Power System Engineer
US$50 – US$60 / hr base salary
Posted 9 Sep 2026
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- Expected experience
- 2+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Contract
- Contract
- Visa sponsorship
- Not offered
Compensation
| Base salary | US$50 – US$60 / hr |
|---|
Role speciality
Electrical EngineeringElectric Utility InterconnectionPower Systems Engineering
Useful technologies
AccessOraclePSSEPythonSQLTARAVBA
Required qualifications
Field of studyElectrical Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
JOB-2489
Hybrid
Duration: 12 months
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 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 interconnection applications to ensure compliance with company Planning Guides, Protocols, and technical requirements prior to approval
- Identifies process improvements for interconnection study workflows, data management, and stakeholder communication.
- Communicates requirements and results to all internal and external stakeholders in the interconnection process.
- Tracks project milestones from study request through commercial operation, maintaining alignment with interconnection queue procedures
Requirements
Education Requirements
- 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.
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Required Experience:**
- For entry level - Less than one year experience (in excess of degree requirements stated above) of progressively responsible experience in electric utility industry.
- For level 2 – 2 years of progressively responsible experience in electric utility industry.
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Preferred 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
Benefits