Substation Studies Engineer — Power System Analysis Lead

Jacobs; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Substation Studies Engineer to perform power system analyses for planning, design, and expansion of transmission and distribution substations. You will develop and validate models, run technical studies, and provide recommendations to ensure reliable operation.

You will work with teams across North America and globally, travel as needed, and contribute to reports and client presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering.
• Minimum 4 years of direct experience with power system studies.
• Experience with ETAP, SKM and PSCAD or equivalents.
• Knowledge of IEC, IEEE and CIGRE standards.
• Willingness to travel within North America.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform power system studies including load flow, short-circuit, insulation coordination, and protection coordination.
• Develop and validate power system models for transmission and distribution substations.
• Review equipment ratings, specifications, and technical requirements.
• Prepare technical reports and present results to stakeholders.
• Support studies through the lifecycle from proposal to close-out.
• Collaborate with North American and global teams.

Skills

Power system modeling and analysis

Analytical problem solving

Team communication

Project collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM

PSCAD

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Substation Studies Engineer to perform power system analyses for planning, design, and expansion of transmission and distribution substations. You will develop and validate models, run technical studies, and provide recommendations to ensure reliable operation.

You will work with teams across North America and globally, travel as needed, and contribute to reports and client presentations.