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EPRI · 2 months ago

Research Leaders – Transmission & Distribution Infrastructure

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$120K/yr - $165K/yr

EPRI is seeking engineers, scientists, subject matter experts, and other technical leaders to join the Transmission and Distribution research team. The role focuses on new technologies and innovative solutions that help shape the future of the power grid worldwide, working with utilities and grid professionals to identify research needs and execute projects.

Electrical DistributionElectronicsNon Profit

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Join the Transmission and Distribution research team (T&D)

Focus on new technologies, innovative solutions, and technical investigations for the power grid

Work on high-voltage transmission, substations, medium-voltage distribution, and data analytics of power grid assets

Understand how new technologies can be deployed on the grid to create value

Conduct laboratory testing, data analytics, and field testing

Collaborate with more than 100 utilities and grid professionals worldwide to identify research needs and implement results

Qualification

Power system inspectionData scienceApplied analyticsHigh voltage experienceLine designStandards engineeringDistribution automationComplex project executionResearch concept developmentCustomer-focused mindsetTechnical documentationCommunication skills

Required

A degree in engineering or another related scientific field

Experience working in utility environments

Experience executing multiple complex projects simultaneously

A customer-focused mindset

Experience working around high voltage and in laboratories

Ability to develop research concepts to solve real-world problems

Experience in data science and analytical techniques

Ability to document and communicate technical topics, including technical reports and presentations

Preferred

Advanced degrees preferred

Expertise in one or more of the following topics: Line design, standards engineering, power electronics, cable systems, transformers, protection & control, arresters, insulators, distribution automation, conductor systems, structural design, vegetation management, wildfire management, resilience, wildlife interactions, HVDC, grid components, data science, applied analytics, or power system inspection

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

STD/LTD and paid family leave

Life and accident insurance

Paid time off (flexible vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay)

Company

EPRI

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Electric Power Research Institute, or EPRI, conducts research on issues related to the electric power industry.

Founded in 1972

Palo Alto, California, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.epri.com

H1B Sponsorship

EPRI has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)

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Trends of Total Sponsorships

2025 (24)

2024 (18)

2023 (19)

2022 (32)

2021 (21)

2020 (19)

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Total Funding

$27.43M

Key Investors

Natural Resources CanadaU.S. Department of Energy Office of ElectricityUS Department of Energy

2025-01-23Grant· $0.45M

2024-12-03Grant· $2.88M

2024-09-12Grant· $8M

Leadership Team

Michael Howard

CEO Emeritus

Haresh Kamath

Director, Cross-Cutting Technologies and Solutions

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