root/edge · 1 month ago
Director – Power System Studies & Modeling
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
10+ years exproot/edge is seeking a Manager/Director for Power Systems & Modeling to lead the intersection of power system studies and software innovation. This leadership role requires deep expertise in transmission planning and system modeling while collaborating with software engineers to create scalable solutions.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Lars Gloessner
Responsibilities
Lead Power Systems Studies: Oversee steady-state, short circuit, dynamic stability, and interconnection studies, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance
Collaborate with Software Teams: Partner with developers and product managers to translate engineering needs into digital tools, automation frameworks, and scalable software solutions
Modeling & Validation: Build, validate, and refine high-quality power system models using industry-standard tools (e.g., PSSE, PowerWorld, PSLF, PSCAD, EMTP)
Technical Leadership: Mentor engineers, review technical deliverables, and provide subject matter expertise across multiple ISO/RTO markets (PJM, MISO, ERCOT, SPP, TVA)
Innovation & Process Improvement: Explore and apply new methodologies (automation, AI/ML, digitization) to streamline study workflows and increase efficiency
Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a trusted advisor to utilities, developers, regulators, and technology partners, ensuring alignment between project outcomes and client needs
Standardization & Best Practices: Establish internal processes, training, and knowledge-sharing practices to ensure consistency and scalability of study work
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's or Ph.D. preferred)
10+ years of experience in power system studies, transmission planning, or interconnection (utility, ISO, developer, or consulting)
Proficiency with modeling tools such as PSSE, PowerWorld, PSLF, PSCAD, EMTP
Proven track record of technical leadership, guiding teams, mentoring engineers, and engaging with clients
Strong collaboration skills; ability to work effectively with software development teams and non-technical stakeholders
Excellent communication abilities, able to distill complex analyses into clear insights
Strategic mindset, with experience aligning technical work with organizational or client objectives
Willingness to travel up to 25% for client and project engagement
Preferred
Familiarity with automation, data workflows, or AI/ML applications in power system analysis
Exposure to product development cycles or experience collaborating with software/tech teams
Knowledge of inverter-based resource (IBR) modeling and advanced study techniques
Benefits
Strong compensation, benefits, and growth opportunities.
Company
root/edge
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2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase