Power Systems Engineer III

Electric Power Engineers

$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electric Engineering; emphasis in power systems preferred
  • 2-4+ years of power systems engineering experience
  • Experience with power system impact studies: Dynamic Stability, Load Flow, Steady State, Short Circuit
  • Familiarity with power systems software like PSS/E, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA
  • Preferred experience in automating/programming using Python
  • Proven ability to collaborate and maintain internal/external relationships
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, especially in technical contexts
  • Capable of managing multiple tasks and adapting to change

Responsibilities

  • Perform steady state, short circuit, and dynamic stability power system impact studies
  • Conduct NERC-compliance technical analyses, including TPL-001-4 Annual Planning Assessments
  • Execute full generator interconnection studies, including Sub-Synchronous Resonance (SSR) studies
  • Ensure renewable/storage projects meet Voltage Ride-Through (VRT) requirements
  • Participate in ERCOT working group meetings on behalf of clients
  • Prepare and compile technical study reports for all analyses
  • Process and maintain necessary data for studies
  • Complete projects timely, adhering to quality and budget goals
  • Identify training needs and communicate to the Engineering Manager
  • Undertake additional duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with 100% premium coverage for employees
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Employee Ownership Program through MyShare
  • Opportunity to work with industry leaders
  • 401K plan with up to 4% matching, fully vested from day one
  • Flexible work options, including hybrid and remote possibilities
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.
  • 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, 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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