Power Systems Engineer, Texas

PR:$50.00/hr

JOB PURPOSE

Provides engineering analysis and technical support to ensure the reliable interconnection of new generators to the system in compliance with NERC Standards, Protocols, Planning Guide, and Market Guides.

JOB SUMMARY

Provides electrical engineering analysis and technical support for the interconnection of new generation resources and future planning of the electric power system. Implements appropriate system modeling, develops tools and procedures to perform system studies, analyzes simulated or actual operating results, develop solutions to current or future system issues, and appropriately reports findings and recommendations.

Analyzes transmission network data including Transmission and Generation element parameters.

Analyzes the results of simulated power system studies and may compare to actual operating data to ensure compliance with applicable standards.

Performs powerflow studies as required to analyze the feasibility of proposed generation interconnections.

Reviews and develops methods to increase model accuracy including data comparisons and validity checks.

Develops, enhances, and maintains reports associated with Protocol and Guide compliance criteria.

Communicates requirements and results to all internal and external stakeholders in the interconnection process.

Works closely with Client Services and System Planning.

Education

Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or a combination of education and experience that provides the applicant with knowledge equivalent to a major in such fields.

Required Experience:

For entry level (Bill Rate: ) - Less than one year experience (in excess of degree requirements stated above) of progressively responsible experience in electric utility industry.

For level 2 (Bill Rate: ) years of progressively responsible experience in electric utility industry.

Nice to Have Work Experience:

Some experience within the electric utility industry.

Experience running power system load flow studies in PSSE.

Experience running transfer analysis systems studies.

Ability to clearly communicate requirements and other technical information.

Ability to write technical reports of in-depth analysis completed.

Experience with Python, VBA, or another programming language.

Experience creating queries in Access, Oracle, or SQL.

Experience using TARA

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