Job Description
Salary Range: $140,000- $170,000
The Power Systems Engineer works under the limited supervision of the Senior Director of SCADA. Power Systems Engineers play a crucial role in the electrical engineering industry, focusing on generating, transmitting, distributing, and utilizing electric power. These professionals ensure that power systems are efficient and meet the required safety standards and regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering, expertise in power system modeling, and experience with industry-standard software tools.
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Required Skills & Experience
Master’s in electrical engineering (emphasis in power engineering preferred)
10+ year of experience:
o Experience defining power flow and loss calculations across transformers and transmission lines shared between multiple resources
o Knowledge and experience with the integration of inverter-based resources (IBR) such as solar, wind, and ESS to the transmission and distribution system
o Familiarity with microgrids and their integration/coordination with substation relays, protection schemes, and critical load management
o Knowledge and experience with developing load flow and interconnection studies of power systems with ETAP or equivalent software
o Familiarity with grid codes, interconnection standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., NERC, IEEE, FERC)
o Experience working with utilities, ISOs, and renewable energy developers
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Strong experience distributing resources (renewable, PV/BESS, solar, wind, battery) with high voltage
- Knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for automation and data analysis
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.