Lead Power Systems Consultant

We are looking for a Lead Power Systems Consultant to join Grid Software’s Power Technologies International (PTI) team. PTI is our trusted advisor that takes a holistic approach, providing business advisory, technical consulting, and simulation software solutions. This role is critical to the planning and integration of renewables, storage, and FACTS to the electrical grid. The Senior Power Systems Lead will perform large-scale simulations of electrical transmission systems for Utilities, Regional Transmission Organizations, and energy asset owners to develop solutions for safe and reliable power system operations, while mentoring others on the team.

This is a remote position based in the contiguous U.S.

What you will be working on:

• Performing/leading consulting engagements related to power grid analysis and design, system dynamics and transients, system interconnection, and grid code compliance.
• Managing/supporting project execution, tracking project progress, and making necessary adjustments to maintain scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Producing reports and presentations with study results in collaboration with team members.
• Maintaining relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction, analyzing clients’ business requirements and identifying opportunities for further business.
• Supporting proposal preparation by developing project plans, budgets, and timelines.
• Providing mentoring and technical development to junior consultants.
• Developing automation scripts to streamline repetitive tasks, reduce errors, and boost overall efficiency.
• Delivering on-site consulting and training services.

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience performing power systems analysis for electric utilities, ISOs, RTOs, developers, or national labs; 5+ years preferred.
• Experience leading, mentoring, or developing others professionally.
• Experience analyzing power flow and dynamic stability using PSS®E required; additional experience with TSAT™, TARA, PSLF™, or PowerWorld. preferred.
• Good knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards with understanding of RTO and other regional planning criteria, procedures, and practices.
• Strong communication, presentation, and listening skills with demonstrated ability to write effective technical reports.
• Ability to travel 10% domestically and internationally.

Preferred qualifications:

• Prior relevant consulting experience.
• Experience working in the ISO-NE, PJM, and/or SPP regions
• Experience in distribution planning.
• Industry experience performing power system transient analysis using PSCAD™ or EMTP-RV.

You’ll benefit from:

• Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
• The salary range for this position $100,450 – $206,640. An annual incentive target also is part of the compensation package for this position. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.