Senior Power Systems Engineer

Electric Power Engineers • Austin, TX

1d • Remote

About The Position

Join us in leading the change!
As a Senior Power System Engineer at EPE you will manage and lead power system projects, including leading other power system engineers, performing analyses, and communicating results to clients.
We are designing the Grid of the future
We are innovators by nature, for over 50 years, Electric Power Engineers, LLC (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe to focus on complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As an early leader in the renewables space, we continue to see significant opportunities to build a sustainable and secure Grid. Join a team committed to making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can continue to create the “grid of the future”!
How we support you:
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you.
Generous PTO and paid holidays
EPE 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.
Location: This position is open to Remote US or Canada
Travel: Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)
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Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or higher in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of professional experience as a Power Systems Engineer with hands-on experience working with steady-state and dynamic base cases
• Solid understanding of power system basics, transient stability, and master in of-the-shelve software tools like PSS/E and TARA.
• Knowledge of multiple power regions of the country and independent system operators such as PJM, MISO, NEISO, SPP, CAISO, WECC, SERC, ERCOT, NYISO
• Proven team player skills with the ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal, particularly with respect to explaining technical matters.
• Strong technical/report writing skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or higher with a focus in Power Systems
• SPP or Midwest MISO region experience
• PSCAD or EMT study experience

Responsibilities

• Perform high level bulk power system studies using various power system software such as PSS/e, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA.
• Take responsibility for the timely completion of projects assigned while meeting all project quality and budget objectives.
• Interact with Clients to seek input and address their needs and concerns with respect to the project(s) under study.
• Lead and teach electrical engineers in performing power system steady state, short circuit, and dynamic &transient stability analyses.
• Perform advanced and specialized studies of the power grid, such as Sub-synchronous Resonance studies.
• Develop mitigation plans for identified constraints and system issues.
• Develop and review transmission planning study methodologies and processes.
• Lead process improvement efforts to enhance efficiency.
• Support business development activities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• EPE 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.

What This Job Offers

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