What are the responsibilities and job description for the Power Systems Engineer I position at Electric Power Engineers?
Overview
We are designing the grid of the future!
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 gid.
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.
Responsibilities
Join us in leading the change!
EPE is in search of a Senior 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.
How you can make an impact:
EMT Studies: Perform power system studies such as temporary overvoltage, switching overvoltage, insulation coordination, harmonic, flicker, transient recovery volage, energization, lightning etc.
Model Development: Develop dynamic generator/load models, perform disturbance ride through model tuning and perform PSCAD/PSSE model benchmarking.
Steady State Studies: Perform steady state studies such as load flow, short circuit and power quality.
Technology: Proficiency in power system modelling software such as PSCAD, PSSE, ETAP or equivalents. Familiarity with other specialized software such CDEGS, COMSOL and CYMCAP etc.
Compliance: Strong understanding of relevant industry standards such as IEEE/IEC/CIGRE.
Client Management: 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.
Technical Leadership: Lead, teach and mentor junior level Power Systems Engineers
Qualifications
Bring your passion, here's what’s needed:
- 5 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 an asset
- Experience with HVDC system is an asset
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.
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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