Senior Power Systems Engineer

Leap29; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

Leap29 is seeking a Senior Consultant – Transmission Planning to join its U.S. Energy practice. This role involves leading advanced transmission studies, providing data-driven insights for planning and operational decision-making. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 7 years of relevant experience.

The position offers an opportunity to work on key energy transition projects and contribute to system reliability across North America. A flexible hybrid working arrangement is available, promising a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in transmission planning, power systems engineering, or consulting.
• Expertise in reliability assessments and system impact studies.
• Strong proficiency with power system analysis tools and major U.S. electricity markets.

Responsibilities

• Conduct steady-state, dynamic, and short-circuit studies for system performance.
• Perform power flow and voltage analyses using industry-standard software.
• Develop and maintain power system models, methodologies, and engineering assumptions.

Skills

Steady-state and dynamic simulations

Power system analysis tools

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

PSS®E

PSLF

PSCAD

ETAP

Job description

Leap29 are working with an Engineering Consultancy firm focused on renewables across the US and Globally. We are currently supporting them with a Senior Power System Engineer Requirement.

Shape the Future of the Energy Transition

An established international engineering and consulting organization is expanding its U.S. Energy practice and is seeking a Senior Consultant – Transmission Planning to join its growing Power Systems team.

This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the energy transition, supporting utilities, developers, system operators, and infrastructure investors with complex transmission planning, interconnection, and grid modernization challenges. You'll contribute to high-impact projects involving renewable integration, storage, transmission expansion, and system reliability across North America and beyond.

If you thrive on solving complex technical problems, enjoy advanced power system modeling, and want to influence critical infrastructure decisions, this role offers both technical depth and meaningful impact.

The Role

As a Senior Consultant, you will lead and execute advanced transmission and power system studies, delivering data-driven insights that support planning, interconnection, and operational decision-making. You will work directly with clients and multidisciplinary teams, translating complex analyses into practical recommendations that help shape the future grid.

This position is ideal for an experienced power systems professional who enjoys hands‑on technical work while engaging with stakeholders and contributing to business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct steady‑state, dynamic, and short‑circuit studies to evaluate transmission system performance, renewable integration, and grid reliability.
• Perform power flow, contingency, transient stability, and voltage analyses using industry-standard software such as PSS®E, PSLF, PSCAD, EMTP/ATP, ETAP, SKM, PROMOD, or similar platforms.
• Support generator and load interconnection studies, transmission planning assessments, congestion management evaluations, and system impact analyses.
• Develop, validate, and maintain power system models, methodologies, and engineering assumptions.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to define study objectives, project scope, and technical deliverables.
• Prepare high‑quality technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Contribute to the development of analytical tools, automation initiatives, and best practices that improve project delivery and study efficiency.
• Monitor industry developments, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies including energy storage, inverter‑based resources, and grid‑forming technologies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in transmission planning, power systems engineering, utility operations, or consulting.
• Demonstrated expertise in steady‑state and dynamic simulations, reliability assessments, and system impact studies.
• Strong proficiency with one or more power system analysis tools such as PSS®E, PSLF, PSCAD, EMTP/ATP, ETAP, SKM, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with major U.S. electricity markets and regions, including ERCOT, PJM, MISO, SPP, WECC, or CAISO.
• Understanding of transmission planning practices and applicable NERC and FERC requirements.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem‑solving capabilities, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts clearly and confidently.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within geographically distributed teams.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for client meetings and project workshops.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience supporting the growth of new teams, offices, or technical practices.
• Experience working on international or cross‑functional engineering projects.

Why Join Us?

• Play a key role in the growth of a rapidly expanding energy consulting practice in the United States.
• Work on technically challenging projects that directly support grid modernization and the clean energy transition.
• Collaborate with highly skilled engineering professionals across multiple regions and disciplines.
• Enjoy a high level of technical autonomy and influence on project outcomes.
• Access opportunities for professional development, leadership growth, and long‑term career progression.
• Competitive compensation package and flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Be part of an organization committed to innovation, sustainability, and delivering solutions to some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges.

Make an Impact

This is more than a consulting role—it's an opportunity to help design and strengthen the power systems that will support future generations. If you're passionate about power systems engineering and want to contribute to the transformation of the energy sector, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send me your CV and number and we can get a call booked in.