Senior Power Systems Engineer

Electric Power Engineers; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Employee Ownership Program

Flexible Work options

Job summary

Electric Power Engineers is seeking a Senior Power System Engineer to lead power system projects, manage engineers, and conduct advanced analyses to support clients. Successful candidates will have significant experience in power system engineering and familiarity with relevant software tools like PSS/E and TARA. The role offers comprehensive benefits, including health plans with full premium coverage and flexible work options, including remote opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Power Systems Engineer.
• Hands-on experience with steady-state and dynamic base cases.
• Ability to lead and teach electrical engineers.

Responsibilities

• Perform bulk power system studies using various software.
• Lead projects to meet quality and budget objectives.
• Develop mitigation plans for identified system issues.

Skills

Power system basics

PSS/E

Transient stability

Communication skills

Team player skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSCAD

Aspen

TARA

Job description

Overview

Join us in leading thechange!

As a Senior Power System Engineer at EPE you will manage and lead power system projects, including leading other power system engineers, performing analyses, and communicating results to clients.

Responsibilities

Howyou can make an impact:

• Perform high level bulk power system studies using various power system software such as PSS/e, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA.
• Take responsibility for the timely completion of projects assigned while meeting all project quality and budget objectives.
• Interact with Clients to seek input and address their needs and concerns with respect to the project(s) under study.
• Lead and teach electrical engineers in performing power system steady state, short circuit, and dynamic &transient stability analyses.
• Perform advanced and specialized studies of the power grid, such as Sub-synchronous Resonance studies.
• Develop mitigation plans for identified constraints and system issues.
• Develop and review transmission planning study methodologies and processes.
• Lead process improvement efforts to enhance efficiency.Support business development activities.

Qualifications

Bring your passion, here what’s needed:

• Bachelor of Science or higher in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of professional experience as a Power Systems Engineer with hands‑on experience working with steady‑state and dynamic base cases
• Solid understanding of power system basics, transient stability, and master in of-the-shelve software tools like PSS/E and TARA.
• Knowledge of multiple power regions of the country and independent system operators such as PJM, MISO, NEISO, SPP, CAISO, WECC, SERC, ERCOT, NYISO
• Proven team player skills with the ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal, particularly with respect to explaining technical matters.
• Strong technical/report writing skills.

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher with a focus in Power Systems
• SPP or Midwest MISO region experience
• PSCAD or EMT study experience

Benefits

How we support you:

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage foryou.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• EPE MyShare - Employee Ownership Program
• Work with industry leaders
• 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)
• Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities base on position.

Location: This position is open to Remote US or Canada

Travel: Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)

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