Power Systems Engineer II

Electric Power Engineers

$80K — $110K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Austin, TX
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, preferably with a focus on Power Systems.
  • Minimum of 2 years' experience as a power systems engineer.
  • Proficient in conducting power system impact studies including Dynamic Stability, Steady State, and Short Circuit.
  • Experience with relevant power systems software like PSS/E, PSLF, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA.
  • Ability to train and oversee the work of junior engineers and interns.
  • Preferred experience with Python for automation and programming.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and technical report writing skills.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct power system impact studies including Steady State, Short Circuit, and Dynamic Stability.
  • Perform technical analyses for NERC compliance such as TPL Annual Planning Assessments.
  • Execute full generator interconnection studies, including Sub-Synchronous Resonance (SSR) analyses.
  • Ensure projects meet Voltage Ride-Through (VRT) compliance for renewable and storage resources.
  • Prepare and maintain technical study reports and project data.
  • Manage project timelines, quality, and budget effectively.
  • Identify and communicate training needs to the Engineering Manager.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical and dental.
  • Employee Ownership Program (MyShare).
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays.
  • Opportunity to work with industry leaders.
  • 401K plan with a 4% match, fully vested from day one.
  • Flexible work options, including hybrid and remote work arrangements.
Full Job Description
Overview

We are designing the grid of the future! 

Develop and conduct computer modeling and analysis for transmission planning studies which include steady state analysis, short circuit analysis, and dynamic stability analysis. Studies may include near-term and long-term transmission planning, generator interconnection studies, reliability-driven transmission project alternatives development, and NERC standards compliance analyses.

 

 

Responsibilities

How you can make an impact:

  • Perform power system impact studies: Steady State, Short Circuit, and Dynamic Stability.
  • Perform NERC-compliance-related technical analyses such as TPL Annual Planning Assessments.
  • Perform full generator interconnection studies which may also include Sub-Synchronous Resonance (SSR) studies.
  • Ensure that renewable and/or storage resource projects interconnecting to the transmission system meet Voltage Ride-Through (VRT) requirements.
  • Prepare technical study reports for all studies performed. Process, generate, and maintain data as required for all studies.
  • Take responsibility for the timely completion of projects assigned while meeting all project quality and budget objectives.
  • Identify training needs and present to the Engineering Manager as needed.

 

Qualifications

Bring your passion, here what’s needed:

  • Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, emphasis in Power Systems preferred.
  • 2+ years of experience as a power systems engineer
  • Experience performing power system impact studies such as Dynamic Stability, Steady State, and Short Circuit.
  • Experience with power systems software such as PSS/E, PSLF, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA.
  • Ability to provide on the job training or help oversee the work of other Power Systems Engineers and Interns.
  • Experience automating/programming in Python preferred.
  • Proven team player with the ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal, particularly with respect to explaining technical matters.
  • Capable of managing multiple tasks.
  • Flexible with the ability to manage change.
  • Have high standards in producing quality reports and products that he/she shall own with pride.
  • Strong technical report writing skills.

 

Lead the change!

Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through advanced energy intelligence.  For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers, (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid.   Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy.

 

 

How we support you:

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental.
  • MyShare REmployee Ownership Program
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Work with industry leaders
  • 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)
  • Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities base on position.

 

 

Location: This position will be open to remote US or Canada

Travel:  Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)

 

 

 

Third-Party Recruiting Notification

EPE does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to EPE via our career page or to any of our managers or employees will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency. EPE will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency without a previously signed third-party agreement and has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Talent Acquisition team. 

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