Power Systems Engineer - Eng 3 / Senior
Posted 30+ days ago
Power Systems Engineer - Eng 3 / Senior
TNEI - North Carolina (Charlotte)
TNEI is seeking to recruit a bright and enthusiastic Power Systems Engineer III or Senior Engineer with experience working with US utilities and/or renewable energy project developers to solve complex power systems and interconnection problems. The role will involve feasibility studies, system impact studies and facility studies in support of the interconnection of generators to the grid, project engineering, and strategic and regulatory support to clients including utilities, developers and system operators. The Engineer III position is the advanced level of the Engineering classification hierarchy, and the employee must be able to develop advanced skills and work independently with limited supervision. An Engineer III effectively applies power systems concepts, procedures and software simulation tools to work that is progressively complex and varied. The Senior Engineer will manage power system work with minimal supervision. The employee is expected to develop advanced skills and work independently with guidance limited to unusual or complex projects or issues. The Senior Engineer is fully competent in the use of power system concepts, industry and company procedures, and power system simulation software. The Senior engineer identifies problems, develops solutions and takes actions to resolve them. Duties and responsibilities will include: • Perform studies and project engineering work, including high-level costing, for renewable energy projects including on/offshore wind, solar and storage. • Supporting renewable energy developers with the interconnections process; beginning from early site finding / grid feasibility stages, pre-application discussion with the network operators, grid connection applications and offer reviews, assisting with curtailment assessments, through to the management of the compliance process on behalf of the client; and supporting them through the post-connection process including commissioning and testing. • Coordination with Regional Transmission Organizations (RTOs), Independent System Operators (ISOs), State regulatory agencies, and utilities on behalf of developers, both pre-application and post-offer, attend project meetings and teleconferences as required to progress the client’s agenda. • Electrical power system analysis including power system modelling and performance assessment for design confirmation and protection studies, high level constraint analysis, and high-level network connection assessments. This includes utilizing tools such as DIgSILENT Power Factory, PSS/E, IPSA, ETAP, PSCAD, EMTP-ATP, SKM to perform feasibility, system impact and facility studies to assess a planned project’s impact on the grid. • Electrical designs that are required to certify the Wind Turbine Generator (WTG), support structure, offshore platform, and subsea power cables. This may include performing independent calculations / spot-checks of electrical design, e.g. ampacity, arc flash etc. • Analysis and protection coordination of existing and proposed power networks supplying renewable, offshore, industrial and utility projects. • Technical solutions to customers that may involve system or equipment design or upgrades, testing of equipment, solutions relating to increase safety, reliability, or efficiency. • Technical due diligence, management of connection studies (grid code compliance), delivering training sessions, power systems analysis, engineering tasks within the broader field of engineering, and acting as Owner’s Engineer or Technical Advisor. • Co-ordinate and actively take up business development with clients. Develop proposal submissions and cost estimates by interpreting specifications and customer inquiries and designing technical proposals and pricing for customers. • Attend relevant conferences and workshops to maintain visibility and identify business opportunities. • Follow-up with onsite witness of fabrication and transport & installation activities in the US as required. • Manage, co-ordinate and mentor small teams of Engineer I/II to assist in the delivery of projects to different clients. • Self-management of assigned projects and cost accountability to perform work within budgeted cost estimates. • Writing and reviewing of technical reports.
Required Qualifications:
• Relevant energy sector experience including network modelling and power system analysis, project engineering, protection etc. • Experience with the interconnection process in the USA. • Computer modelling/ programming skills (e.g., DIgSILENT Power Factory, PSS/E, IPSA, ETAP, PSCAD, EMTP-ATP, SKM). • Experience and proficiency with power system studies, undertaking FERC, NERC, and regulatory compliance studies for both generation and demand connections. • Proficient with National Electrical Safety Code and IEEE / ANSI Standards • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Experience with the Microsoft suite of office products e.g. MS Word, Excel, Teams etc • US Citizen or Permanent Resident • Well-rounded individual with the ability to deliver work individually, or as part of a team. • Ability to mentor and manage a team of junior engineers. • Ability to engage with Clients, forming long term and mutually beneficial relationships. • Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record. Basic requirements - Engineer III: • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited college or university. • Minimum of 4 years engineering experience • Engineering in Training Certification Basic requirements - Senior Engineer: • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited college or university. • Minimum of 6 years engineering experience • Registration as a Professional Engineer
Preferred Qualifications:
• A Master’s or PhD degree in electrical engineering / Power Systems (or equivalent). • Professional Engineer’s license and NCEES Record. • IEEE/IET Membership. • A network of existing contacts in the North American energy industry. • Project management, project engineering and/or consulting experience. • Capability with Python API of industry standard analysis tools such as DIgSILENT PowerFactory or PSCAD. • Experience of modelling converter controls in RMS and EMT software. • Experience in power system stability analysis including small signal stability in frequency domain. • Commercial awareness and pro-active in seeking out new business opportunities.