Electric Power Engineers ยท 16 hours ago
Senior Engineer - Interconnection and Planning
US-TX-Austin
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expElectric Power Engineers (EPE) is focused on designing the grid of the future and is seeking a Senior Engineer with expertise in Gen/Load Interconnection or Transmission Planning. The role involves performing complex interconnection studies, supporting junior staff, and collaborating with team members on interconnection-related projects.
ConsultingElectronicsEnergyMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Perform complex load and generation interconnection studies including loadflow, short circuit and transient stability across multiple ISOs and Utilities in the Eastern Interconnect. Ideally focusing on PJM
Perform PSCAD and PSS/E model benchmarking for both generation and load projects in accordance with existing or emerging requirements to assist clients in demonstrating compliance
Support more junior members of staff leveraging your technical skills to assist them in troubleshooting complex technical issues
Review of interconnection studies, replicate findings and identify creative pathways to remove roadblocks, reduce cost assigned to projects and expedite timelines to interconnection
Support generation, large load and merchant transmission developers navigate interconnection processes across the Eastern Interconnect
Demonstrate extreme ownership by taking responsibility for outcomes, decisions, and overall project success
Collaborate with other team members on interconnection related studies and stay up to date with industry trends and regulatory changes
Support the development of new products and services
Carry out additional duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum 4 years of experience in the electric energy industry
Experience in at least a couple of the following areas: IBR modelling, Load modelling, gen/load interconnection studies, transmission planning studies, EMT studies
Strong understanding of FERC, NERC and ISO interconnection requirements and standards
In-depth knowledge of at least one but preferably several of the following software packages: PSSE, TARA, PSLF, PowerWorld, ASPEN and PSCAD
Preferred
Direct experience working at PJM, ISO New England, NYISO, a utility in their footprint or on behalf of these entities as a consultant
Experience performing interconnection or transmission planning studies outside Northeast
Experience with EMT (ideally PSCAD) modelling/studies
Automation experience (Python, C#, SQL)
Benefits
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you
Generous PTO and paid holidays
MyShare Employee Ownership Program
401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)
Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities base on position.
Company
Electric Power Engineers
Electric Power Engineers, Inc. (EPE) is a leading power engineering consulting firm.
501-1000 employees
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