Senior Power Systems Engineer

Overview:

We are designing the grid of the future!

As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient gid. 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.

Responsibilities:

Join us in leading the change!

As a Senior/Principal Transmission Planning Engineer, you’ll be responsible for performing and leading advanced power system studies for utilities and ISOs in the USA West region. As a leader, you’ll also participate in meetings with clients, contribute to drafting proposals and Scope of works, and train junior staff.

How you can make an impact:

• Perform high-level bulk power system studies using various power systems software such as PSLF, TARA, DSA Tools, and Aspen.
• Perform generic and specialized studies of the power grid, such as generation interconnection studies, transmission system planning, remedial action evaluation, black-start studies, and sub-synchronous Resonance assessment.
• Develop mitigation plans for identified steady-state and dynamic constraints and system issues.
• Manage the timely completion of projects assigned while meeting all project quality and budget objectives.
• Interact with clients to seek input and address their needs and concerns with respect to the projects under study.
• Lead and train electrical engineers in performing power system analyses.
• Develop and review transmission planning study methodologies and processes.
• Participate in WECC Sub-Committees and promote the EPE brand.
• Lead process improvement efforts to enhance efficiency and support business development activities.

Performance Criteria:

• Quality of the study/task completed.
• Efficiency in task completion at or below assigned hours.
• Meeting deadlines.
• Billable hours.
• Support team members and contribute to the overall progress of the team.
• Perform high-level bulk power system studies using various power systems software such as PSLF, TARA, DSA Tools, and Aspen.
• Take responsibility for the timely completion of projects assigned while meeting all project quality and budget objectives.
• Interact with clients to seek input and address their needs and concerns with respect to the projects under study.
• Lead and train electrical engineers in performing power system analyses.
• Perform generic and specialized studies of the power grid, such as generation interconnection studies, transmission system planning, remedial action evaluation, black-start studies, and sub-synchronous Resonance assessment.
• Develop mitigation plans for identified steady-state and dynamic constraints and system issues.
• Develop and review transmission planning study methodologies and processes.
• Participate in WECC Sub-Committees and promote the EPE brand.
• Lead process improvement efforts to enhance efficiency.
• Support business development activities.

Qualifications:

Bring your passion, here what’s needed:

• Prior experience as a Power Systems Engineer and a Bachelor of Science or higher in Electrical Engineering with power system emphasis.
• Proven team player skills with the ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships.
• Prior hands-on experience working with steady-state and dynamic base cases in the WECC region.
• Solid understanding of power system basics, transient stability, and master in of-the-shelve software tools like PSLF and TARA.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal, particularly with respect to explaining technical matters.
• Strong technical/report writing skills.

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
• Continuous Education Benefits
• 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.

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