Power Systems Engineer II

Jobgether; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Remote and hybrid options

Professional development

Job summary

Jobgether is seeking a Power Systems Engineer to conduct comprehensive transmission studies and analyses. You will support NERC compliance, interconnection studies, and integration of renewables with grid standards.

The role involves developing models and reports, collaborating with clients and teams, and contributing to AI-assisted optimization of workflows. Remote opportunities exist across the United States and Canada.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, power systems preferred.
• 3+ years as a power systems engineer.
• Experience in power system impact studies (dynamic stability, load flow, short-circuit).
• Experience with PSS/E, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA.
• Python programming or automation experience preferred.
• Knowledge of NERC standards and transmission planning.
• Ability to develop engineering models and reports.
• Strong communication and multi-project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive power system impact studies, including steady-state analysis, load flow, short-circuit analysis, and dynamic stability assessments.
• Conduct technical analyses supporting NERC compliance requirements (TPL-001-4).
• Execute generator interconnection studies, including SSR assessments when required.
• Evaluate renewable energy and energy storage projects connecting to transmission networks for VRT compliance.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve technical challenges and deliver projects.

Job description

Accountabilities

- Perform comprehensive power system impact studies, including steady-state analysis, load flow, short-circuit analysis, and dynamic stability assessments.

- Conduct technical analyses supporting NERC compliance requirements, including TPL-001-4 Annual Planning Assessments.

- Execute generator interconnection studies, including Sub-Synchronous Resonance (SSR) assessments when required.

- Evaluate renewable energy and energy storage projects connecting to transmission networks, ensuring compliance with Voltage Ride-Through (VRT) requirements.

- Participate in ERCOT working group meetings and support transmission planning case development on behalf of assigned clients.

- Develop, maintain, process, and validate technical models and datasets required for power system studies.

- Prepare detailed technical reports presenting study methodologies, findings, recommendations, and engineering conclusions.

- Manage assigned projects from planning through completion, ensuring deadlines, quality standards, and budget objectives are consistently achieved.

- Identify technical training and professional development needs and communicate them to engineering management.

- Collaborate with internal engineering teams and external stakeholders to resolve technical challenges and support successful project delivery.

- Explore and responsibly leverage AI and automation tools to improve engineering workflows, productivity, and technical quality.

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, preferably with a specialization or concentration in power systems.

- At least 3 years of professional experience as a power systems engineer.

- Practical experience conducting power system impact studies, including dynamic stability, load flow, steady-state, and short-circuit analyses.

- Experience using industry-standard power systems software such as PSS/E, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA.

- Programming or automation experience using Python is preferred.

- Understanding of transmission planning, generator interconnection processes, renewable energy integration, and applicable grid reliability standards.

- Ability to interpret complex technical data, develop engineering models, and communicate findings through comprehensive technical reports.

- Familiarity with NERC compliance requirements and transmission planning standards is an advantage.

- Interest in using AI and automation tools responsibly to enhance engineering quality, productivity, and innovation.

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly when explaining complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

- Collaborative mindset and proven ability to establish productive relationships with colleagues, clients, and external partners.

- Adaptability, flexibility, and the ability to respond effectively to changing project requirements.

- High standards of technical accuracy, attention to detail, and ownership of deliverables.

Benefits

- Comprehensive health and wellness coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, with 100% of employee premiums covered.

- Generous paid time off and paid holidays.

- Employee ownership opportunities through the MyShare program.

- Retirement savings plan with an employer contribution of up to 4%, fully vested from day one.

- Flexible working arrangements, with remote and hybrid options depending on the position.

- Opportunity to collaborate with experienced industry leaders and specialists.

- Exposure to innovative energy technologies, renewable energy projects, and advanced grid modeling solutions.

- Opportunities for professional development, technical training, and career growth.

- Fully remote work possibilities across Canada and the United States.

- Occasional business travel, expected to be 10% or less.