Senior Engineer – EMT Modeling

Electric Power Engineers • Austin, TX

6d • Remote

About The Position

We are designing the grid of the future!
EPE is seeking a Senior Engineer with a strong background in EMT modeling and studies. 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 4 years of experience in the electric energy industry.
• Experience with EMT (ideally PSCAD) modeling/benchmarking/studies.
• Strong understanding of FERC, NERC and ISO interconnection requirements and standards.
• In-depth knowledge of at least one of the following software packages: PSSE, TARA, PSLF, PowerWorld, ASPEN, and PSCAD

Nice To Haves

• Direct experience working at an ISO in the Eastern Interconnection, a utility in their footprint or on behalf of these entities as a consultant.
• Experience in any one or more of the following types of studies: Generator Deliverability Studies, load interconnection studies replicating ISO/Utility practices, NRIS/ERIS studies, limited operation studies)
• Automation experience (Python, C#, SQL).

Responsibilities

• Perform PSCAD and PSS/E model benchmarking for both generation and load projects in accordance with existing or emerging requirements to assist clients in demonstrating compliance.
• Perform complex load and generation interconnection studies including loadflow, short circuit and transient stability across multiple ISOs and Utilities in the Eastern Interconnect.
• Support more junior members of staff leveraging your technical skills to assist them in troubleshooting complex technical issues.
• Review of interconnection studies, replicate findings and identify creative pathways to remove roadblocks, reduce cost assigned to projects and expedite timelines to interconnection.
• Support generation, large load and merchant transmission developers navigate interconnection processes across the Eastern Interconnect.
• Demonstrate extreme ownership by taking responsibility for outcomes, decisions, and overall project success.
• Collaborate with other team members on interconnection related studies and stay up to date with industry trends and regulatory changes.
• Support the development of new products and services
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

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: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed