Power Systems Engineer (USA)

Role

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Systems.
• At least 5 years of industry experience in roles at a utility, system operator, engineering consultancy or similar.
• High interconnection fluency (cluster processes, study phases, upgrades/costs, queue dynamics)
• Good understanding of technical standards and regulations related to electricity grid planning, development, operation, and interconnection.
• Hands-on experience with commercial power system analysis tools for steady-state and dynamic studies and plant model building (e.g., PSSE, TARA, PowerWorld).
• Proven ability to manage and maintain detailed electricity network models.
• Working knowledge in Python, particularly for automating grid studies, performing data analysis, and generating reports.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and manage time effectively.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills with a strong customer-focused mindset.

Bonus

• Experience with open source power system simulation software (e.g. PowSyBl, pandapower, PyPSA).
• Experience with advanced analysis techniques, such as stability, EMT, or real-time simulations
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), modern software development tools and frameworks, containerization (e.g., Docker), and cloud computing platforms.
• Working knowledge of the CIM (Common Information Model) standard for power systems.