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Senior Power Systems Engineer - Transmission Planning

Electric Power Engineers
Austin, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/16/2026
Overview

Join us in leading the change!

As a Senior Power System Engineer at EPE you will manage and lead power system projects, including leading other power system engineers, performing analyses, and communicating results to clients.

Responsibilities

How you can make an impact :

  • Perform high level bulk power system studies using various power system software such as PSS/e, PSCAD, Aspen, and TARA.
  • Take responsibility for the timely completion of projects assigned while meeting all project quality and budget objectives.
  • Interact with Clients to seek input and address their needs and concerns with respect to the project(s) under study.
  • Lead and teach electrical engineers in performing power system steady state, short circuit, and dynamic &transient stability analyses.
  • Perform advanced and specialized studies of the power grid, such as Sub-synchronous Resonance studies.
  • Develop mitigation plans for identified constraints and system issues.
  • Develop and review transmission planning study methodologies and processes.
  • Lead process improvement efforts to enhance efficiency.
  • Support business development activities.

Qualifications

Bring your passion, here what’s needed:

  • Bachelor of Science or higher in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 5 years of professional experience as a Power Systems Engineer with hands-on experience working with steady-state and dynamic base cases
  • Solid understanding of power system basics, transient stability, and master in of-the-shelve software tools like PSS/E and TARA.
  • Knowledge of multiple power regions of the country and independent system operators such as PJM, MISO, NEISO, SPP, CAISO, WECC, SERC, ERCOT, NYISO
  • Proven team player skills with the ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal, particularly with respect to explaining technical matters.
  • Strong technical/report writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or higher with a focus in Power Systems
  • SPP or Midwest MISO region experience
  • PSCAD or EMT study experience

We are designing the Grid of the future

We are innovators by nature , for over 50 years, Electric Power Engineers, LLC (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe to focus on complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As an early leader in the renewables space, we continue to see significant opportunities to build a sustainable and secure Grid. Join a team committed to making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can continue to create the “grid of the future”!

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
  • EPE MyShare - Employee Ownership Program
  • Work with industry leaders
  • 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)
  • Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities base on position.

Location : This position is open to Remote 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

If you are interested in applying for employment with EPE and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to: applicationassistance@epeconsulting.com

Third-Party Recruiting Notification

EPE does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to EPE via our career page or to any of our managers or employees will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency. EPE will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency without a previously signed third-party agreement and has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Talent Acquisition team.

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