Principal Power System Engineer

Electric Power Engineers • Austin, TX

1d • Remote

About The Position

We are designing the grid of the future! EPE is looking to recruit a Principal or Senior Principal Engineer with a background in Generation and Load Interconnection, and Transmission Planning for the Western Interconnection region (WECC). 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

• Minimum 6 years of experience in the electric energy industry.
• Experience in IBR modelling, transmission planning and/or interconnection studies.
• Strong understanding of FERC, NERC and ISO interconnection requirements and standards.
• In-depth knowledge of at least one but preferably several of the following software packages:PSLF, PowerWorld, PSSE, PSCAD, TARA and ASPEN
• Experience in managing and mentoring technical teams.
• Active participation in industry taskforces and/or working groups.
• Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Perform and lead complex interconnection studies including load flow, short circuit and transient stability across multiple ISOs and Utilities in the Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC) footprint.
• Review ISO and/or Utility interconnection study results, replicate findings and identify errors or alternative mitigations that could impact assigned network upgrades.
• Support generation, large load and merchant transmission developers navigate interconnection processes across the Western Interconnected System (WECC).
• Serve as a subject matter expert on interconnection related studies and stay up to date with industry trends and regulatory changes.
• Support business development activities within ERCOT and/or the West.
• Passionate about solving difficult technical problems, providing innovative solutions and taking ownership of the solutions provided.
• Develop net new and enhance existing relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, industry organizations, and regulatory agencies.
• Support the development of new products and services.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• MyShare Employee Ownership Program
• Work with industry leaders
• 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal
• Education Level: No Education Listed