Senior Power System Engineer

Electric Power Engineers

$110K — $130K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Austin, TX
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering focused on Power Systems (advanced degree preferred)
  • Over 5 years of experience in the electric energy industry, covering power system studies and design
  • Proficient with PSLF, PSS/E, PowerWorld, and PSCAD
  • Experience with generation interconnection and transmission planning studies, especially in WECC or CAISO
  • Strong background in leading teams and training junior engineers

Responsibilities

  • Lead Generation Integration and load Interconnection studies in the WECC area
  • Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget and quality standards
  • Engage with clients to gather requirements and address project concerns
  • Mentor and develop engineering team capabilities
  • Conduct advanced power grid studies using industry-standard software
  • Improve study methodologies and processes to enhance efficiency
  • Participate in business development, including RFP responses and scope development

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits with 100% premium coverage for employees
  • Generous paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • Employee ownership through the MyShare program
  • Opportunity to work with industry leaders
  • 401K plan with a 4% match, fully vested from day one
Full Job Description
Overview

We are looing for a senior Enginner to direct and manage a team of electrical engineers to perform specific power system analyses including steady state (generation deliverability), dynamics, short circuit, EMT studies using various power system software.

Responsibilities

 

How you can make an impact:

  • Perform and lead Generation Integration and load Interconnection studies within the Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC) footprint.
  • Oversee the timely completion of projects while meeting all project quality and budget objectives.
  • Interact with Clients to seek input and address their needs and concerns with respect to the project(s) study scope of work.
  • Train, develop and grow the capabilities of engineers within the team and the larger organization.
  • Perform advanced and specialized studies of the power grid utilizing industry standard analysis platforms such as PLSF, PSS/e, PowerWorld, TARA, ASPEN, CAPE, and PSCAD (preferred).
  • Develop and review transmission study methodologies and processes and lead process improvement efforts identifying opportunities to enhance organizational efficiencies focused on maximizing team bandwidth while ensuring quality and timeliness of client deliverables.
  • Support business development activities including development of RFP responses & scope of work statements for clients, outlining EPE deliverables and projected completion dates.

 

Qualifications

Bring your passion, here's what’s needed:

  • Bachelors Degree in Engineering with a focus on Power Systems (advanced degree preferred)
  • 5+ years in the electric energy industry, with experience in power system studies, design studies, and/or interconnection process
  • Experience with PSLF, PSS/E, PowerWorld, and PSCAD
  • Experience in generation interconnection and transmission planning studies in WECC, CAISO a plus 
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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)

 

 

Location: This position is open to Remote US or Canada

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

 

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