Power System Engineer

WSP•Houston, TX

1d•Remote

About The Position

WSP is seeking a technically strong Power System Engineer to contribute to modeling, analysis, and optimization of renewable energy generation, battery storage, hybrid energy systems, microgrids, utility-scale renewable energy systems, and data centers. The role emphasizes technical modeling, simulation, and coding. The primary location is Houston, Texas; Austin, Dallas, Denver, Charlotte, Raleigh, and Milwaukee are also listed as locations for remote work. Candidates with greater experience may be considered for a senior-level position. The engineer will develop and validate system models, conduct power system and reliability studies, evaluate grid-connected and islanded infrastructure, and perform optimization and techno-economic analyses. The role also involves cross-disciplinary collaboration, technical reporting and presentations, and support for white papers and strategic energy-system planning. Project work may require schedules beyond a typical workweek and occasional travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, specializing in power systems and control.
At least 5 years of experience with power systems, control, renewable energy integration, data center microgrids, BESS systems, power flow analysis, power quality, and grid-tied inverter systems.
Engineer in Training certification.
Experience performing power-flow studies and dynamic and transient stability analysis using system-modeling tools such as PSSE and PSCAD.
Experience performing reliability studies, including FMEA, RAM, and root cause analysis.
Proficiency in Python for programming, optimization, and automation scripts.
Experience with system-level dispatch modeling and optimization studies for ISOs such as ERCOT, CAISO, and PJM.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

MSc. or PhD. in Electrical Engineering, specializing in power systems and control.
Essential Professional Licensure/Certification.
Experience with automation, optimization problems, and AI/ML applications in the power and energy systems domain.
Record of technical publications or presentations in the power and energy systems domain.
Familiarity with data center electrical architecture, UPS systems, and energy backup strategies.

Responsibilities

Develop and validate simulation and optimization models for solar PV, wind, battery storage, hybrid microgrids, and data centers.
Perform steady-state, dynamic, and transient stability assessment studies.
Conduct system-level reliability analyses, including FMEA, RAM, and root cause analysis, to de-risk energy-system operations.
Perform simulations, optimization, sensitivity analyses, and techno-economic evaluations of renewable and mission-critical power systems.
Evaluate energy infrastructure integration in grid-connected and islanded modes.
Collaborate with engineering, project management, and other cross-disciplinary teams.
Communicate technical results through documentation, reports, and stakeholder presentations.
Support white papers and strategic energy-system operation and planning efforts.
Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Disability coverage
Life insurance
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation or other personal time
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings