Senior Power Systems Planning & Studies Lead

Arcadis; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 113,933 - 222,739; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401K and life insurance

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

20 days PTO per year

Nine paid holidays

Job summary

Arcadis is hiring a Principal System Planning and Studies Engineer to lead the Power Delivery & Renewable team in Reno, NV. The role involves technical and project management assignments, client engagement, and resource planning, with a focus on enhancing power systems for utility and developer clients. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and extensive experience in Power System Planning, along with proficiency in PSCAD and PSSE. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits, promoting a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in Power System Planning and Studies.
• Experience with North American Market Operators (i.e. MISO, PJM, ERCOT, CAISO, etc.).
• Must be proficient with PSCAD and PSSE software.
• PE License certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow System Planning & Studies team.
• Perform and coordinate HVAC and HVDC power systems analysis activities.
• Lead the development of enhanced power system planning & studies processes.
• Act as Project Manager and Technical Lead.

Skills

Project engineering

Proposal management

Client engagement

Resource planning

Technical solutioning

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Ph.D. degree in Power Systems

Tools

PSCAD

PSSE

TARA

PSLF

DigSILENT

DSA Tools

Job description

Arcadis is hiring a Principal System Planning and Studies Engineer to lead the Power Delivery & Renewable team in Reno, NV. The role involves technical and project management assignments, client engagement, and resource planning, with a focus on enhancing power systems for utility and developer clients. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and extensive experience in Power System Planning, along with proficiency in PSCAD and PSSE. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits, promoting a diverse and inclusive environment.