Power Systems Engineer I

Electric Power Engineers; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Employee ownership program

Generous PTO and paid holidays

401K with company match

Flexible work including hybrid/remote

Job summary

Electric Power Engineers is seeking a Power Systems Engineer to perform transmission-planning studies, including steady-state, dynamic stability, short-circuit analyses, and generator interconnection assessments. You will also address NERC compliance and VRT requirements for renewables and storage projects.

Ideal candidates have a B.S. in Electrical Engineering with power systems focus and 2+ years of experience, plus proficiency in PSS/E, PSLF, PSCAD, Aspen, TARA, and Python for automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with power systems focus.
• 2+ years of experience as a power systems engineer.
• Experience performing power system impact studies (dynamic stability, steady state, short circuit).
• Experience with PSS/E, PSLF, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA software.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and interns.
• Strong reporting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform power system impact studies: Steady State, Short Circuit, and Dynamic Stability.
• Conduct NERC-compliance analyses such as TPL Annual Planning Assessments.
• Perform full generator interconnection studies including SSR analyses.
• Ensure renewable/storage projects meet Voltage Ride-Through (VRT) requirements.
• Prepare technical study reports and manage data for studies.
• Take responsibility for timely completion of projects within quality and budget.
• Identify training needs and present to Engineering Manager.

Skills

Power systems analysis

Python scripting

Technical report writing

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems focus)

Tools

PSS/E

PSLF

PSCAD

Aspen

TARA

Python

Job description

Overview

We are designing the grid of the future!

Develop and conduct computer modeling and analysis for transmission planning studies which include steady state analysis, short circuit analysis, and dynamic stability analysis. Studies may include near‑term and long‑term transmission planning, generator interconnection studies, reliability‑driven transmission project alternatives development, and NERC standards compliance analyses.

Responsibilities

Howyou can make an impact:

• Perform power system impact studies: Steady State, Short Circuit, and Dynamic Stability.
• Perform NERC-compliance‑related technical analyses such as TPL Annual Planning Assessments.
• Perform full generator interconnection studies which may also include Sub‑Synchronous Resonance (SSR) studies.
• Ensure that renewable and/or storage resource projects interconnecting to the transmission system meet Voltage Ride‑Through (VRT) requirements.
• Prepare technical study reports for all studies performed. Process, generate, and maintain data as required for all studies.
• Take responsibility for the timely completion of projects assigned while meeting all project quality and budget objectives.
• Identify training needs and present to the Engineering Manager as needed.

Qualifications

Bring your passion, here what’s needed:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, emphasis in Power Systems preferred.
• 2+ years of experience as a power systems engineer
• Experience performing power system impact studies such as Dynamic Stability, Steady State, and Short Circuit.
• Experience with power systems software such as PSS/E, PSLF, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA.
• Ability to provide on the job training or help oversee the work of other Power Systems Engineers and Interns.
• Experience automating/programming in Python preferred.
• Proven team player with the ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal, particularly with respect to explaining technical matters.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks.
• Flexible with the ability to manage change.
• Have high standards in producing quality reports and products that he/she shall own with pride.
• Strong technical report writing skills.

Join us in leading thechange!

Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future throughadvanced energy intelligence.For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers, (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid. Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy.

How we support you:

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental.
• MyShare REmployee Ownership Program
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Work with industry leaders
• 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)
• Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities base on position.

Location: This position will be open to remote US or Canada

Travel: Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)

EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links:EEOC is the Law Poster

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