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Senior Engineer - Power System Studies

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101K-168K Annually
Senior level
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101K-168K Annually
Senior level
The Senior Engineer will conduct power system studies including optimization, dynamic simulations, and Grid interconnection studies while mentoring staff and ensuring compliance with standards.
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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) invites candidates for Senior Project Engineer - Studies position. A successful candidate must have a PhD/master’s degree or equivalent experience and exposure into power systems. You should have experience with studies tools like PSSE, DigSILENT, MATLAB, PSCAD or RTDS and, have expertise knowledge in design verification studies like power system optimization, power system dynamic stability studies, and Grid interconnection studies for renewable power plants. Candidates must be comfortable to travel and confident to work on global projects. If you are excited and highly motivated to take this opportunity, then please apply directly! 

As a Senior Power System Studies Engineer, a typical day might include the following: 

  • Conducting linear and nonlinear optimization techniques for solving power flow problems.
  • Conducting steady state and dynamic simulations to analyze the stability. 
  • Assessing the feasibility and impact of connecting new generation sources (e.g., renewable energy) to the existing grid. 
  • Designing HIL setups to test and validate control systems and protection schemes in a simulated environment. 
  • Analyzing test results to identify and resolve potential issues before deployment in the field. 
  • Staying updated with the latest advancements in power system technologies and methodologies. 
  • Ensuring compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and best practices. 
  • Mentor and develop professional staff.
  • Model, teach, and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles. 
  • Understand. Create. Simplify. 
  • Other duties as assigned

This job might be for you if: 

  • Can demonstrated a deep understanding of electric power system optimization and control
  • Can demonstrated knowledge of electric power system steady state and dynamics , Hardware In The Loop (HIL)
  • Are willing to travel both domestically and internationally a minimum of 25% based on focus area. 

Location

Preferably Pullman, WA or Houston, TX

We are open to any SEL location within the United States, provided there is space available

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

  • We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401K options.

  • We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

  • We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.

  • We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.  

  • Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range Data

We anticipate filling this position as a Senior Engineer $100,900.00 - $168,100.00. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our pay ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

Communication with Applicants 

We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

Top Skills

Digsilent
Matlab
Pscad
Psse
Rtds

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