Power Studies Engineer

Kimley-Horn • Orlando, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn’s Orlando, FLorida (FL) office is seeking a Power Studies Engineer with 5+ years experience to join their Power Delivery team. With a focus on serving clients within the power delivery and renewable energy sectors, the Power Studies Engineer will act as a technical expert in the design, analysis, and optimization of electrical power systems. This is not a remote position.

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience as an Electrical Engineer for an engineering firm or EPC
• Understanding or willing to learn, the NEC 2020 and IEEE standards and keep up with emerging technologies
• General understanding of engineering and energy systems
• Load Flow, Coordination, Short Circuit, and Arc Flash studies basic theory and methodology
• Proficiency using Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (AutoCAD)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Ability to work and manage several project teams concurrently
• The ability to work independently or in a team environment effectively
• The ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment

Nice To Haves

• Project management experience preferred
• PE certification or path to move towards certification is preferred
• CYMCAP, SKM, ETAP, EMTP-RV, PSS/E, PSCAD, WinIGS, or CDEGS experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Support the power electrical team to analyze systems, create software models, and write reports for power delivery or generation projects
• Assist with project design, specifications, and plans support
• Review work with quality in mind to confirm compliance with Kimley-Horn quality standards
• Studies performed may include (per candidate experience):
• Arc Flash, Short Circuit, and Coordination studies using ETAP or SKM
• Load Flow / Reactive Power Analysis
• Thermal Ampacity studies using software like AmpCalc or CYMCAP
• Grounding studies using WinIGS, CDEGS, or SKM Ground Mat
• Transient studies using PSS/E, PSCAD, or PSLF
• Harmonic studies using ETAP or transient software
• Relay setting development using SEL AcSELerator
• Partner with the electrical team to create calculations anddrawings for power delivery and/or renewable energy projects
• Continually gain knowledge in industry

Benefits

• At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently.
• People, clients and employees, are at the forefront of who we are.
• Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success.
• Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish.
• Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees.
• We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 17 years!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed