Electric Power EngineersRemote
Principal Power System Engineer
United States
Full-time
1 week ago
H1B Sponsor Likely
Key skills
Transmission PlanningInterconnection StudiesFERC/NERC StandardsIBR ModellingPSLF SoftwarePowerWorld SoftwarePSSE SoftwarePSCAD SoftwareTARA SoftwareASPEN SoftwareIndustry ParticipationStakeholder EngagementAutomation PythonAutomation C#Automation SQLTeam ManagementMentoringProblem SolvingPythonC#CSQL
About this role
Electric Power Engineers (EPE) is seeking a Principal Power System Engineer to lead efforts in Generation and Load Interconnection, and Transmission Planning for the Western Interconnection region. The role involves conducting complex interconnection studies, supporting developers through the interconnection process, and serving as a subject matter expert while fostering relationships with stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Perform complex interconnection studies including load flow, short circuit and transient stability across multiple ISOs and Utilities in the Western Interconnected region (WECC)
- Review ISO and/or Utility interconnection study results, replicate findings and identify errors or alternative mitigations that could impact assigned network upgrades
- Support generation, large load and merchant transmission developers navigate interconnection processes across the Western Interconnected System
- Serve as a subject matter expert on interconnection related studies and stay up to date with industry trends and regulatory changes
- Passionate about solving difficult technical problems, providing innovative solutions and taking ownership of the solutions provided
- Develop net new and enhance existing relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, industry organizations, and regulatory agencies
- Support the development of new products and services
Requirements:
- Minimum 6 years of experience in the electric energy industry
- Experience in IBR modelling, transmission planning and/or interconnection studies
- Strong understanding of FERC, NERC and ISO interconnection requirements and standards
- In-depth knowledge of at least one but preferably several of the following software packages: PSLF, PowerWorld, PSSE, PSCAD, TARA and ASPEN
- Experience in managing and mentoring technical teams
- Active participation in industry taskforces and/or working groups
- Direct experience working at an ISO, Utility, Developers or on behalf of these entities as a consultant
- Direct experience with Utilities, TSPs, and Regulators in WECC would be considered a plus
- Experience with the interconnection of renewable and conventional generation studies and processes
- Experience with large load interconnection studies and processes
- Automation experience (Python, C#, SQL) would be considered a plus