Senior Engineer - Interconnection and Planning

Electric Power Engineers•Austin, TX

5d•Remote

About The Position

We are designing the grid of the future! EPE is looking to recruit a Senior Engineer with a background in Gen/Load Interconnection or Transmission Planning studies in the Eastern Interconnection and preference for strong background in EMT modeling. 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 in at least a couple of the following areas: IBR modelling, Load modelling, gen/load interconnection studies, transmission planning studies, EMT studies. For this role we are looking for engineers who have performed at least a couple of the following types of studies (PJM Generator Deliverability Studies, PJM stability modeling, PSSE/PSCAD benchmarking studies, load interconnection studies replicating ISO/Utility practices)
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: PSSE, TARA, PSLF, PowerWorld. ASPEN and PSCAD

Nice To Haves

Direct experience working at PJM, ISO New England, NYISO, a utility in their footprint or on behalf of these entities as a consultant.
Experience performing interconnection or transmission planning studies outside Northeast
Experience with EMT (ideally PSCAD) modelling/studies.
Automation experience (Python, C#, SQL).

Responsibilities

Perform complex load and generation interconnection studies including loadflow, short circuit and transient stability across multiple ISOs and Utilities in the Eastern Interconnect. Ideally focusing on PJM.
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.
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)
Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities base on position.

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