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Leeward Renewable Energy · 2 months ago

Power System Engineer

Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) is a high-growth renewable energy company focused on creating a sustainable future. The Power System Engineer will provide Electrical Engineering support for the company’s portfolio of operating plants, focusing on enhancing safety and reliability while managing complex projects in a fast-paced environment.

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Responsibilities

Develop and maintain NERC deliverables for standards like MOD and FAC
Perform steady-state power flow and short-circuit analyses
Monitor compliance with NERC reliability standards and address potential violations
Validate power system models for transmission and generation assets
Prepare technical reports and evidence packages for NERC audits
Investigate system disturbances, perform root cause analyses, and develop mitigation plans
Coordinate with operations, planning, and regional entities for compliance and data sharing
Evaluate facility ratings to ensure compliance with FAC-008
Demonstrate willingness to learn dynamic and transient stability simulations for future studies

Qualification

Power system engineeringNERC reliability standardsSteady-state power analysisDynamic stability simulationsShort-circuit analysesAnalytical skillsProfessional Engineer licenseBachelor's in Electrical EngineeringMaster's in EngineeringCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsDocumentation skills

Required

4-6 years of experience in power system engineering, preferably in a NERC-regulated environment
Proficiency in steady-state power system analysis using tools
Strong knowledge of NERC reliability standards (e.g., MOD-025/026/027, FAC-008)
Willingness to learn dynamic and transient stability simulations post-hire
Strong analytical skills for power flow and short-circuit analyses
Excellent communication and documentation skills for audit preparation
Ability to collaborate with internal teams and regional entities
4-Year Bachelors Electrical Engineering Degree
Applicants must have current authorization to work for any employer in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for an employment visa now or in the future

Preferred

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required
Experience performing NERC PRC studies and good understanding of NERC PRC studies
Master Engineering degree is a plus

Company

Leeward Renewable Energy

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Leeward Renewable Energy is a renewable energy company that operates a portfolio of wind, solar and energy storage failities.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$545M
2023-03-15Debt Financing· $185M
2023-01-10Debt Financing· $289M
2022-06-29Debt Financing· $71M

Leadership Team

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Nate Graham
Chief Technology Officer
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Willem Jan van der Ven
Chief Operating Officer
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