Principal Engineer - Technical

PSEG Long Island•Town of Oyster Bay, NY

2d•$121,200 - $199,200•Hybrid

About The Position

This position requires performing electromagnetic transient (EMT) studies for the LIPA transmission system by integrating applicable models for inverter based resources/HVDC/FACTS devices by using PSCAD, or other EMT simulation models. This position also develops in-house capability to create applicable EMT models that are required for the analysis. Adequate training and learning opportunities will be provided to develop solid electromagnetic transient skills that is critical to evaluate transient performance of the integrated power system.

Requirements

B.S. in Electrical Engineering
Minimum of 8 years experience in Power Systems industry with 3 of those years in Power System Analysis (Transmission Planning, Transmission Protection Engineering etc.) with an ability to run load flow studies and an understanding of stability and fault duty concepts
Desire to handle challenging projects and the ability to quickly come up to speed is essential. Desire to learn new concepts and attention to details is critical to be successful in this position
Must have the understanding of the practical electrical characteristics of power system equipment beyond their fundamental-frequency parameters and also on fundamental control concepts
Must have excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills as well as ability to travel to attend meetings/conferences/trainings on and off Long Island as required
Compliance with the Department of Energy's regulation 10 CFR 810 is required

Nice To Haves

Experience applying EMT software tools for analysis of inverter-based resources, HVDC, or FACTS devices
Experience in the conversion of PSS/E data to transient models in an EMT platform
A Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or PE License

Responsibilities

Utilizing fundamental principles of power system to perform engineering analysis
Develop in-house capability for the development of Electromagnetic transient models and implement a process to organize, review, and maintain model updates and associated documentation, clearly describing steps to setup the model, available parameters accessible to the end user, and available outputs that are needed for various planning studies
Develop and implement model validation practices and steps to ensure the validity and accuracy of EMT models
Perform complex electromagnetic transient studies involving transmission and/or distribution system on an as needed basis
Perform various transient studies for interconnecting resources, large loads and devices, such as inverter based resources or HVDC/FACTS devices, as required. Examples of such studies include, but are not limited to, dynamic performance studies, harmonic performance studies, sub-synchronous torsional interaction studies, large load performance study, control system interaction study, temporary overvoltage study etc.
Utilize applicable EMT study models to assess potential solutions to meet system performance requirements
Collaborate with Transmission and Distribution Planning and provide applicable support to both groups in the EMT study areas
Ensure compliance with applicable North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards by performing applicable EMT studies. Evaluate proposed / new NERC Standards and continuously monitor for upcoming changes to existing NERC Standards
Support EMT training for planning engineers
Engage with technical consultants to gain understanding of the transient performance of the transmission system and associated interaction with various synchronous and non-synchronous resources
Actively participate with working groups, universities and other utilities to understand fundamental control concepts of resources
Research and collaborate with industry experts to identify and implement best EMT modeling and study practices
Develop methodology/approach to successfully model and interpret analysis utilizing PSCAD or other EMT simulation tools
Demonstrate clear understanding of control, design and performance of IBR, HVDC,FACTS devices and performance of large load under different scenarios
Understanding of control concepts as applied to PWM and MMC voltage - source converter