Power Systems Engineer II

Electric Power Engineers • Austin, TX

3d • Remote

About The Position

Electric Power Engineers (EPE) is seeking an engineer with experience in electromagnetic transient (EMT) modeling and power system studies to join its Energy Resources team. The engineer will work with senior leadership to support the company’s growth strategy and provide subject matter expertise to internal staff through coaching and development, as well as to external clients. The role provides advisory support to generation, large-load, and merchant transmission developers and is responsible for completing assigned projects on time and within quality and budget objectives.

The position is remote within the United States. Occasional travel of 10% or less may be needed. Hybrid and remote work possibilities are described as position-dependent.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in power system modeling and power system studies.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering with a power systems emphasis.
• Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity, and innovation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with control system tuning.
• Experience with HVDC systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform EMT power system studies, including subsynchronous resonance, control interaction, ferroresonance, temporary overvoltage, switching overvoltage, insulation coordination, harmonic, transient recovery voltage, energization, and lightning studies.
• Develop local system EMT models, tune disturbance ride-through models, and benchmark PSCAD/PSSE models.
• Perform steady-state studies such as load flow and short circuit.
• Use power system modeling software such as PSCAD, EMTP, PSSE, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, ETAP, and CYMCAP, or equivalents.
• Apply relevant industry standards, including IEEE, IEC, and CIGRE standards.
• Provide advisory support to generation, large-load, and merchant transmission developers.
• Take responsibility for timely completion of assigned projects while meeting project quality and budget objectives.
• Provide internal subject matter expertise through coaching and developing staff.
• Support the company's growth strategy and provide subject matter expertise to clients.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with 100% premium coverage for the employee.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) with up to a 4% match, 100% vested from day one.
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote possibilities depending on the position.
• Opportunity to work with industry leaders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level