Power Systems Engineer - PSCAD - Data Centers

Olsson; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive 401(k) match

Tailored career development paths

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness program

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United States is seeking a Power Systems Engineer to support large‑scale data center projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in PSCAD EMT modeling and a background in power systems. Responsibilities include building models to ensure grid reliability and collaborating with teams. The position offers competitive benefits, a supportive work culture, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in power system studies with hands‑on PSCAD EMT modeling.
• Understanding of power‑electronics‑based loads and grid interconnection requirements.
• Experience supporting utility or ISO reviews preferred.
• Must be a licensed Engineer.
• Must be a licensed Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Support large‑scale data center projects and utility interconnections.
• Build and validate PSCAD models that demonstrate reliable grid performance.
• Evaluate system behavior during faults and provide practical solutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver reliable grid solutions.

Skills

Collaborative work

Ownership in work

Technical writing

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s preferred

Tools

PSCAD

Job description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Olsson is seeking a Power Systems Engineer with PSCAD EMT modeling experience to support large‑scale data center projects and utility interconnections. This role focuses on building and validating PSCAD models that demonstrate reliable grid performance and meet utility requirements. The engineer will work closely with internal teams, utilities, and equipment manufacturers to evaluate system behavior during faults, voltage and frequency disturbances, and weak‑grid conditions, and to support model reviews through commissioning. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to complex, high‑impact projects while delivering practical solutions that support grid reliability and client needs.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.

• Having ownership in the work you do.

• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred).

• 5+ years of experience in power system studies with hands‑on PSCAD EMT modeling.

• Understanding of power‑electronics‑based loads (UPS, VFDs, converters) and grid interconnection requirements.

• Experience supporting utility or ISO reviews preferred.

• Strong technical writing and collaboration skills

• Must be a licensed Engineer

Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match

• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths

• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities

• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

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