Senior Power System Study Engineer

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Under general supervision, this position performs a substantive role in power system analysis and study work. You must be competent to operate various power system software tools required for performing power system studies. You must also be capable of manipulating power system databases and establishing base cases for load flow and dynamic stability modeling. Must also possess an understanding of power system calculation methodologies, terminologies, and techniques.

Perform power system studies and demonstrate a good working knowledge of power system planning, design and operation including but not limited to:
1. Utility Networked Transmission Systems or
2. Utility Network and Radial Distribution Systems
3. And Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional Facilities
- Ability to operate power system software tools required for performing power system engineering studies such as:
1. Load Flow Analysis, Overcurrent and Protective Device Coordination
2. Steady State Thermal and Voltage Analysis
3. Dynamic Stability Analysis
4. Short-Circuit Studies
5. Electrical Equipment Evaluation
6. Arc-Flash Hazard Analysis
7. Motor Starting Study
8. Harmonic Analysis
9. Transient Analysis
10. Post-Transient Analysis (PV/QV)
- Proficiency with PSCAD, PSS/E, PSLF, and ASPEN software
- Develop the power system model database within the scope of work using modeling software.
- Prepare written reports which explain the purpose, methodology, data requirements, recommendations and observations of power system studies
- Ability to analyze results and develop alternatives to identified problems.
- Perform calculations, analysis, and evaluations as per project requirements.
- Participate actively in client development and maintenance.
- Keep supervision informed of status of all projects relative to pre-established expectations.
- Job folders kept be up-to-date and contain all pertinent correspondence, equipment drawings, design drawings, on-site collected data, data sheets, etc.
- 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.
- Stay informed of Department and Company news by attending meetings (in person or via conference call) for the Power System Studies Group and Company.
- Willingness to Mentor other engineers
- Ability to deal with ambiguity
- Ability to work independently and with others while maintaining a high level of initiative and self-motivation.
- 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.

• Possess a four-year Bachelor of Science or Technology degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent amount of experience in the electrical engineering.
• 5+ years of proven work experience in power system operations or planning with emphasis on analysis and studies.
• Distribution Planning Studies including Load Flow, Short Circuit, Stability, Distributed Generation, Hosting Capacity, Protection and Coordination, System Impact, Feasibility, Reliability and Operational
• CYME, Synergi, Milsoft WindMil, and ASPEN is a must.
• Professional Engineers License is preferred, or ability to obtain with 2 years of employment.
• Must demonstrate technical capabilities to effectively perform the job duties and responsibilities.
• The ability and willingness to travel approximately 10-20% of time is required.
• The ability to perform field data collection activities, as needed, is required.

Requirements:

• Bachelors of Science or Technology in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program or equivalent degree program (The equivalent field would leave it open to those with a bachelors in power systems technology for example who also have the applicable experience)
• Professional Engineers License or the ability to obtain PE licensing within two years of employment.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on engineering experience in power systems operations or planning with an emphasis on analysis and systems studies
• Minimum 5 years of Transmission Planning Studies experience including TRV, TOV, Load Flow, Feasibility, Reliability and Operational, Generator Interconnection and Support, NERC TPL and MOD Compliance, and ISO/RTO System Addition Compliance
• Proficient in PSCAD, PSS/E, PSLF, TARA, and ASPEN software
• Ability to perform field data collection activities as needed
• Travel requirements for this role will be approximately 10-20%

TRC is an equal opportunity employer: disability/veteran. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Benefits*: TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year.
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• 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.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees. TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International employees.

Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company's annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.

TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The complete job description and application are available on TRC's career site.

TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.