Senior Power Systems Engineer – Dynamic Modeling

EPE Consulting, Ltd.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Employee Ownership Program

401K with match

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in energy is seeking a Power Systems Engineer to perform essential modeling and compliance studies with a strong emphasis on NERC requirements. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering and over 5 years of relevant experience. The role involves utilizing power system software like PSCAD and PSSE, and programming in Python. This remote position offers competitive benefits and the chance to contribute to the future of energy engineering.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a power systems engineer.
• Experience with NERC standards PRC-024-3, PRC-029-1.
• Experience with power system impact studies.
• Experience with automating/programming in Python.

Responsibilities

• Conduct IBR modeling for NERC compliance.
• Perform detailed bulk power system studies.
• Prepare technical study reports for all studies performed.
• Identify training needs and present them to management.

Skills

Power systems analysis

Dynamic modeling

Python programming

Power system software experience

Education

Master’s degree in electrical engineering

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

How you 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.

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

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)

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