Power Systems Engineer III

Electric Power Engineers • Austin, TX

2d • Remote

About The Position

Electric Power Engineers is seeking a Power Systems Engineer III to develop and conduct computer modeling and analysis for transmission planning studies. The work includes steady-state, short-circuit, and dynamic-stability analysis for near-term and long-term transmission planning, generator interconnection studies, reliability-driven transmission project alternatives, and NERC standards compliance analyses.

The engineer will perform technical studies, prepare reports, maintain study data, and take responsibility for completing assigned projects on time and within quality and budget objectives. The role may involve participating in ERCOT working-group meetings and case-building efforts for clients, and identifying training needs for discussion with the Engineering Manager.

This position is remote in the US or Canada, with hybrid and remote work possibilities noted. Occasional travel of 10% or less may be needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; emphasis in power systems preferred.
• 2–4+ years of experience as a power systems engineer.
• Experience performing power system impact studies, such as dynamic stability, load flow, steady-state, and short-circuit studies.
• Experience with power systems software such as PSS/E, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA.
• Experience automating/programming in Python.

Nice To Haves

• Emphasis in power systems in an Electrical Engineering degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform power system impact studies, including steady-state, short-circuit, and dynamic-stability analyses.
• Perform NERC-compliance-related technical analyses, such as TPL-001-4 Annual Planning Assessments.
• Perform full generator interconnection studies, which may include Sub-Synchronous Resonance (SSR) studies.
• Ensure renewable and/or storage resource projects connecting to the transmission system meet Voltage Ride-Through (VRT) requirements.
• Participate in ERCOT working-group meetings and case-building efforts on behalf of assigned clients.
• Prepare technical study reports for studies performed.
• Process, generate, and maintain data required for studies.
• Complete assigned projects on time while meeting project quality and budget objectives.
• Identify training needs and present them to the Engineering Manager as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% premium coverage for the employee.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• MyShare Employee Ownership Program.
• 401(k) with up to a 4% match, 100% vested from day one.
• Flexible work, including hybrid and remote possibilities based on position.

What This Job Offers

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