Power Systems Engineer II

Location: Austin, TX, US

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Overview

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. 

Responsibilities

How you can make an impact:

• 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

Bring your passion, here what’s needed:

• Bachelors degree in Electric Engineering required; emphasis in power systems preferred
• 2-4+ years of experience as a power systems engineer
• Experience performing power system impact studies such as Dynamic Stability, Load Flow, Steady State, Short Circuit 
• Experience with power systems software such as PSS/E, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA.
• Experience automating/programing in Python

• 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
• MyShare (Employee Ownership Program)
• Work with industry leaders
• 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)
• Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities base on position.

 

 

Location: This position is 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

 

 

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