Power Systems Engineer II

About the role

We are designing the Grid of the future. Develop and conduct computer modeling and analysis for transmission planning studies which include steady state analysis, short circuit analysis, and dynamic stability analysis. Studies may include near-term and long-term transmission planning, generator interconnection studies, reliability-driven transmission project alternatives development, and NERC standards compliance analyses. Location: Remote US/Canada; occasional travel may be needed (10% or less).

Responsibilities

• Perform power system impact studies: Steady State, Short Circuit, and Dynamic Stability
• Perform NERC-compliance-related technical analyses such as TPL-001-4 Annual Planning Assessments
• Perform full generator interconnection studies which may also include Sub-Synchronous Resonance (SSR) studies
• Ensure that renewable and/or storage resource projects interconnecting to the transmission system meet Voltage Ride-Through (VRT) requirements
• Participate in ERCOT working group meetings and case building efforts on behalf of specific clients as assigned
• Prepare technical study reports for all studies performed
• Process, generate, and maintain data as required for all studies
• Take responsibility for the timely completion of projects assigned while meeting all project quality and budget objectives
• Identify training needs and present to the Engineering Manager as needed
• Perform other duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• Staff I: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis in power systems
• Staff II: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis in power systems; 2‑3 years of experience as a power systems engineer

Skills

• Experience performing power system impact studies such as Steady State, Short Circuit, and Dynamic Stability
• Experience with power systems software such as PSS/E, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA
• Experience automating/programming in Python
• Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity and innovation

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Continuous Education Benefits
• Work with industry leaders
• 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)
• Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities based on position