Power Systems Engineer III

Electric Power Engineers • Austin, TX

6d • Remote

About The Position

We are designing the grid of the future! EPE is in search of an Engineer with a background in EMT modelling and power system studies to join our growing Energy Resources team. In this role you will work closely with senior leadership to support our growth strategy and provide subject matter expertise both internally through coaching and developing staff as well as externally to our clients.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in power system modelling and power system studies
• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Electrical Engineering with power system emphasis.
• Proficiency in power system modelling software such as the following or equivalents: PSCAD, EMTP, PSSE, Digsilent Powerfactory, PSSE, ETAP, CYMCAP
• Strong understanding of relevant industry standards such as IEEE/IEC/CICRE.
• Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity and innovation

Nice To Haves

• Experience with control system tuning is a plus
• Experience with HVDC system is a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform power system studies such as subsynchronous resonance, control interaction, ferroresonance, temporary overvoltage (TOV), switching overvoltage (SOV), insulation coordination, harmonic, transient recovery voltage (TRV), energization, lightning etc.
• Develop local system EMT models. perform disturbance ride through model tuning and perform PSCAD/PSSE model benchmarking.
• Perform steady state studies such as load flow and short circuit.
• Provide advisory support to generation, large load and merchant transmission developers.
• Take responsibility for the timely completion of projects assigned while meeting all project quality and budget objectives.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Work with industry leaders
• 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)
• Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities based on position.

What This Job Offers

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