Power Systems Engineer Principal

3 weeks ago


Abilene, Texas, United States Preston Hunter Inc Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Power Systems Engineer Principal to join our team at Preston-Hunter, Inc. This is a 2-year contract position with possible extensions, and we prefer a Texas resident who can work remotely but occasionally visit our Taylor, Texas office.

Job Purpose

The successful candidate will provide engineering analysis and technical support to ensure the reliable interconnection of new generators to the ERCOT system in compliance with NERC Standards, ERCOT Protocols, Planning Guide, and Market Guides.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform electrical engineering analysis and technical support for the interconnection of new generation resources and future planning of the electric power system.
  • Implement appropriate system modeling, develop tools and procedures to perform system studies, analyze simulated or actual operating results, develop solutions to current or future system issues, and report findings and recommendations.
  • Analyze transmission network data, including Transmission and Generation element parameters.
  • Perform powerflow studies as required to analyze the feasibility of proposed generation interconnections.
  • Review and develop methods to increase model accuracy, including data comparisons and validity checks.
  • Develop, enhance, and maintain reports associated with Protocol and Guide compliance criteria.
  • Communicate requirements and results to all internal and external stakeholders in the interconnection process.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • Less than one year of experience in the electric utility industry, with a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge.
  • Nice to have experience: running power system load flow studies in PSSE, transfer analysis systems studies, Python, VBA, or another programming language, creating queries in Access, Oracle, or SQL, using TARA.
What We Offer

Preston-Hunter, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We offer a competitive salary range of $32+/hr, DOE, and a dynamic work environment.



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