Power Systems Engineer at EnerNex — Remote, USA | Base Career

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Basic Function: Conducting engineering studies on utility power systems.

Education

Electrical Engineering degree from an accredited ABET university with emphasis on power systems.

Required Skills

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
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.

Additional Skills Preferred

include, but are not limited to:

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

Compensation package includes competitive salary (commensurate with experience), annual performance bonus, and an attractive benefits package.

EnerNex is an electric power engineering and consulting firm specializing in the development and application of new electric power technologies.

EnerNex provides engineering services, consulting, and software development and customization for energy producers, distributors, users, and research organizations.

Our focus is to help our customers understand and solve electric power related issues, as well as, develop technology and expertise that will ultimately improve the operation and reliability of electric power systems.

We will consider offsite/remote workers as well (United States only)

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