Senior Power Systems Consultant - Electromagnetic Transient Analysis

Siemens Mobility; Minnetonka (MN); Remote; USD 98,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Power Systems Consultant to join their innovative Grid Software team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for performing transient analysis and leading projects that integrate renewables and storage into the electrical grid. You will utilize advanced software tools to conduct simulations and provide technical leadership while ensuring high-quality results. This remote position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to sustainable energy solutions and work with a diverse team committed to making a significant impact in the power sector. If you are passionate about energy transition and have the expertise to drive change, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health and wellness benefits

Annual incentive target

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in electric power industry with a focus on transient analysis.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with Power and Energy Systems specialization.

Responsibilities

• Perform transient analysis and evaluate integration of renewable generation.
• Lead project teams and ensure high-quality deliverables within budget.

Skills

Transient Analysis

Power System Consulting

Automation Scripting

Team Leadership

Technical Reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSCAD/EMTDC

EMTP-RV

PSSE

TSAT

PSLF

Job description

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Our Siemens Grid Software team works to accelerate and secure the energy transition. We ensure a reliable, affordable energy supply in a decentralizing, decarbonizing, digitalizing, and all-electrifying energy world. No matter where power comes from or where it must go, we ensure it makes its way – every step of the way. Over 70% of the world's electricity flows through infrastructure planned or analyzed by Siemens Grid Solutions.

Find out how Siemens Grid Software is decoding the future of energy and what part you can play: https://sie.ag/DecodingTheFutureOfEnergy

We are looking for a Senior Power Systems Consultant to join Grid Software’s Power Technologies International (PTI) team. This role is critical to the planning and integration of renewables, storage, and FACTS to the electrical grid and to perform large-scale simulations of electrical transmission systems for clients such as power producers, independent system operators, and transmission providers to develop solutions for safe and reliable power system operations.

This is a remote position based in the Contiguous U.S.

You’ll make an impact as you:

• Perform power system transient analysis using appropriate RMS and EMT software tools to evaluate integration of renewable generation, battery energy storage, and FACTS.
• Prepare detailed written reports describing analyses performed, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Organize and lead small project teams ensuring deliverables are of high quality and projects are completed within budget and schedule.
• Develop automation scripts to improve the speed and accuracy of simulations and analysis.
• Provide EMT technical leadership and share knowledge with colleagues.
• Support proposal preparation by developing project plans, budgets, and timelines.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with a specialization in Power and Energy Systems.
• Professional industry experience performing transient analysis using PSCAD/EMTDC or EMTP-RV.
• A minimum of 6 years of professional relevant experience (consulting, utility, National Lab) in the electric power industry.
• Knowledge of transmission system planning and/or operations.
• Ability to travel 10% domestically.

Preferred qualifications:

• Prior experience in Power System Consulting.
• Experience evaluating transient stability of large transmission systems using PSSE, TSAT, or PSLF.
• Master's degree or PhD degree in electrical engineering with a specialization in power and energy systems.
• Experience developing scripts to automate execution and analysis of simulations.

You’ll benefit from:

• Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
• The salary range for this position is $98,980 - $203,640. An annual incentive target also is part of the compensation package for this position. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

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