Senior Power Systems Engineer - EMT Studies

Electric Power Engineers, LLC; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits (medical,

PTO and holidays

401(k) with match

Flexible work options: hybrid/remote

Work with industry leaders

Job summary

Electric Power Engineers, LLC is seeking a Senior Engineer with EMT modelling and power system studies to join our Utilities team. You will collaborate with leadership to deliver expert guidance and develop staff, while supporting client projects.

The role emphasizes mentoring, advanced grid modelling, and applying AI and automation to improve quality and efficiency. Remote US options with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in power system modelling and power system studies.
• Experience with control system tuning is a plus
• Experience with HVDC systems is a plus
• Experience leveraging AI and automation tools to improve quality, productivity and innovation

Responsibilities

• Perform EMT studies including subsynchronous resonance, control interaction, ferroresonance, TOV, SOV, insulation coordination, harmonic, TRV, energization, lightning.
• Develop local EMT models and benchmark PSCAD/PSSE models.
• Perform steady state studies such as load flow and short circuit.
• Demonstrate technology proficiency in PSCAD, EMTP, PSSE, Digsilent PowerFactory, ETAP, CYMCAP.
• Maintain compliance with IEEE/IEC/CICRE standards.
• Provide advisory support to generation, large load and merchant transmission developers; ensure on-time, within-budget project delivery.
• Lead, teach and mentor junior Power Systems Engineers.

Skills

Power system modelling

Power system studies

EMT modelling

Leadership / mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with power system emphasis

Tools

PSCAD

PSSE

Digsilent PowerFactory

ETAP

CYMCAP

EMTP

Job description

We are designing the grid of the future!

EPE is in search of a Senior Engineer with a background in EMT modelling and power system studies to join our growing Utilities team. In this role you will work closely with senior leadership to support our growth strategy and provide subject matter expertise both internally through coaching and developing staff as well as externally to our clients.

How you can make an impact

• Electro-magnetic Transient (EMT) Studies Perform power system studies such as subsynchronous resonance, control interaction, ferroresonance, temporary overvoltage (TOV), switching overvoltage (SOV), insulation coordination, harmonic, transient recovery voltage (TRV), energization, lightning etc.
• Model Development Develop local system EMT models. perform disturbance ride through model tuning and perform PSCAD/PSSE model benchmarking.
• Steady State Studies Perform steady state studies such as load flow and short circuit.
• Technology Proficiency in power system modelling software such as the following or equivalents PSCAD, EMTP, PSSE, Digsilent Powerfactory, PSSE, ETAP, CYMCAP
• Compliance Strong understanding of relevant industry standards such as IEEE/IEC/CICRE.
• Client Engagement Provide advisory support to generation, large load and merchant transmission developers. Take responsibility for the timely completion of projects assigned while meeting all project quality and budget objectives.
• Technical Leadership Lead, teach and mentor junior level Power Systems Engineers.

Bring your passion, here's what’s needed

• 4+ years of experience in power system modelling and power system studies
• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Electrical Engineering with power system emphasis.
• Experience with control system tuning is a plus
• Experience with HVDC system is a plus
• Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity and innovation

Lead the change!

Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through advanced energy intelligence. For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe, providing consulting expertise and 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 for you.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Work with industry leaders
• 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)
• Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities based on position.

Location This position will be remote US

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

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