Transmission Planning/Studies Engineer

Company: POWER Engineers
Location: Portland
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Power Engineers, Inc. is seeking mid- to senior-level Transmission Planning/Studies Engineers. This position is posted in multiple POWER office locations but may have the opportunity to work remotely from any location in the U.S. based on technical depth and communication skills (please note in the application questions where you prefer to be located).-- This individual will be responsible for interfacing with other engineers in the preparation of computer-based models and performing power system studies on utility transmission/distribution systems and industrial/commercial electrical power systems, including: protective relay settings, stability (transient & dynamic), long/short range planning studies, short circuit, load flow, motor starting, power factor correction, and other related studies. The level of this engineer requires an individual who has experience participating in the proposal writing process as well as enjoys customer contact to assist in developing new opportunities for POWER. This person must be able to self-manage, with a strong conceptualization ability and--strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills ---including the capability to explain complex technical issues to decision-makers and project teams. Required Education/Experience

• Requires a BSEE
• Five (5)--+ years of experience in electrical engineering system studies
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills including proposal writing, report writing, and other technical writing
• Experience with PSSE, PSLF, or other equivalent software packages
• Willing to travel (10% or more at times)
• Ability to work successfully in a customer-focused, project-oriented environment Desired Education/Experience
  • PE registration (or equivalent)
  • MSEE At POWER Engineers, Inc. you can have a rewarding career on every level. In addition to challenging and meaningful work, you'll have the chance to make a positive impact on the environment, participate in a range of diverse and unique initiatives, and find the support, coaching, and training it takes to advance your career. We encourage new ideas and fresh approaches and most importantly, we strive to be our clients' first choice. These traits - and deep technical skill - account for our success. Have fun, do good work, make money. As an employee-owned company, we strive to make POWER Engineers an appealing place to work, where we perform projects that we find challenging and in which we excel. We provide competitive compensation, a full benefit package, professional development, and an appealing work environment. POWER Engineers is a unique and fun engineering firm, which may be contradictory to some, but it works well for us.

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