What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Engineer / Engineering Manager — Power System Studies position at Electric Power Engineers?
Overview
We are designing the grid of the future!
EPE is growing its Energy Resources team and is looking for a technical authority in EMT modelling and power system studies. You'll deliver complex study programs for generation, large load, and merchant transmission clients, mentor junior engineers, and help shape EPE's AI-augmented engineering practice
Responsibilities
How you can make an impact
- EMT & steady-state studies — execute client-ready deliverables that meet project objectives on time and on budget
- Dynamic model development — generator/load/equipment models tuned and benchmarked against field data in PSCAD/PSS/E
- Client advisory — translate complex results into decisions that move projects forward
- Team growth — measurably develop junior engineers through mentorship and technical review
- AI-augmented workflows — lead adoption of AI-assisted simulation, automated QA, and LLM-driven reporting tools within the team
You Have Deep Experience In At Least One Of:
- Data center power systems — large load dynamics, equipment modelling, power quality
- Conventional or IBR generation — machine dynamics, control system tuning, disturbance ride-through
- Design studies — TOV, TRV, switching overvoltage, insulation coordination, lightning overvoltage, harmonics, flicker, energization
Qualifications
Bring your passion, here's what’s needed:
- 8 years in power system modelling and studies
- B.Sc. or higher in Electrical Engineering (power systems focus)
- Proficiency in PSCAD, PSS/E, ETAP, or equivalents; additional tools (CDEGS, EMTP, PowerFactory) are a plus
- Scripting skills (Python or MATLAB) for workflow automation and simulation data processing
- Working knowledge of IEEE, IEC, and CIGRE standards
- Ability to champion the adoption of AI and automation tools within the team, building internal capacity and establishing best practices for AI-augmented engineering workflows.
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. Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy.
How we support you:
- 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)
Location: This position is remote and open to US or Canada
Travel: Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)
EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster
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