Power Systems Engineer (Hybrid) – 230 kV Field Expert

Metropolitan Water District; La Verne (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Water District in La Verne, CA, is seeking an experienced Engineer (Power System) to join its Hydroelectric Maintenance and Engineering Team. The role focuses on power system studies, modeling, and coordination for up to 230 kV equipment, with field verification and data collection.

The position combines technical analysis with hands-on fieldwork, requiring travel to Metropolitan facilities and collaboration with operations and maintenance teams to ensure safe, reliable electrical

Qualifications

• Experience performing power system studies and data collection.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70E and electrical safety standards.
• Knowledge of medium/high-voltage equipment up to 230 kV.

Responsibilities

• Conduct power system studies across facilities including short-circuit, coordination, arc flash, load flow, motor starting analyses.
• Develop and maintain power system models; validate data via field investigations and one-line diagrams.
• Develop relay settings and arc flash analyses with PPE requirements and labeling.
• Provide engineering support for equipment up to 230 kV including transformers, motors, and switchgear.
• Evaluate performance and failures; support operations and maintenance with technical recommendations.
• Lead field engineering reviews, develop standards, coordinate consultants and vendors.

Skills

Power system studies

Power system modeling

Arc flash analyses

Short circuit analysis

Protective device coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Master's degree (optional)

Tools

Power system analysis software

Job description

Metropolitan Water District in La Verne, CA, is seeking an experienced Engineer (Power System) to join its Hydroelectric Maintenance and Engineering Team. The role focuses on power system studies, modeling, and coordination for up to 230 kV equipment, with field verification and data collection.

The position combines technical analysis with hands-on fieldwork, requiring travel to Metropolitan facilities and collaboration with operations and maintenance teams to ensure safe, reliable electrical