Senior Power Systems Reliability Engineer

PJM Interconnection; Audubon (NJ); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

PJM Interconnection in New Jersey is seeking a Stability Engineer to support reliability analysis for New Services in the PJM Interconnection Process. You will study interconnection projects, evaluate required reinforcements, and work with Transmission Owner staff to ensure system reliability.

The role emphasizes dynamic stability analyses and collaboration across planning teams. Ideal candidates have a background in power systems, experience with PSSE/PSCAD/TARA, and strong communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical).
• At least 4 years of applicable work experience in power systems.
• Knowledge of PSSE, PSCAD and TARA for dynamic studies.
• Strong problem-solving and written/verbal communication skills.
• Familiar with applicable NERC and IEEE standards.
• Ability to produce high-quality work with attention to detail.
• Experience in quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Ability to use mathematical and electrical theory.

Responsibilities

• Perform power system analysis and dynamic stability analysis for System Impact Study reports for New Service Requests.
• Evaluate transmission system reinforcements required to resolve reliability issues.
• Collaborate with Transmission Owner staff to refine reinforcements to maintain reliability.
• Support data reviews for New Service Requests prior to inclusion in base case model.
• Create and maintain power flow and dynamics cases and project models used for analysis.
• Manage multiple projects and coordinate with PJM contractors to delegate and review work.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations of analyses, conclusions and recommendations.
• Support PJM business practice manual development and communications to stakeholders.
• Identify new and innovative methods in the planning process.
• Collaborate with System Planning Division to solve complex engineering problems.
• Represent PJM on industry committees, task forces, or stakeholder groups.

Skills

Power systems

PSSE

PSCAD

Dynamic stability analysis

Technical report writing

Python

FORTRAN

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical)

Tools

PSSE

PSCAD

TARA

PSS/e

Job description

PJM Interconnection in New Jersey is seeking a Stability Engineer to support reliability analysis for New Services in the PJM Interconnection Process. You will study interconnection projects, evaluate required reinforcements, and work with Transmission Owner staff to ensure system reliability.

The role emphasizes dynamic stability analyses and collaboration across planning teams. Ideal candidates have a background in power systems, experience with PSSE/PSCAD/TARA, and strong communication