Electrical Engineer, Power Systems Analysis

AECOM•San Antonio, TX

3d•Remote

About The Position

AECOM seeks an Electrical Engineer specializing in power system studies for grid-interconnected and islanded power generation projects. The role leads and executes analytical studies that assess power-system performance and reliability, supporting traditional steam and thermal generation as well as advanced nuclear technologies. The position may be performed remotely and/or from one of AECOM’s Energy offices in the United States, with occasional travel to client or project sites and in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and six years of related experience, or demonstrated equivalent experience and/or education.
Relevant experience in mechanical engineering for power generation facilities.
Strong understanding and extensive experience in electrical engineering, controls design, and power generation projects.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
10 or more years of experience in mechanical engineering for power generation facilities.
Experience engineering and designing combined-cycle plants and nuclear generation stations.
Expert familiarity with industry codes and standards, including IEC, NFPA, and NERC CIP.
Experience specifying electrical equipment and hardware.
Startup and commissioning field experience.
Proficiency with power-system modeling software such as ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, PSSE, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, and ASPEN.
Experience with collaborative model environments such as Navisworks and BIM 360.
Demonstrated experience participating in complex, multidisciplinary programs or projects.
Successful experience working in remote and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

Perform electrical engineering design work on assigned projects and serve as lead engineer, responsible for developing deliverables.
Coordinate the electrical design team and direct completion of engineering drawings, including one-line diagrams, protection and control schemes, settings files, and metering/SCADA integration requirements.
Perform steady-state and dynamic analyses, including load flow, short-circuit, contingency, transient stability, frequency response, voltage stability, and motor starting studies.
Conduct protection and coordination studies, relay settings, arc-flash assessments, and grounding studies in compliance with applicable standards.
Support interconnection applications for generators and inverter-based resources.
Execute islanded and microgrid analyses, including black start, droop control, power-sharing, stability, protection, and resilience strategies.
Develop and validate power-system models and prepare comprehensive study reports and presentations.
Evaluate and optimize solutions for renewable energy, battery storage, combined heat and power, and conventional generation projects.
Provide home-office and field support during construction, startup, and commissioning.
Perform quality-control reviews of work developed by others.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate study results into design packages.
Participate in project and client meetings; interact with vendors, regulatory agencies, and contractors; and assist with internal and external presentations.
Travel occasionally to client and/or project sites.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits (depending on employment status).
Paid time off and leaves of absence (depending on employment status).
Voluntary benefits and perks.
Flexible work options.
Well-being resources and employee assistance program.
Business travel insurance.
Service recognition awards.
Retirement savings plan.
Employee stock purchase plan.
Training and development programs.