Principal Power Systems Engineer, Data Centers

Kintec Search, Inc. is seeking a Principal Power Systems Engineer specializing in Data Centers. The role focuses on transmission and distribution system planning and consulting, driving business growth and ensuring technical excellence in high-availability facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Role focuses on transmission and distribution (T&D) system planning, interconnection, operations, and equipment application. The engineer will identify, track, and support T&D infrastructure development from early-stage concept through implementation, representing company as a recognized industry leader in power systems consulting and studies
• Lead business growth and deliver sustained excellence in consulting and system studies for Electric Reliability Organizations (EROs), developers, and public and investor-owned utilities
• Drive Business Growth: Lead the expansion of consulting and system studies, specifically focusing on the data center market segment
• Strategic Planning: Identify market opportunities, shape service offerings, and contribute to long-term strategic initiatives
• Industry Representation: Serve as a recognized leader by actively participating in key forums such as NERC, IEEE, and CIGRE to maintain company visibility
• Primary SME: Act as the lead Subject Matter Expert for Data Center consulting, supporting both internal teams and external clients
• T&D Specialization: Focus on transmission and distribution (T&D) system planning, interconnection, operations, and equipment application
• Lifecycle Support: Track and support infrastructure development from the early-stage conceptual phase through full implementation
• Advanced Power System Studies: Conduct and oversee load flow, fault, dynamic, and protection studies tailored to high-availability facilities
• Grid Impact Assessment: Evaluate the specific impacts of large-scale data centers on the broader transmission system
• Modeling & Simulation: Utilize industry-standard software, specifically PSCAD and PSS®E , to analyze grid stability and large-scale electrical system behavior
• Client Relations: Act as the Business Development lead, fostering relationships with EROs, developers, and public and investor-owned utilities
• Technical Excellence: Ensure the delivery of high-quality technical solutions that advance companies reputation in the rapidly growing data center market

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with emphasis on electric power engineering, or equivalent technical discipline, and a minimum of 10 years of experience in power systems studies consulting field, electric utility system planning, or T&D manufacturer's application engineering, or equivalent education and experience in areas key to the position
• Advanced knowledge of EROs, developers, and public and investor-owned utility business planning flow as related to initial feasibility, planning, engineering, implementation, and operations stages
• Advanced knowledge of regulatory, compliance, and resource/capacity/strategy assessment
• General knowledge of asset and operations management, environmental policy, and system hardening
• Advanced organization, presentation, communication, and technical writing skills
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and on several projects simultaneously
• Advanced computer skills with emphasis on MS Office products
• Advanced knowledge of the following tools/software: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and related; PSCAD, PSS/E, and related
• Advanced knowledge of industry standards and guides (NESC, NERC, IEEE, IEC, and CIGRE)