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Principal Engineer- Power Systems

Location
California, United States; Nevada
Experience level
Mid-Senior level
Type
on-site
Discipline
electrical
Benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
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Job description

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus as a Principal Engineer - Power Systems supporting our Resource Integration Advisory group with a primary focus on performing interconnection feasibility studies for new generation, storage, demand, and transmission projects. Responsibilities Perform Interconnection feasibility studies for new generation, storage, demand and transmission projects Optimize the size and location of new generation, storage, demand and transmission projects Prepare interconnection applications for new generation, storage, demand and transmission projects including development of power flow, dynamic and short circuit study models Guide generation, storage, demand and transmission interconnection applications through the full interconnection study process Interface with the host transmission operator throughout the interconnection study process and review and scrutinize their interconnection study reports Perform general power system studies. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering 12+ years of Electrical Engineering experience in the power industry Experience with EMT Modeling using PSCAD for protection, control interaction, or IBR-focused studies Intimate knowledge of the PSSE and/or PSLF power systems analysis tools and their associated models and utilities Knowledge of transmission systems in Eastern Interconnection, ERCOT and/or WECC Extensive experience with power system studies Experience with resource interconnection studies in Eastern Interconnection, ERCOT and/or WECC #LI-JS1 Preferred Skills A Professional Engineering License is highly desirable MS or PhD Degree in Electrical Engineering with emphasis in Electrical Power Systems is strongly preferred Experience with performing Short-Circuit studies using ASPEN and/or CAPE (strongly preferred) Experience with generation delivery assessment using TARA Benefits & Compensation Qualus offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, which may include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage, Retirement Savings Plans (including employer matching where applicable), Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and Company Holidays. Benefits offerings may vary based on position, work location, and eligibility requirements. The compensation range for this position is provided in accordance with applicable laws and market practices. The final base salary offered may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, internal equity, performance, and business needs. Compensation ranges are subject to change at the Company's discretion and as permitted by applicable law. Company Overview Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, energy efficiency and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 2,000 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US. We are committed to a secure and transparent hiring process. We do not request payment or sensitive personal information, such as Social Security numbers or banking details, during the application process. Please use caution and verify opportunities through our official channels.

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