Lead Power Systems Consultant - Western Electricity Coordinating Council Region

Siemens • Tempe, AZ

156d • $100,450 - $206,640 • Remote

About The Position

Here at Siemens Grid Software, our mission is to accelerate and secure the energy transition in a sustainable and profitable way. We are paving the way for autonomous grid management empowering grid operators to accelerate their digital transformation easier, faster, and at scale. By leaving behind traditional ways of tackling the net zero challenge and embracing the powerful capabilities of software and digital technology, we turn the complexity of grids into competitive advantage. We are looking for a Lead Power Systems Consultant to join Grid Software's Power Technologies International (PTI) team. PTI is our trusted advisor that takes a holistic approach, providing business advisory, technical consulting, and simulation software solutions. This role is critical to the planning and integration of renewables, storage, and FACTS to the electrical grid. The Lead Power Systems Consultant will perform large-scale simulations of electrical transmission systems for Utilities, Regional Transmission Organizations, and energy asset owners to develop solutions for safe and reliable power system operations, while mentoring others on the team. This is a remote position based in the contiguous U.S., providing solutions to clients in the WECC Region.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or postgraduate degree in Electrical Engineering preferably with specialization in Power and Energy Systems.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience (excluding academia) with at least 5 years of experience performing power systems analysis for consulting firms, electric utilities, ISOs, RTOs, developers, or national labs.
• Project management experience, including leading a project team, and developing/managing budget and schedule.
• Experience simulating and analyzing the WECC region.
• Experience leading, mentoring, or developing others professionally.
• Experience analyzing power flow and dynamic stability using PSLF required; additional experience with PSS®E, PowerWorld, TSAT™ and TARA preferred.
• Industry experience performing power system transient analysis using PSCAD™ or EMTP-RV.
• Good knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards with understanding of RTO and other regional planning criteria, procedures, and practices.
• Strong communication, presentation, and listening skills with demonstrated ability to write effective technical reports.
• Ability to travel 10% domestically and internationally.

Nice To Haves

• Prior relevant consulting experience.
• Experience in distribution planning.

Responsibilities

• Performing/leading consulting engagements related to power grid analysis and design, system dynamics and transients, system interconnection, and grid code compliance.
• Managing/supporting project execution, tracking project progress, and making necessary adjustments to maintain scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Producing reports and presentations with study results in collaboration with team members.
• Maintaining relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction, analyzing clients' business requirements and identifying opportunities for further business.
• Supporting proposal preparation by developing project plans, budgets, and timelines.
• Providing mentoring and technical development to junior consultants.
• Developing automation scripts to streamline repetitive tasks, reduce errors, and boost overall efficiency.
• Delivering on-site consulting and training services.

Benefits

• Health and wellness benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree