Power Systems Engineer II

Electric Power Engineers

$90K — $120K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Austin, TX
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years in power system modelling/studies
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with power system emphasis
  • Control system tuning experience is a plus
  • Experience with Data Center projects is desirable
  • Transmission line studies experience is an asset

Responsibilities

  • Perform diverse EMT power system studies including overvoltage and insulation coordination
  • Develop dynamic models and tune disturbance ride through models
  • Conduct steady state studies like load flow and short circuit analysis
  • Utilize power system modelling software such as PSCAD and PSSE
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards like IEEE and IEC

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with 100% premium coverage
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • MyShare Employee Ownership Program
  • Opportunity to work with industry leaders
  • 401K with a 4% match from day one
  • Remote work flexibility
Full Job Description
Overview

EPE is in search of a Staff Engineer II with a background in EMT modelling and power system studies to join our growing Energy Resources team. In this role you will work closely with senior leadership to support our growth strategy and provide subject matter expertise both internally through coaching and developing staff as well as externally to our clients.

Responsibilities

Howyou can make an impact:

  • EMT Studies: Perform power system studies such as temporary overvoltage, switching overvoltage, insulation coordination, harmonic, flicker, transient recovery volage, energization, lightning etc.
  • Model Development:Develop dynamic generator/load models, perform disturbance ride through model tuning and perform PSCAD/PSSE model benchmarking.
  • Steady State Studies: Perform steady state studies such as load flow, short circuit and power quality.
  • Technology:Proficiency in power system modelling software such as PSCAD, PSSE, ETAP or equivalents. Familiarity with other specialized software such CDEGS, COMSOL, WinIGS and CYMCAP etc.
  • Compliance:Strong understanding of relevant industry standards such as IEEE/IEC/CIGRE.

Qualifications

Bring your passion, here's whats needed:

  • 2+ years of experience in power system modelling and power system studies
  • Bachelors or higher degree in Electrical Engineering with power system emphasis.
  • Experience with control system tuning is an asset
  • Experience with Data Center projects is an asset
  • Experience with transmission line studies is an asset

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, and vision with 100% premium coverage foryou
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • MyShare Employee Ownership Program
  • Work with industry leaders
  • 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)
  • Open to remote

Location: This position will be remote US or Canada

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

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