Power Systems Engineer III

Electric Power Engineers

$100K — $130K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Austin, TX
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years experience as a Power Systems Engineer
  • Background in power system impact studies including Dynamic Stability and Short Circuit
  • Proficient in PSS/E, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA software
  • Programming skills in Python for automation purposes
  • Strong team player with relationship-building skills
  • Excellent organizational and communication abilities
  • Experience with AI and automation tools to enhance workflow

Responsibilities

  • Conduct high-level power system studies using specified software
  • Ensure project completion within quality and budget constraints
  • Engage with clients to understand and address their project needs
  • Mentor junior engineers in various power system analyses
  • Perform specialized studies such as Sub-synchronous Resonance
  • Create plans to mitigate grid constraints and issues
  • Review and improve transmission planning study methodologies
  • Assist in business development initiatives

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with full premium coverage
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • Employee Ownership Program
  • Collaborate with industry leaders
  • 401K plan with up to 4% matching and 100% vesting from day one
  • Flexible work options including remote and hybrid possibilities
Full Job Description
Overview

EPE is in search of a highly skilled Senior Engineer with a background in Transmission Planning studies. 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

How you can make an impact:
  • Perform high-level bulk power system studies using various power system software such as PSS/e, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA.
  • Ensure timely completion of assigned projects while meeting all quality and budget objectives.
  • Interact with clients to seek input and address their needs and concerns regarding the project(s) under study.
  • Lead and mentor electrical engineers in performing power system steady state, short circuit, and dynamic & transient stability analyses.
  • Conduct advanced and specialized studies of the power grid, such as Sub-synchronous Resonance studies.
  • Develop mitigation plans for identified constraints and system issues.
  • Review and develop transmission planning study methodologies and processes.
  • Lead process improvement efforts to enhance efficiency.
  • Support business development activities.


Qualifications

Bring your passion, here what's needed:
  • 5+ years professional 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/programing in Python
  • Proven team player skills with 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.
  • Demonstrates a strong commitment to producing high-quality report and deliverables, taking full ownership and pride in work
  • Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity and innovation under experience


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
  • 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 open to Remote US or Canada

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

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