Lead Power Systems Consultant

About the role

We are looking for a Lead Power Systems Consultant to join Grid Software’s Power Technologies International (PTI) team. PTI is our trusted advisor that takes a holistic approach, providing business advisory, technical consulting, and simulation software solutions. This role is critical to the planning and integration of renewables, storage, and FACTS to the electrical grid.

Responsibilities

• Performing/leading consulting engagements related to power grid analysis and design, system dynamics and transients, system interconnection, and grid code compliance.

• Managing/supporting project execution, tracking project progress, and making necessary adjustments to maintain scope, schedule, budget, and quality.

• Producing reports and presentations with study results in collaboration with team members.

• Maintaining relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction, analyzing clients’ business requirements and identifying opportunities for further business.

• Supporting proposal preparation by developing project plans, budgets, and timelines.

• Providing mentoring and technical development to junior consultants.

• Developing automation scripts to streamline repetitive tasks, reduce errors, and boost overall efficiency.

• Delivering on-site consulting and training services.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree in Electrical Engineering.

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience performing power systems analysis for electric utilities, ISOs, RTOs, developers, or national labs; 5+ years preferred.

• Experience leading, mentoring, or developing others professionally.

• Experience analyzing power flow and dynamic stability using PSS®E required; additional experience with TSAT™, TARA, PSLF™, or PowerWorld preferred.

• Good knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards with understanding of RTO and other regional planning criteria, procedures, and practices.

• Strong communication, presentation, and listening skills with demonstrated ability to write effective technical reports.

• Ability to travel 10% domestically and internationally.

Preferred qualifications

• Prior relevant consulting experience.

• Experience working in the ISO-NE, PJM, and/or SPP regions.

• Experience in distribution planning.

• Industry experience performing power system transient analysis using PSCAD™ or EMTP-RV.

Benefits

Remote position based in the contiguous U.S.

Pay

$102,459 - $210,773

Schedule

10 - 15%