System Studies & Modeling Engineer

ECNS Global Consultants•Charlotte, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The System Studies & Modeling Engineer performs electrical power system studies, develops and maintains system models, analyzes system performance, and prepares technical recommendations supporting the planning, design, operation, and reliability of electrical power systems. Studies may include load flow, short-circuit, protective device coordination, arc-flash, and other analyses based on project requirements. The engineer works with ECNS engineering teams, Project Managers, clients, utilities, and other stakeholders to gather system information, build and validate models, evaluate study results, and prepare technical reports. The role also supports multidisciplinary project work, quality reviews, and continuous improvement of modeling and study practices. It is a full-time, salaried, exempt hybrid position for candidates in the Eastern or Central time zones, with travel up to 25% annually.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
At least 5 years of experience in electrical engineering, power systems engineering, system studies, system modeling, or a related field.
Hands-on experience performing power system studies and developing electrical system models.
Experience with load flow, short-circuit, protective device coordination, and arc-flash analysis.
Experience interpreting one-line diagrams, equipment data, protective device information, and other electrical engineering documentation.
Experience preparing technical engineering reports and presenting study results to technical stakeholders.
Strong understanding of electrical power systems and power system analysis principles, including load flow, short-circuit, protection coordination, and arc-flash methodologies.
Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams, schematics, equipment specifications, and technical documentation.
Experience with ETAP, SKM PowerTools, EasyPower, ASPEN OneLiner, PowerWorld, PSS®E, PSCAD, or comparable power-system analysis software, depending on project requirements.
Experience with RSCAD and Hardware in the Loop Testing.
Familiarity with applicable IEEE, NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, and utility or client engineering requirements relevant to assigned studies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to technical accuracy, and ability to evaluate large amounts of system data and identify inconsistencies or missing information.
Strong technical writing and documentation skills, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities within project schedules, work independently, and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other standard engineering documentation tools.
Ability to work effectively in a remote environment and communicate by phone, video, and email.
Ability to travel up to 25% annually.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis in power systems.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
Experience with utility, industrial, renewable energy, data center, substation, generation, or other complex electrical power systems.
Consulting engineering or project-based engineering experience.

Responsibilities

Perform power system analyses based on project scope and client requirements, including load flow, short-circuit, protective device coordination, and arc-flash studies.
Evaluate system performance under normal and contingency operating conditions as required; identify limitations, equipment concerns, coordination issues, and potential improvements.
Develop technically sound recommendations based on study findings and support additional electrical system studies as project requirements dictate.
Develop, maintain, and update electrical power system models using project drawings, equipment information, utility data, and field information.
Verify model inputs for completeness, consistency, and technical accuracy; model applicable equipment such as transformers, generators, motors, cables, buses, and protective devices.
Update and validate models to reflect system modifications, design changes, and revised operating conditions; maintain organized model files, assumptions, calculations, and supporting documentation.
Perform protective device coordination studies; review settings and time-current characteristics; evaluate coordination among relays, circuit breakers, fuses, and other protective devices; and recommend improvements.
Coordinate protection-related study recommendations with Protection & Control engineers and other technical disciplines, and support related engineering documentation as assigned.
Perform arc-flash hazard analyses, calculate incident energy and arc-flash boundaries using approved methods and study software, and identify opportunities to reduce incident energy when appropriate.
Prepare technical information supporting arc-flash labeling and documentation, and coordinate findings with project teams and clients.
Prepare clear engineering study reports documenting methodology, assumptions, system conditions, findings, and recommendations; develop supporting calculations, tables, plots, diagrams, and technical exhibits.
Review study deliverables for technical accuracy and consistency, address review comments, revise studies as needed, and maintain project records and engineering documentation.
Coordinate with Project Managers and engineering, field services, commissioning, Protection & Control, and other technical teams to understand project requirements and obtain needed information.
Communicate data gaps, assumptions, technical concerns, and study findings to stakeholders; participate in project meetings and technical discussions; and support field and engineering personnel in interpreting results.
Perform engineering work in accordance with applicable codes, standards, project requirements, and ECNS quality expectations; participate in technical reviews and quality-control activities.
Maintain consistency among study models, calculations, drawings, reports, and project documentation; identify opportunities to improve methodologies, modeling practices, templates, and workflows.
Stay current with power system analysis tools, industry standards, and engineering practices relevant to assigned work.