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TRC Companies, Inc. · 3 hours ago

Lead Power System Study Engineer

Liverpool, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

5+ years exp

TRC Companies, Inc. is a pioneer in providing innovative engineering solutions. The Lead Power System Study Engineer will perform advanced power system analysis and modeling, contributing to major utility, industrial, and renewable energy projects while mentoring junior engineers.

ConstructionConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringProfessional Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Demonstrate a good working knowledge of power system planning, design, and operation philosophies including but not limited to:

Utility Networked Transmission Systems, or

Utility Network and Radial Distribution Systems

And Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional Facilities

Perform power system studies, including:

Model performance tuning and benchmarking in PSSE, PSCAD, and PSLF

Steady-State Thermal and Fault Analyses such as Load Flow, Reactive Power, and Short-Circuit

Dynamic Stability Analyses in PSSE, PSLF, and PSCAD

Contingency Analysis in PSSE, PSLF, and TARA

Utility Interconnection Studies (Feasibility, System Impact, and Facility Studies)

Electrical Equipment Evaluation

Develop and maintain power system models using tools such as PSS/E, PSLF, TARA, PSCAD, PRSIM, ETAP, and ASPEN

Perform technical evaluations and propose solutions for power system performance issues

Prepare detailed technical reports clearly explaining methodologies, data, results, and recommendations

Lead and mentor junior engineers, promoting technical development within the team

Maintain project documentation, including reports, models, and data backups, following company standards

Stay informed of Department and Company news by attending meetings (in person or via conference call) for the Power System Studies Group (PSS) and Company

Actively participate in client development, communication, and relationship management

Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure project timelines and quality standards are met

Stay informed on industry trends, standards, and best practices, including NERC and FERC requirements

Actively participate in the ongoing modernization of study techniques, procedures, and design criteria

Willingness to learn new service offerings as client needs and market requirements change

Qualification

Power system analysisPSS/EPSLFPSCADElectrical Engineering degreeProfessional Engineer LicenseISO/RTO operationsNERC complianceAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsMentorship

Required

Possess a four-year Bachelor of Science or Technology degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent amount of experience in the electrical engineering

Minimum of 5 years of experience in power system planning, operations, or studies with a focus on technical analyses

Demonstrated proficiency with power system software tools: PSS/E, PSLF, TARA, PSCAD, PRSIM, ETAP, and ASPEN

Experience with ISO/RTO operations, including PJM, MISO, ISO-NE, SPP, CAISO, WECC, SERC, ERCOT, and NYISO

Strong understanding of utility-scale renewable energy operations (Wind, Solar, Energy Storage Systems, etc.)

Familiarity with NERC compliance and auditing requirements, and regional transmission planning standards

Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences

Preferred

Active Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred, but not required

Prior experience with Transmission Planning Studies, Generator Interconnection Support, and Reliability Compliance Studies

Exposure to system analysis topics, such as Steady State, Dynamic Stability, and EMT studies (TRV, TOV, SSR, Harmonics, etc.)

Prior experience with NERC compliance and auditing requirements, and regional transmission planning standards

Experience leading multiple concurrent projects and managing deadlines effectively

Benefits

Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.

Company

TRC Companies, Inc.

Glassdoor3.6

TRC stands for adaptability.

Founded in 1961

Lowell, Massachusetts, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.trccompanies.com/

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