Power Systems Engineer III

Electric Power Engineers

$95K — $115K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electric Engineering required, with a preference for power systems expertise
  • 2-4+ years of experience in power systems engineering
  • Hands-on experience with power system impact studies, particularly in Dynamic Stability, Load Flow, Steady State, and Short Circuit
  • Proficient in power systems software like PSS/E, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA
  • Experience in Python programming and automation preferably
  • Capability to leverage AI and automation tools for enhancing quality and productivity
  • Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills with an ability to discuss technical topics effectively

Responsibilities

  • Perform steady state, short circuit, and dynamic stability power system impact studies
  • Conduct NERC compliance analyses such as TPL-001-4 Annual Planning Assessments
  • Execute generator interconnection studies, including Sub-Synchronous Resonance (SSR) studies
  • Ensure compliance with Voltage Ride-Through (VRT) requirements for renewable and storage projects
  • Engage in ERCOT working group meetings representing client interests
  • Develop technical study reports for conducted studies
  • Manage and maintain data relevant to all studies and projects

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 plan with 4% match, fully vested from day one
  • Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote options
Full Job Description
Overview

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-001-4 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.
  • Participate in ERCOT working group meetings and case building efforts on behalf of specific clients as assigned.
  • 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.
  • Perform other duties, as assigned


Qualifications

Bring your passion, here what's needed:
  • Bachelors degree in Electric Engineering required; emphasis in power systems preferred
  • 2-4+ years of experience as a power systems engineer
  • Experience performing power system impact studies such as Dynamic Stability, Load Flow, Steady State, Short Circuit
  • Experience with power systems software such as PSS/E, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA.
  • Experience automating/programming in Python preferred.
  • Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity and innovation
  • 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.
  • Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity and innovation


How we support you:
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you.
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • MyShare (Employee Ownership Program)
  • 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 is remote US or Canada

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

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