Senior Power Systems Engineer

Electric Power Engineers, LLC; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO & holidays

Employee ownership

401K match

Job summary

Electric Power Engineers, LLC is seeking a Power Systems Engineer with expertise in IBR dynamic modeling focused on NERC PRC-029-1 compliance. You will perform detailed bulk power system studies using PSCAD/PSSE, develop IBR models (steady state, short circuit, dynamic), and assess protection coordination and ride-through for reliability standards.

You will also prepare technical study reports, maintain data, and ensure on-time project delivery within budget.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in electrical engineering with emphasis in power systems.
• 5+ years of experience as a power systems engineer.
• Experience with NERC PRC-024-3, PRC-029-1, MOD-026-1, MOD-027-1, MOD-026-2.
• Experience with power system impact studies: Steady State, Short Circuit, Dynamic Stability.
• Experience with PSCAD and PSSE.
• Experience programming in Python; AI/automation tools usage.

Responsibilities

• Perform bulk power system studies using PSCAD and PSSE.
• Conduct IBR modeling: steady state, short circuit, dynamic stability.
• Assess IBR facility rating, protection coordination, and ride-through.
• Process and maintain data for related studies and prepare technical reports.
• Ensure timely completion of projects within budget and quality goals.
• Identify training needs and coordinate with Engineering Manager.
• Engage in AI/automation initiatives to improve quality and productivity.

Skills

Power systems engineering

Python programming

PSCAD

PSSE

NERC standards

AI & automation

Technical reporting

Education

Master's degree in electrical engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

PSCAD

PSSE

Job description

Overview

We are designing the grid of the future!

Conduct IBR Dynamic Modeling studies which are particularly related to existing and futureNERCreliability standards. This position will have specific emphasis placed on IBR plant dynamic modelingfor NERC PRC-029-1 compliance.

Responsibilities

Howyou can make an impact:

• Perform detailed bulk power system studies using various power system software such as PSCADandPSSE.

• Conduct IBR modeling: steady state, short circuit and dynamic.

• Perform various compliance technical assessments on IBR facility rating, protection coordination, ridethrough assessment.

• Process,generateandmaintaindata asrequiredfor other engineering related studies.

• Preparetechnical study reports for all studies performed.

• Take responsibility for thetimelycompletion of projects assigned while meeting all project quality and budgetobjectives.

• Identify training needs and present them to the Engineering Manageras needed.

• Perform otherduties,as assigned.
• Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity and innovation under experience

Qualifications

Bring your passion, here's what's needed:

• Master's degree in electrical engineering with an emphasis in power systems

• 5years+of experience as a power systems engineer

• Experience with NERC PRC-024-3, NERC PRC-029-1, NERC MOD-026-1, NERC MOD-027-1, and NERC MOD-026-2

• Experience with performing power system impact studies such as Steady State, Short Circuit, and Dynamic Stability

• Experience with power systems software such as PSCADandPSSE

• Experience with automating/programing in Python
• Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity and innovation under experience

Lead the change!

Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future throughadvanced energy intelligence.For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe, providing consultingexpertiseand energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid. Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy.

How we support you:

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage foryou

• Generous PTO and paid holidays

• MyShare Employee Ownership Program

• Work with industry leaders

• 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)

Location: This position will be remote within the US.

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

EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links:EEOC is the Law Poster

Third-Party Recruiting Notification

EPE does not accept unsolicited resumes fromthird-party recruiters.Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to EPE via our career page or to any of our managers or employees will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency.EPE will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agencywithout a previously signed third-party agreementand has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Talent Acquisition team.

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