Sr. Power Systems Engineer/Architect (Multiple Locations- TX, CA, NC, WI, MI)

STEPS Talent; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

STEPS Talent in Plano, TX seeks an experienced Power Systems Engineer focused on modeling, simulation, and analysis for utility-scale, industrial, renewable energy, microgrid, and data center applications.

You will serve as a subject matter expert supporting design, validation and deployment of electrification solutions, working with regional and global engineering teams to drive technical excellence and innovative power system solutions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with specialization in Power Systems, Power Electronics, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and lead detailed electrical system analyses including Load Flow and Voltage Profile Studies.
• Perform Reactive Power Capability and Compensation Studies and Power Factor Analysis.
• Lead Short Circuit and Protection Coordination Studies; CSCR Analysis; Harmonic and Transient studies.
• Develop and validate system-level models for microgrids; evaluate grid-connected and islanded operations.
• Provide technical oversight and collaborate with global engineering teams and external consultants.

Skills

Power systems

Analytical thinking

Technical leadership

Client engagement

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSLF

EMTP-RV

CYME

EasyPower

PSCAD

Etap

PSSE

Matlab-Simulink

Job description

Locations :Raleigh, NC; Milwaukee, WI; Dallas/Plano, TX; Fremont/Bay Area, CA; Plymouth/Detroit Metro, MI. (5 days on-site)

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Power Systems Engineer with expertise in power system modeling, simulation, and analysis for utility-scale, industrial, renewable energy, microgrid, and data center applications.

The successful candidate will serve as a subject matter expert (SME) supporting the design, validation, and deployment of advanced electrification solutions. This role combines technical leadership with hands‑on engineering responsibilities and requires close collaboration with regional and global engineering teams.

The engineer will support project execution, business development, and customer engagement activities through technical studies, consulting support, and development of innovative power system solutions.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to next‑generation power infrastructure including:

• Utility-scale renewable energy integration
• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Microgrids
• Data center power systems
• Grid modernization initiatives
• Industrial power systems
• Advanced power electronics applications

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct and lead detailed electrical system analyses including:

• Load Flow and Voltage Profile Studies
• Reactive Power Capability and Compensation Studies
• Power Factor Analysis
• Short Circuit and Protection Coordination Studies
• Combined Short Circuit Ratio (CSCR) Analysis
• Harmonic Analysis
• Stability Studies (Transient and Dynamic)
• Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) Studies
• Switching Transient Studies
• Transient Overvoltage Analysis
• Ride-Through Performance Evaluations
• Cable Ampacity and Sizing Studies
• Grounding System Design and Analysis

Microgrid and Grid Integration

• Develop and validate system-level models of complex microgrids.
• Evaluate grid-connected, islanded, black‑start, and transition operating conditions.
• Support integration of renewable generation, battery storage, reciprocating engines, gas turbines, and inverter‑based resources.
• Perform utility and ISO/RTO interconnection studies.
• Support compliance with applicable grid codes and standards.

Technical Leadership

• Serve as a power systems SME for customer projects and internal engineering teams.
• Provide technical oversight of third‑party consultants.
• Review study assumptions, methodologies, and deliverables.
• Support proposal development and customer presentations.
• Collaborate with global engineering teams to leverage technical expertise and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum master's degree in Electrical Engineering with specialization in Power Systems, Power Electronics, or related field.
• 6+ years of industrial experience performing power system studies and simulation for utility, industrial, renewable energy, microgrid, or data center applications.
• Experience modeling grid‑forming and grid‑following inverters.
• Understanding of converter controls and protection systems.
• Experience with data center electrical infrastructure.
• Familiarity with AI and hyperscale data center electrical architectures.
• Experience with medium‑voltage distribution systems and backup generation.
• Modelling tools such as PSLF, EMTP-RV, CYME, EasyPower, PSCAD, Etap, PSSE, Matlab-Simulink

Experience validating EMT models using field measurements.

• Experience with AI/Hyperscale data center power systems
• Experience with grid‑forming inverter controls
• HIL testing experience
• Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) experience
• Utility protection and protection coordination experience
• Experience with HVDC systems
• Experience with FACTS devices (STATCOM, SVC)