Principal Power System Study Engineer

Overview

Perform power system analyses and studies using PSCAD, PSS/E, and related tools.

Key Responsibilities

• transmission planning
• load flow
• protective coordination
• transient analysis
• power modeling
• client development

Tasks

-modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria. -Stay informed of Department and Company news by attending meetings (in person or via conference call) for the Power System Studies Group and Company. -Keep supervision informed of status of all projects relative to pre-established expectations. -Participate actively in client development and maintenance. -Prepare written reports which explain the purpose, methodology, data requirements, recommendations and observations of power system studies. -Communicate with the appropriate Company employees any information concerning a client which is deemed informative or helpful in further developing the relationship between the Company and the client. -Perform Transmission Planning Studies including TRV, TOV, Load Flow, Feasibility, Reliability and Operational, Generator Interconnection and Support, NERC TPL and MOD Compliance, and ISO/RTO System Addition Compliance. -Load Flow Analysis, Overcurrent and Protective Device Coordination -Electro-Magnetic Transient System Analysis -Maintain job folders kept be up-to-date and contain all pertinent correspondence, equipment drawings, design drawings, on-site collected data, data sheets, etc. -Steady State Thermal and Voltage Analysis -Perform calculations, analysis, and evaluations as per project requirements. -Develop a power system model database within the scope of work using modeling software.

Requirements

• pscad
• pss/e
• aspen
• 15+ years
• bsee
• professional engineer

What You Bring

-Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, including identification of critical path items to ensure deliverable deadlines are met -Must demonstrate technical capabilities to effectively perform the job duties and responsibilities. -The ability and willingness to travel approximately 1-10% of time, as required. -Willingness and proven ability to lead, educate, and mentor other engineers. -Willingness to learn new service offerings as client needs and the market requires changes to the service offerings provided by our group -Harmonic Analysis -Experience working with ISOs (independent system operators) and/or RTOs (regional transmission organizations). -Working knowledge of Utility-scale renewable energy operations to include Wind, Solar, Energy Storage, and Battery Storage. -Strong computer skills and proficiency with software such as PSCAD, PSS/E, PSLF, EMTP/ATP, ASPEN, MUST, and TARA is a must. -Ability to analyze results and develop alternatives to identified problems. -Post-Transient Analysis (PV/QV) -Ability to focus on the big picture to effectively and efficiently provide services that meet client needs, while also having the ability to identify and analyze details that are critical to project outcomes -Transient Analysis (TOV/TRV) -Dynamic Stability Analysis -Demonstrated critical thinking skills. -Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment. -Ability to deal with ambiguity. -Knowledge of numerous power regions of the country and independent system operators to include PJM, MISO, NEISO, SPP, CAISO, WECC, SERC, ERCOT, and NYISO. -Ability to operate PSCAD and PSS/E power system software tools required for performing power system engineering studies such as: -Ability to work independently and with others while maintaining a high level of initiative and self-motivation. -Proficiency with PSCAD, PSS/E, PSLF, and ASPEN software is a must. -Previous experience working as a Transmission Planning Engineer, Transmission Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Power Systems Engineer, or Power Studies Engineer, Transmission Modeling Engineer, Systems Interconnection Engineer. -Knowledge of NERC and FERC standards. -Minimum of 15+ years of proven work experience in power system operations or planning with emphasis on analysis and studies (20+ preferred) -Possess a four-year Bachelor of Science or Technology degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent amount of experience in the electrical engineering. -Perform power system studies and demonstrate a good working knowledge of power system planning, design and operation including but not limited to: -Project documents and system models and other pertinent project data must be properly backed up to network and other external storage media as prescribed by current Group guidelines. -Motor Starting Study -Mindset for “Getting Things Done” (solution driven attitude, to include strong written and oral communication skills. -Professional Engineers License is required.

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Benefits

-Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance. -401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match. -TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence. -Utility Networked Transmission Systems or -Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year). -These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees. -All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.

About Trc Companies, Inc.

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