Senior Power Systems Engineer

Hitachi Energy; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Senior Power Systems Engineer in Raleigh, North Carolina. In this role, you will perform power system studies to support transmission planning and operations, design computer models, and prepare high-quality technical reports.

The ideal candidate should hold a master's degree in electrical engineering and possess at least 2 years of experience in transmission planning with tools such as PSSE and TARA. Telecommuting is permitted within commuting distance of the Raleigh office.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or foreign equivalent degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• 2 years of experience performing transmission planning and analysis with PSSE and TARA.
• Proficiency in programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Perform power system studies for transmission planning and operations.
• Design computer models or simulations of power systems.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports and presentations.

Skills

Transmission planning and analysis

PSSE

TARA

PSCAD

ASPN

Programming

Technical report writing

Technical guidance

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

Senior Power Systems Engineer positions offered by Hitachi Energy USA Inc. (Raleigh, North Carolina). Perform power system studies for transmission planning and operations, and integration of generation resources. Design and develop computer models or simulations of power systems and conduct independent studies and research encompassing advanced analytical techniques. Prepare high quality technical reports and presentations supporting the findings of the above studies. Identify areas of system and business needs, propose practical solutions, and assist with implementation of project plans and business decisions.

Minimum Requirements

• Requires a master’s or foreign equivalent degree in electrical engineering or a related field and 2 years of experience performing transmission planning and analysis with PSSE and TARA.
• Must have 2 years of experience in each of the following:
  • Performing switching and transient analysis with PSCAD;
  • Performing short circuit and relay coordination analysis with ASPEN;
  • Performing power system steady state analysis with TARA;
  • Performing power system studies using software tools;
  • Using a programming language;
  • Developing technical reports and proposals;
  • Providing technical guidance and recommendations to customers.
• Position reports to Raleigh, NC office. Telecommuting permitted in accordance with company policy, but must live within commuting distance of stated office.
• Experience may be, but need not be, acquired concurrently.