Principal Grid Studies Engineer

Progressive / SThree Group; Portland (ME); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid or remote work options

Job summary

Progressive / SThree Group is seeking a Grid Integration & Power Systems Studies Engineer to support utility-scale renewable projects across North America. The role emphasizes grid interconnection, dynamic modeling, power system studies, and wind turbine dynamics.

You will lead interconnection activities from application through commissioning, interact with ISOs and utilities, and perform studies with PSCAD, PSS/E, TSAT, and DIgSILENT PowerFactory, ensuring compliance with reliability standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in renewable energy development, power systems engineering, transmission planning, and grid interconnection.
• Hands-on experience with power system simulation and dynamic studies.
• Experience supporting renewable generation interconnection projects.
• Strong understanding of transmission networks, reliability standards, and grid compliance requirements.
• Excellent technical communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical efforts supporting interconnection from application through commissioning.
• Lead utility-scale renewable interconnection activities across North America.
• Manage interactions with ISOs, utilities, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Perform and review power system studies using PSCAD, PSS/E, TSAT and DIgSILENT PowerFactory.
• Conduct dynamic model validation, tuning, and performance analysis.
• Evaluate compliance with NERC reliability standards and regional grid codes.
• Support commissioning activities, plant testing, and model verification.
• Collaborate with global engineering teams on renewable initiatives.

Skills

Power systems

Grid interconnection

Transmission planning

Renewable energy development

Technical communication

Stakeholder management

Dynamic studies

Education

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

Tools

PSCAD

PSS/E

TSAT

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

Job description

Renewable Energy | Wind Generation | Transmission Interconnection

Are you passionate about accelerating the transition to renewable energy? We're partnering with a leading clean energy technology organization seeking a Grid Integration & Power Systems Studies Engineer to support utility-scale renewable generation projects throughout North America.

This is a highly visible engineering role focused on grid interconnection, dynamic modeling, power system studies, and renewable energy integration, with a strong emphasis on wind turbine dynamics and electromagnetic transient studies.

What You'll Do

As a key member of the Grid Integration team, you will lead technical efforts supporting projects from interconnection application through commissioning, ensuring compliance with utility, ISO, and reliability requirements.

Responsibilities include:

Leading utility-scale renewable energy interconnection activities throughout North America

Managing interactions with ISOs, utilities, consultants, and project stakeholders

Performing and reviewing power system studies using tools such as:

• PSCAD
• PSS®E
• TSAT
• DIgSILENT PowerFactory

Conducting dynamic model validation, tuning, and performance analysis

Evaluating compliance with NERC reliability standards and regional grid codes

Supporting commissioning activities, plant testing, and model verification efforts

Collaborating closely with global engineering teams to support growing renewable energy initiatives

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems preferred)

• 5+ years of experience in:

  • Renewable energy development
  • Power systems engineering
  • Transmission planning
  • Grid interconnection

• Hands-on experience with power system simulation and dynamic studies

• Experience supporting renewable generation interconnection projects

• Strong understanding of transmission networks, reliability standards, and grid compliance requirements

• Excellent technical communication and stakeholder management skills

Highly Desired Experience

Candidates will stand out if they possess:

Wind turbine dynamic modeling experience

Electromagnetic transient (EMT) studies

PSCAD expertise

Utility-scale wind project experience

Experience working with ERCOT, CAISO, AESO, Hydro-Québec, SaskPower, or other North American ISOs

Advanced knowledge of renewable generation controls and inverter-based resources

PhD in Power Electronics, Power Systems, or related field

Why This Opportunity?

• Work on some of the most advanced renewable energy projects in North America
• Influence project success from development through commissioning
• Collaborate with industry-leading grid integration experts
• Direct exposure to utilities, ISOs, and transmission operators
• Competitive compensation and bonus structure
• Opportunity for hybrid or remote flexibility for exceptional candidates

This opportunity does NOT offer VISA Transfer/Sponsorship

EOE Statement: Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to base pay, direct-hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.