
Power Systems Engineer III
Required skills
- EMT modelling
- power system studies
- Energy Resources
- subject matter expertise
- subsynchronous resonance
- control interaction
- ferroresonance
- insulation coordination
- harmonic
- energization
Nice to have
- control system tuning
- HVDC system
- AI
- automation tools
Role summary
Electric Power Engineers (EPE) is seeking an Engineer with a background in EMT modeling and power system studies to join their Energy Resources team. This role involves performing various power system studies, developing local system EMT models, and conducting steady-state analyses. The engineer will utilize power system modeling software and adhere to industry standards. Responsibilities include client engagement, providing advisory support to developers, and ensuring project quality and budget objectives are met. The position requires a Bachelor's or higher degree in Electrical Engineering with a power system emphasis and 2+ years of experience in power system modeling and studies. Experience with control system tuning, HVDC systems, and AI/automation tools are considered a plus. The role emphasizes coaching and developing staff.
Overview
We are designing the grid of the future!
EPE is in search of an Engineer with a background in EMT modelling and power system studies to join our growing Energy Resources team. In this role you will work closely with senior leadership to support our growth strategy and provide subject matter expertise both internally through coaching and developing staff as well as externally to our clients.
Responsibilities
How you can make an impact:
- Electro-magnetic Transient (EMT) Studies: Perform power system studies such as subsynchronous resonance, control interaction, ferroresonance, temporary overvoltage (TOV), switching overvoltage (SOV), insulation coordination, harmonic, transient recovery voltage (TRV), energization, lightning etc.• Model Development: Develop local system EMT models. perform disturbance ride through model tuning and perform PSCAD/PSSE model benchmarking. • Steady State Studies: Perform steady state studies such as load flow and short circuit.• Technology: Proficiency in power system modelling software such as the following or equivalents: PSCAD, EMTP, PSSE, Digsilent Powerfactory, PSSE, ETAP, CYMCAP• Compliance: Strong understanding of relevant industry standards such as IEEE/IEC/CICRE.• Client Engagement: Provide advisory support to generation, large load and merchant transmission developers. Take responsibility for the timely completion of projects assigned while meeting all project quality and budget objectives.
Qualifications
Bring your passion, here's what’s needed:
- 2+ years of experience in power system modelling and power system studies
- Bachelor’s or higher degree in Electrical Engineering with power system emphasis.
- Experience with control system tuning is a plus
- Experience with HVDC system is a plus
Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity and innovation
Lead the change!
Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through advanced energy intelligence. For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe, providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid. Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy.
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
- 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.
Location: This position will be remote US
Travel: Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)
EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster
Third-Party Recruiting Notification
EPE does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to EPE via our career page or to any of our managers or employees will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency. EPE will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency without a previously signed third-party agreement and has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Talent Acquisition team.
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