Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through advanced energy intelligence. For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe, providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid. Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy.
Principal Engineer - Data Center Modelling
Location
United States + 1 moreAll locations: United States, Canada
Posted
3 days ago
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Job Description
Role Description
We are designing the grid of the future! EPE is looking to recruit a Principal Engineer with a background in EMT studies and model benchmarking, mainly focused on Large Load modelling to join our growing Energy Resources team. In this role you will work closely with senior leadership to support our growth strategy and provide subject matter expertise both internally through coaching and developing staff as well as externally to our clients.
How you can make an impact:
- Perform EMT studies as well as model benchmarking studies in accordance with IEEE, ISO and Utility guidelines.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on EMT/RMS model benchmarking as it relates to Large Load and generator interconnection studies.
- Lead and perform advanced large-load power system modeling and dynamic impact studies to assess system performance and interconnection requirements.
- Serve as subject matter expert on modelling issues and model tuning specifically for EMT models.
- Passionate about solving difficult technical problems, providing innovative solutions and taking ownership of the solutions provided.
- Identify optimal strategy for project interconnection to the grid based on system impacts and grid capacity.
- Collaborate with other teams within EPE to provide strategic guidance on market trends and modelling changes across multiple ISO’s in North America.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, industry organizations, and regulatory agencies.
- Stay up to date with emerging technologies, market innovations, and best practices in the energy industry to enhance the organization's offerings and capabilities.
- Carry out additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- 5 to 7 years of experience in the electric energy industry.
- Experience in Large Load modelling and EMT studies.
- Experience in generator modelling, EMT studies, transmission planning and interconnection studies is preferred.
- In-depth knowledge of at least one EMT software package such as PSCAD.
- Knowledge of modelling guidelines in ERCOT is required.
- Additional market experience is also preferred and a plus (PJM, SPP, MISO, NYISO, ISO-NE, and/or SERC).
- Experience in managing and mentoring technical teams.
- Active participation in industry taskforces and/or working groups.
- Experience with RMS tools and dynamic models (especially user-defined RMS models) would be considered a significant plus.
- Hands-on experience performing large-load modeling and analysis using industry-standard tools, including PSCAD and PSS®E, with the ability to develop, validate, and interpret detailed steady-state and dynamic simulation models.
- Experience with developing EMT models for Large Load projects.
- Experience with developing EMT models for IBRs or HVDC projects would be considered a plus.
- Automation experience (Python, C#, SQL) would be considered a plus.
- Knowledge of real-time simulation tools (RTDS, OPAL-RT) would be considered a plus.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you.
- Generous PTO and paid holidays.
- MyShare Employee Ownership Program.
- Work with industry leaders.
- 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1).
- Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities based on position.
Location
This position is open to remote US/Canada.
Travel
Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less).
Company Description
For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe, providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid. Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy.
Job Requirements
- 5 to 7 years of experience in the electric energy industry.
- Experience in Large Load modelling and EMT studies.
- Experience in generator modelling, EMT studies, transmission planning and interconnection studies is preferred.
- In-depth knowledge of at least one EMT software package such as PSCAD.
- Knowledge of modelling guidelines in ERCOT is required.
- Additional market experience is also preferred and a plus (PJM, SPP, MISO, NYISO, ISO-NE, and/or SERC).
- Experience in managing and mentoring technical teams.
- Active participation in industry taskforces and/or working groups.
- Experience with RMS tools and dynamic models (especially user-defined RMS models) would be considered a significant plus.
- Hands-on experience performing large-load modeling and analysis using industry-standard tools, including PSCAD and PSS®E, with the ability to develop, validate, and interpret detailed steady-state and dynamic simulation models.
- Experience with developing EMT models for Large Load projects.
- Experience with developing EMT models for IBRs or HVDC projects would be considered a plus.
- Automation experience (Python, C#, SQL) would be considered a plus.
- Knowledge of real-time simulation tools (RTDS, OPAL-RT) would be considered a plus.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you.
- Generous PTO and paid holidays.
- MyShare Employee Ownership Program.
- Work with industry leaders.
- 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1).
- Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities based on position.
- Location
- This position is open to remote US/Canada.
- Travel
- Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less).
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