Aspen and PSLF, modeling and validating solar, wind and battery projects, and preparing draft reports for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (required).
• Interest in power systems, renewable energy, and transmission planning.

Responsibilities

• Collect engineering data and inputs for modeling and studies.
• Maintain organized records of drawings and equipment data.
• Participate in team meetings and discuss technical topics with guidance.
• Assist in basic power flow, voltage, and stability studies under supervision.
• Learn and apply PSS/E, PSCAD, Aspen, PSLF.
• Support model creation and validation for solar, wind, and battery projects.
• Prepare drafts of reports and presentations for review.

Skills

Power systems interest

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

PSCAD

Aspen

PSLF

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

Location: Juno Beach, FL 33408

We are looking for a Power System Planning Engineer - Level 1 (Entry Level) on behalf of our client. This is a 1-year contract assignment. (W-2) You will support engineering activities for renewable and transmission projects within the Engineering and Construction department.

The Entry-Level Power System Planning Engineer supports renewable energy and transmission projects by collecting engineering inputs, maintaining documentation, and tracking study progress with other teams and consultants. You will assist with modeling, technical studies, and compliance activities using industry-standard tools, ensuring accurate data and timely delivery that contribute directly to the success of solar, wind, battery, and transmission projects.

Location: Juno Beach, FL 33408

1-year contract assignment. (W-2)

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect engineering drawings and technical datasheets from internal and external sources as inputs for modeling and studies, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information before use.
• Maintain organized records of drawings, specifications, and equipment data to support project documentation.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to technical discussions with guidance from senior engineers.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing basic power flow, voltage, and stability studies under supervision.
• Learn and apply industry-standard software tools such as PSS/E, PSCAD, Aspen, and PSLF.
• Support the creation and validation of models for solar, wind, and battery projects.
• Prepare draft reports, presentations, and communications for review by senior staff.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (required).
• Interest in power systems, renewable energy, and transmission planning.

Our Safety Pledge to You:

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $35.00/hr. to $40.00/hr.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities