Power Systems Engineer II

Electric Power Engineers; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Continuous Education Benefits

Flexible work options

Job summary

Electric Power Engineers is seeking a Remote Power Systems Engineer to conduct modeling and analysis for transmission planning studies.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, with experience in power system studies and knowledge of industry software.

This role also offers comprehensive health benefits, generous PTO, and hybrid/remote work possibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• 2-3 years of experience as power systems engineer preferred.
• Familiarity with power systems software and conducting studies.

Responsibilities

• Perform power system impact studies including steady state analysis.
• Conduct NERC-compliance-related technical analyses.
• Prepare technical study reports for all studies performed.

Skills

Power system impact studies

Electrical Engineering

Python automation/programming

PSS/E

PSCAD

Aspen

TARA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis in power systems

Job description

Overview

We are designing the Grid of the future

We are innovators by nature, for over 50 years, Electric Power Engineers, LLC (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe to focus on complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As an early leader in the renewables space, we continue to see significant opportunities to build a sustainable and secure Grid. Join a team committed to making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can continue to create the "grid of the future"!

Responsibilities

Join us in leading the change!

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.

How you 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‑001‑4 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.
• Participate in ERCOT working group meetings and case building efforts on behalf of specific clients as assigned.
• 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.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

Bring your passion, here what’s needed:

Staff I

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis in power systems

Staff II

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis in power systems
• 2 - 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, Aspen, and TARA.
• Experience automating/programming in Python

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.
• Continuous Education Benefits.
• Work with industry leaders.
• 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1).
• Flexible work including hybrid and remote possibilities based on position.

Location: This position is Remote US/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