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About the Role

We are designing the grid of the future! EPE is looking to recruit a Principal or Senior Principal Engineer with a background in Generation and Load Interconnection, and Transmission Planning for the Western Interconnection region (WECC). 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.

Responsibilities

Perform and lead complex interconnection studies including load flow, short circuit and transient stability across multiple ISOs and Utilities in the Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC) footprint.
Review ISO and/or Utility interconnection study results, replicate findings and identify errors or alternative mitigations that could impact assigned network upgrades.
Support generation, large load and merchant transmission developers navigate interconnection processes across the Western Interconnected System (WECC).
Serve as a subject matter expert on interconnection related studies and stay up to date with industry trends and regulatory changes.
Support business development activities within ERCOT and/or the West.
Passionate about solving difficult technical problems, providing innovative solutions and taking ownership of the solutions provided.
Develop net new and enhance existing relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, industry organizations, and regulatory agencies.
Support the development of new products and services.

Requirements

Minimum 6 years of experience in the electric energy industry.
Experience in IBR modelling, transmission planning and/or interconnection studies.
Strong understanding of FERC, NERC and ISO interconnection requirements and standards.
Experience in managing and mentoring technical teams.
Active participation in industry taskforces and/or working groups.
Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity and innovation.

Skills

PSLF
PowerWorld
PSSE
PSCAD
TARA
ASPEN
AI
automation tools

Location

Western Interconnection region (WECC)
ERCOT
Remote

Work Type

Remote
Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)

Experience Level

Principal
Senior Principal
Minimum 6 years of experience

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)

About the Company

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.
Together we can transform the future of energy.

Equal Opportunity

EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer.