Senior Power Systems Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary package

Professional development opportunities

Impactful energy sector projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Power Systems Engineer to join our remote operations team. The role centers on analysis, design, and operational support of electrical power systems, with a focus on grid stability, load management, and protection schemes for critical infrastructure projects.

Based remotely, you will perform detailed studies (load flow, short-circuit, stability), design components and protection systems, review substations and transmission layouts, mentor junior

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 6 years in power system analysis, design, and operations.
• Experience with protective schemes and relay coordination is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed power system studies: load flow, short circuit, stability.
• Design and specify electrical power system components, protection schemes, and control systems.
• Develop and review electrical system designs for substations, transmission lines, and distribution networks.
• Analyze system performance data, identify issues, and propose corrective actions.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders on planning and implementation.
• Ensure designs comply with NRS, IEC, and safety regulations.
• Develop technical documentation: reports, P&IDs, and operating manuals.
• Provide technical expertise and support for commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices in power system engineering.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Independent remote work

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

PSS/E

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

ETAP

SCADA systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Power Systems Engineer to join our remote operations team. The role centers on analysis, design, and operational support of electrical power systems, with a focus on grid stability, load management, and protection schemes for critical infrastructure projects.

Based remotely, you will perform detailed studies (load flow, short-circuit, stability), design components and protection systems, review substations and transmission layouts, mentor junior