EnerNex · 4 months ago
Power Systems Engineer
Knoxville, TN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expEnerNex is an electric power engineering and consulting firm specializing in the development and application of new electric power technologies. They are seeking a Power Systems Engineer to conduct engineering studies on utility power systems and perform complex modeling and technical analysis to optimize interconnection, transmission, and distribution projects.
ConsultingEnergyPower GridSecurity
Hiring Manager
Kirk Graves
Responsibilities
Performs complex modeling and technical analysis of power systems to assess, validate and optimize interconnection, transmission, and distribution projects, from early feasibility through advancement with jurisdictional processes of related planned authorities, through to detailed specification, support of commissioning, or post construction problem resolution, involving conventional AC and high voltage DC transmission, and interconnection of generation involving conventional and inverter-based resources - solar, wind, offshore wind, and energy storage
Develops preliminary engineering deliverables in support of application and jurisdictional study processes that establish basic specifications, conceptual plans, and supporting models, and responds to technical inquiries from jurisdictional planning authorities to defend related projects, and to comply with requests that seek to refine modeling
Performs full range of power system studies on associated with conceptual planning, design specification and problem resolution, involving steady-state analysis, such as power flow and short circuit analysis, and analysis of transient phenomenon involving harmonics, switching, and insulation coordination
Performs simple protective device coordination and arc flash studies
Performs surveys, and subsequent data analysis to inform on power quality issues
Utilizes wide range of software tools to assist in power system studies and data analysis tasks
Publish and present study results at meetings and conferences
Perform routine work that conforms to all project/task requirements and that requires a basic understanding and application of engineering theories, standards, concepts, techniques, as well as, knowledge of engineering/industry codes and government regulations
Qualification
Required
Electrical Engineering degree from an accredited ABET university with emphasis on power systems
Six months of experience conducting simulations and analytical studies of electric power systems including harmonic, transient, stability, and load flow analysis
Strong foundational knowledge of electrical engineering including, but not limited to: Principles of energy conversion, transmission, and distribution; Power Systems modeling and analysis: steady state and dynamics; short circuit analysis; voltage regulation; Power systems stability and control theory
Excellent communication skills – report writing and spoken in English
Demonstrated knowledge in at least one high-level programming language (Matlab, VBA, Python, etc.) with application to data analysis techniques
Highly analytical mindset, with the ability to conduct thorough analysis with quality, integrity, objectivity, and attention to detail
Willing to gain the specialized functional skills and industry knowledge to be successful in role
Work under direct supervision of the Senior Consultants, Principal Consultants, and Directors of the Power Systems Engineering team
Minimum of 12 hours in Power Systems Engineering Coursework
Minimum of a Bachelors degree in electrical engineering with emphasis on power systems
Preferred
Six Months of experience conducting simulations and analytical studies of electric power systems to assess steady-state and dynamic performance
Demonstrated proficiency in at least two power systems simulation tools such as PSS/e, PSLF, TARA, Digsilent, Aspen, Cyme, OpenDSS, EMTP, PSCAD, etc
Benefits
Annual performance bonus
Attractive benefits package
Company
EnerNex
EnerNex is an electric power engineering and consulting firm that specializes in the development of new electric power technology.
11-50 employees
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