System Studies & Modeling Engineer

ECNS Global Consultants PLLC•Charlotte, NC

4d•$105,000 - $145,000•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 data, develop accurate models, evaluate results, and prepare technical reports and recommendations. The role also supports quality reviews, technical documentation, project coordination, and improvements to engineering methods and workflows. The position is full-time, salaried, and exempt; it is hybrid and accepts candidates in the Eastern or Central time zone. Travel may be 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.
Knowledge of load flow, short-circuit, protection coordination, and arc-flash study methodologies.
Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams, schematics, equipment specifications, and technical documentation.
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 with attention to technical accuracy.
Ability to evaluate large amounts of system data and identify inconsistencies or missing information.
Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities within project schedules.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering and project teams.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other standard engineering documentation tools.
Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote environment.

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.
Experience with ETAP, SKM PowerTools, EasyPower, ASPEN OneLiner, PowerWorld, PSS®E, PSCAD, or comparable power-system analysis software, depending on project requirements.

Responsibilities

Perform power system analyses according to project scope and client requirements.
Conduct load flow, short-circuit, protective device coordination, arc-flash, and other required electrical system studies.
Evaluate system performance under normal and contingency operating conditions as required.
Analyze results to identify system limitations, equipment concerns, coordination issues, and potential improvements.
Develop technically sound recommendations based on study findings.
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, and perform model validation and quality reviews.
Model electrical equipment such as transformers, generators, motors, cables, buses, and protective devices.
Maintain organized model files, assumptions, inputs, calculations, and supporting documentation.
Perform protective device coordination studies; review device settings and time-current characteristics; and evaluate coordination among relays, circuit breakers, fuses, and other protective devices.
Identify protection coordination concerns and develop recommendations, coordinating with Protection & Control engineers and other disciplines.
Perform arc-flash hazard analyses, calculate incident energy and arc-flash boundaries, and review system configurations and protective device clearing times.
Identify opportunities to reduce incident energy when appropriate and prepare technical information for arc-flash labeling and documentation.
Prepare engineering study reports documenting methodology, assumptions, system conditions, findings, and recommendations.
Develop supporting calculations, tables, plots, diagrams, and technical exhibits; review deliverables and address technical comments.
Maintain project records and supporting engineering documentation.
Work with Project Managers to understand project scope, schedules, deliverables, and technical requirements.
Coordinate with Engineering, Field Services, Commissioning, Protection & Control, and other technical teams.
Request and evaluate information needed for models and studies, and communicate data gaps, assumptions, technical concerns, and findings to stakeholders.
Participate in project meetings and technical discussions, and support field personnel and engineering teams in interpreting study results.
Perform work in accordance with applicable codes, standards, project requirements, and ECNS quality expectations.
Participate in technical reviews and quality-control activities, and maintain consistency among models, calculations, drawings, reports, and project documentation.
Identify opportunities to improve study methodologies, modeling practices, templates, and internal engineering workflows.
Stay current with relevant power system analysis tools, industry standards, and engineering practices.