Kimley-Horn’s Boca-Delray, Florida (FL) office is seeking a Power Studies Engineer with 6+ years experience to join their Electrical Renewable Energy team. With a focus on serving clients within the power delivery and renewable energy sectors, the Power Studies Engineer will act as a technical expert in the design, analysis, and optimization of electrical power systems. This is not a remote position. 

• Support the power electrical team to analyze systems, create software models, and write reports for power delivery or generation projects

• Assist with project design, specifications, and plans support

• Review work with quality in mind to confirm compliance with Kimley-Horn quality standards

• Studies performed may include (per candidate experience):

  • Arc Flash, Short Circuit, and Coordination studies using ETAP or SKM

  • Load Flow / Reactive Power Analysis

  • Thermal Ampacity studies using software like AmpCalc or CYMCAP

  • Grounding studies using WinIGS, CDEGS, or SKM Ground Mat

  • Transient studies using PSS/E, PSCAD, or PSLF

  • Harmonic studies using ETAP or transient software

  • Relay setting development using SEL AcSELerator

• Partner with the electrical team to create calculations and drawings for power delivery and/or renewable energy projects

• Continually gain knowledge in industry

• 6+ years’ experience as an Electrical Engineer for an engineering firm or EPC
• 1+ years' project management experience
• PE certification or path to move towards certification is preferred
• CYMCAP, SKM, ETAP, EMTP-RV, PSS/E, PSCAD, WinIGS, or CDEGS experience preferred
• Understanding or willing to learn, the NEC 2020 and IEEE standards and keep up with emerging technologies
• General understanding of engineering and energy systems
• Load Flow, Coordination, Short Circuit, and Arc Flash studies basic theory and methodology
• Proficiency using Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (AutoCAD)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Ability to work and manage several project teams concurrently
• The ability to work independently or in a team environment effectively
• The ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment