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TRC Companies, Inc. · 10 hours ago

Power Systems Studies Engineer II (Transmission Systems)

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$80K/yr - $90K/yr

2+ years exp

TRC Companies, Inc. is a pioneering firm that combines science with technology to provide innovative engineering solutions. The Power Systems Studies Engineer II role involves performing power system analysis and study work, utilizing various software tools, and contributing to client development while maintaining project documentation.

ConstructionConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringProfessional Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Perform power system studies and demonstrate a good working knowledge of power system planning, design, and operation, including but not limited to: Utility Networked Transmission Systems or Utility Network and Radial Distribution Systems and Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional Facilities

Ability to operate power system software tools required for performing power system engineering studies, such as: Load Flow Analysis, Overcurrent and Protective Device Coordination, Steady State Thermal and Voltage Analysis, Dynamic Stability Analysis, Short-Circuit Studies, Electrical Equipment Evaluation, Arc-Flash Hazard Analysis, Motor Starting Study, Harmonic Analysis, Transient Analysis, Post-Transient Analysis (PV/QV)

Proficiency with on of these softwares PSCAD, PSS/E, PSLF, SKM, ETAP, and ASPEN software

Develop the power system model database within the scope of work using modeling software

Prepare written reports that explain the purpose, methodology, data requirements, recommendations, and observations of power system studies

Ability to analyze results and develop alternatives to identified problems

Perform calculations, analysis, and evaluations as per project requirements

Participate actively in client development and maintenance

Keep supervision informed of the status of all projects relative to pre-established expectations

Job folders are kept up-to-date and contain all pertinent correspondence, equipment drawings, design drawings, on-site collected data, data sheets, etc

Project documents and system models, and other pertinent project data must be properly backed up to the network and other external storage media as prescribed by current Group guidelines

Stay informed of Department and Company news by attending meetings (in person or via conference call) for the Power System Studies Group and Company

Willingness to mentor other engineers

Ability to deal with ambiguity

Ability to work independently and with others while maintaining a high level of initiative and self-motivation

Communicate with the appropriate Company employees any information concerning a client that is deemed informative or helpful in further developing the relationship between the Company and the client

Qualification

Power system analysisTransmission planningPower system softwareLoad flow analysisDynamic stability analysisShort-circuit studiesElectrical equipment evaluationArc-flash hazard analysisPSCADPSS/ESKMETAPASPENField data collectionProblem analysisMentoringCommunicationSelf-motivation

Required

Possess a four-year Bachelor of Science or Technology degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent amount of experience in electrical engineering

2 - 4 years of proven work experience in power system operations or transmission planning with emphasis on analysis and studies

Transmission Planning Studies including TRV, TOV, Load Flow, Feasibility, Reliability and Operational, Generator Interconnection and Support, NERC TPL and MOD Compliance, and ISO/RTO System Addition Compliance

Proficiency with at least one PSCAD, PSS/E, PSLF, SKM, ETAP, and ASPEN is a must

Must demonstrate technical capabilities to effectively perform the job duties and responsibilities

The ability to perform field data collection activities, as needed, is required

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.

401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.

Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).

All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.

TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

Company

TRC Companies, Inc.

Glassdoor3.6

TRC stands for adaptability.

Founded in 1961

Lowell, Massachusetts, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.trccompanies.com/

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