PJM Interconnection · 8 hours ago
Sr. (Lead) Engineer/Analyst I (II)
Audubon, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
5+ years expPJM Interconnection is at the forefront of the nation's energy transformation, focusing on reliable and resilient electricity transmission. The role involves conducting power flow analysis, improving power flow calculations, and supporting the integration of renewable energy sources while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Energy
Responsibilities
Build, validate, and maintain accurate power flow models that reliably solve for a wide range of system conditions, including new generation and load patterns and outage scenarios
Use PSS/e, MUST, TARA, PAAC or equivalent software to ensure flows remain within acceptable reactive, thermal and stability limits
Lead efforts to improve and automate power flow calculations, using modern tools and scripting (Python, Oracle SQL, Excel)
Coordinate with neighboring balancing authorities to incorporate external data and ensure regional reliability
Drive biannual updates of PJM’s power system model and flowgate methodology, identifying and reviewing critical flowgates as the system evolves
Tackle new engineering challenges posed by the changing generation mix and grid resource patterns
Support the tools, processes and procedures associated with transmission service and interchange
Participate in innovative projects to support PJM’s mission and the industry’s transformation
Provide occasional on-call support with infrequent after-hours incidents
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards including FERC, NERC, and NAESB requirements
(Senior, Lead) Mentor and coach junior engineers in power flow concepts, modeling, and solution techniques
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Management Information Systems, Mathematics or equivalent work experience
(Senior) At least 5 years of experience in power flow studies and transmission system analysis
(Lead) At least 10 years' experience in power flow studies, transmission system analysis and demonstrated leadership roles
Transmission Service Specialist: experience in application and project support, programming skills, familiarity with electric utility concepts
Proficiency with power flow modeling software (PSS/e, PowerWorld, MUST, Probe, or similar). Experience with PowerGEM's TARA and PAAC is a plus; training will be provided
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Excellent teamwork abilities
Self-motivation, attention to detail, and a passion for learning and innovation
Aptitude for coaching and developing junior staff
Experience with the MMWG's IDC power flow model is preferred
Strong skills in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Python and Oracle SQL is a plus
Preferred
MS, Engineering
Experience with wholesale energy markets and their impact on the Eastern Interconnection, the physics of moving power across the bulk electric grid, and related FERC directives
Experience using PSS/e, TARA, PowerWorld, MUST, Probe, or similar power system analysis program
Experience with PJM operations, markets, and planning functions
Experience using PSS/e (power system analysis program)
Company
PJM Interconnection
PJM Interconnection is a regional transmission organization (RTO) that coordinates the movement of wholesale electricity.
501-1000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Frederick S. Bresler
Chief Operating Officer
Carl F. Coscia
Vice President and Chief Risk Officer
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