Power Systems Engineer I

Summary

Electric Power Engineers (EPE) provides consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges, with a focus on developing a modern, secure, and resilient grid. The Power Systems Engineer I will conduct transmission planning and generator interconnection studies, perform power system and NERC compliance analyses, prepare technical reports, and support project quality and delivery objectives.

Responsibilities

• Perform power system impact studies: Steady State, Short Circuit, and Dynamic Stability
• Perform NERC-compliance-related technical analyses such as TPL 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
• 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

Skills

• 2+ years of experience as a power systems engineer
• Experience performing power system impact studies such as Dynamic Stability, Steady State, and Short Circuit
• Experience with power systems software such as PSS/E, PSLF, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA
• Ability to provide on the job training or help oversee the work of other Power Systems Engineers and Interns
• 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
• This position will be open to remote US or Canada
• Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)
• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, emphasis in Power Systems preferred
• Experience automating/programming in Python preferred

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 2+ years of experience as a power systems engineer
• Experience performing power system impact studies such as Dynamic Stability, Steady State, and Short Circuit
• Experience with power systems software such as PSS/E, PSLF, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA
• Ability to provide on the job training or help oversee the work of other Power Systems Engineers and Interns
• 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
• This position will be open to remote US or Canada
• Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)

Nice to Haves

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, emphasis in Power Systems preferred
• Experience automating/programming in Python preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental.
• MyShare REmployee Ownership Program
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• 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.
• This position will be open to remote US or Canada