Power Systems Engineer I

Electric Power Engineers; Dickson City (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and wellness

PTO and holidays

MyShare Employee Ownership Program

401(k) matching

Job summary

Electric Power Engineers is seeking a Power Systems Engineer to conduct grid studies and analysis focused on planning, modeling, operation, and protection systems. You will perform detailed studies with PSCAD, PSS/E, PSLF, TSAT, and ETAP, including IBR modeling and technical reports, while ensuring compliance with NERC standards.

The role requires 1–3 years on power systems analysis with a BS in Electrical Engineering and a focus on power systems. Travel is minimal; Panama City, Panama location.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of power systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team and maintain client relationships.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks and delivering quality reports.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed bulk power system studies using PSCAD, PSS/E, PSLF, TSAT, ETAP, etc.
• Conduct IBR modeling: steady state, short circuit, and dynamic in PSSE.
• Assess IBR operational capability: voltage/frequency ride‑through using PSCAD.
• Ensure compliance with NERC operation and planning standards.
• Prepare technical study reports for all studies performed.
• Meet project deadlines within budget and produce high-quality outputs.
• Manage data generation and maintenance for related studies.
• Identify training needs and present to management.
• Support client services and project deliverables.

Skills

Power systems

Team player

Communication

Analytical skills

Report writing

Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electric Engineering, power systems emphasis

Tools

PSS/E

PSCAD

TSAT

PSLF

ETAP

Python

Job description

Overview

We are designing the grid of the future! Conduct power system studies and analysis for meeting regulatory compliance requirements of existing and future NERC and regional reliability standards. This position will have specific emphasis placed on generating facilities’ planning, modeling, operation and protection system analysis.

Responsibilities

How you can make an impact:

• Perform detailed bulk power system studies using various power system software such as PSCAD, PSS/E, PSLF, TSAT, ETAP, etc.
• Conduct IBR modeling: steady state, short circuit, and dynamic in PSSE.
• Conduct IBR operational capability analysis: voltage/frequency ride‑through assessment using PSCAD.
• Perform assessments for compliance with NERC operation and planning reliability standards.
• Prepare technical study reports for all studies performed.
• Take responsibility for the timely completion of projects assigned while meeting all project quality and budget objectives.
• Process, generate and maintain data as required for other engineering related studies.
• Identify training needs and present to the management as needed.
• Perform other assigned duties in relation to client services and deliverables.

Performance Criteria

• Quality of the study/task completed.
• Efficiency in task completion (at or below budget).
• Meeting deadlines.
• Growth of technical capabilities.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven knowledge of power systems.
• 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.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem‑solving, and analytical skills.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks.
• Have high standards in producing quality reports and products that he/she shall own with pride.
• Strong technical report‑writing skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s (and higher) degree in Electric Engineering with an emphasis in electric power systems.
• 1 - 3 years of experience as a power systems engineer.
• Experience performing power system impact studies such as Steady State, Short Circuit, and Dynamic Stability.
• Experience with power systems software such as PSS/E, PSCAD, TSAT.
• Experience automating/programming in Python.

Lead the change!

Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through advanced 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, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• MyShare Employee Ownership Program.
• Work with industry leaders.
• 401(k), up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1).

Location: This position will be located in Panama City, Panama.

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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