Are passionate about enabling a reliable and carbon-neutral power grid?
DNV Energy Systems is looking for a Senior Power System Study Engineer to join our team and contribute to the planning and integration of onshore and offshore renewable energy, non-wire alternatives, and energy storage systems to the electrical grid. You will have the opportunity to use technical expertise and project management skill to deliver top service to our customers.
This is a remote position based from any location in the continental U.S.
What you'll Do
Execute power system transient and sub-transient analyses for medium and large power system networks as part of grid expansion analyses, North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) compliance requirements and/or ISOs' interconnection or transmission planning guidelines.
Review and modify PSS/E dynamic models associated with power grids including developing and/or modifying the dynamic contingency definitions per applicable planning criteria and model inputs around supply, demand and grid topology
Develop, validate and benchmark customized, or generic PSS/E dynamic models associated with power system components including any emerging technologies
Review and modify PSCAD/EMTDC models associated with power grids including developing and/or modifying the models associated with various components including inverter-based units, FACTs as well as various control techniques
Propose and evaluate grid solutions to enhance the grid reliability and market efficiencyDevelop or modify automation scripts to enhance the efficiency, speed and accuracy of technical simulations
Assist with the team's research goals in terms of development of new techniques and/or analytical tools to further the team's performance in terms of efficiency and/or capability improvements
Actively attend ISO/RTO market stakeholder meetings and stay up-to-date with ISO/RTO market changes in terms of market developments and policy changes
Position Qualifications
What is Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Power System Engineering
At least 3 years of experience as a transmission planner and/or operator in an electric utility, ISO/RTO or consulting setting.
At least 2 years of experience in performing large-scale Power System dynamics and transient stability simulations using Siemens PSS/E software OR at least 2 years of experience performing large-scale Power System sub transient/EMT simulations using PSCAD software
Strong understanding of various dynamic contingency definitions as per regional and national criteria and standards.
Strong understanding of various standards and industry practices associated with transmission planning
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem solving and analytical skills.
Strong time management skills
Ability to work in a high-paced team environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
We conduct a pre-employment background check and drug screen
What is Preferred
Graduate level degree with emphasis on Electric Power Systems
Hands-on experience with power system analysis software packages such as PSLF, PowerWorld, ASPEN and PSCAD/EMTDC
How We Do It
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What We Offer
Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
Spending accounts - FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA
Special programs - Employee Assistance Program, ID theft protection, and accident and critical illness options for you and your family
Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace
401(k) with company match
Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
Tuition assistance
Consumer discounts and rewards
Flexible work schedule with hybrid/remote opportunities
Advancement opportunities
**Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**
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As required by the Colorado Equal Pay Transparency Act and New York City Salary Transparency Law, DNV provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in Colorado or New York City. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. For the state of Colorado and New York City, NY only, the range of starting pay for this role is $100,000 - $150,000.
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DNV is the independent expert in assurance and risk management, operating in more than 100 countries. Through our broad experience and deep expertise we advance safety and sustainable performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions.
We provide assurance to the entire energy value chain through our advisory, monitoring, verification, and certification services. As the world's leading resource of independent energy experts and technical advisors, we help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry. We are committed to realizing the goals of the Paris Agreement, and support all stakeholders to transition faster to a deeply decarbonized energy system.