Senior Power Systems Engineer, Resource Integration

Peak Demand; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Demand is seeking a Senior Power Systems Engineer, Resource Integration to lead grid planning and interconnection studies across renewable and conventional generation. This hybrid role blends hands-on analysis with project leadership, client engagement, and technical mentorship, with three days per week in an office or at a client location.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years of power systems experience, and proficiency with PSS/E,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering required.
• 5+ years of power systems and renewable energy experience preferred.
• Experience with transmission and/or distribution planning, including resource interconnection.
• Hands-on experience with power system analysis tools like PSS/E, TARA, PSLF, PowerWorld, PSCAD.
• Knowledge of ISO/RTO markets, generator interconnection processes, and NERC standards.
• Experience managing technical projects, schedules, budgets, and client deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Lead power flow, transient stability, short-circuit, EMT, harmonics studies.
• Develop and evaluate steady-state, dynamic, short-circuit models for renewables and conventional generation.
• Perform generator interconnection studies including feasibility and deliverability assessments.
• Apply expertise in transmission and distribution planning and modeling.
• Lead technical troubleshooting, scripting, and process improvements for studies.
• Mentor engineers and manage project schedules, budgets, and client deliverables.

Skills

Power systems

PSS/E

PSLF

PSCAD

PowerWorld

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

TARA

PSLF

PowerWorld

PSCAD

Job description

We have partnered with one of the world’s leading renewable energy consulting firms, specializing in engineering solutions for solar, wind, hydrogen, and energy storage projects. With a strong focus on techno-economic consulting and independent engineering services, our client supports utilities, ISOs, project developers, investors, and other market participants. Known for their expertise in grid integration and infrastructure optimization, they are shaping the future of renewable energy on a global scale.

The Senior Power Systems Engineer, Resource Integration will lead grid planning and interconnection studies across renewable and conventional generation. This hybrid role combines hands‑on power systems analysis with project leadership, client engagement, and technical mentorship, with three days per week in an office or at a client location.

What You’ll Do

• Lead power flow, transient stability, short‑circuit, EMT, harmonics, and related power system studies.
• Develop and evaluate steady‑state, dynamic, short‑circuit, and PSCAD models for solar, storage, wind, and conventional generation.
• Perform generator interconnection studies, including feasibility, system impact, and deliverability assessments.
• Apply expertise in transmission, distribution, inverter‑based resources, generation, and load modeling to solve client challenges.
• Lead technical troubleshooting, scripting, and improvements to study processes.
• Guide engineers through technical requirements while managing project schedules, budgets, quality, and deliverables.
• Track changes in ISO/RTO requirements, grid planning practices, and relevant industry standards.
• Support client relationships, proposals, and new business opportunities.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of power systems and renewable energy experience.
• Experience with transmission and/or distribution planning, including resource interconnection.
• Hands‑on experience with power system analysis tools such as PSS/E, TARA, PSLF, PowerWorld, and PSCAD.
• Knowledge of ISO/RTO markets, generator interconnection processes, NERC standards, and applicable modeling requirements.
• Experience managing technical projects, schedules, budgets, and client deliverables.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.
• Valid driver’s license.

Salary range: $120,000-$175,000 DOE + Bonus Opportunity