Power Systems Engineer (USA)
Piq Energy
Posted
Jul 23, 2026
Location
Remote (US)
Type
Full-time
Compensation
$180000 - $200000
Mission
What you will drive
Role
Piq Energy is looking for a talented transmission planning engineer with coding experience to expand our US team! You will design, build, test, and iterate on our core autonomous grid planning product. In addition, you will be managing grid data and models, support our power system analytics team and our users!
Minimum Requirements
Note: candidates that do not meet the minimum requirements may still be considered for a more junior role.
Degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Systems.
At least 5 years of industry experience in roles at a utility, system operator, engineering consultancy or similar.
High interconnection fluency (cluster processes, study phases, upgrades/costs, queue dynamics)
Good understanding of technical standards and regulations related to electricity grid planning, development, operation, and interconnection.
Hands-on experience with commercial power system analysis tools for steady-state and dynamic studies and plant model building (e.g., PSSE, TARA, PowerWorld).
Proven ability to manage and maintain detailed electricity network models.
Working knowledge in Python, particularly for automating grid studies, performing data analysis, and generating reports.
Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and manage time effectively.
Excellent collaboration and communication skills with a strong customer-focused mindset.
Bonus
Experience with open source power system simulation software (e.g. PowSyBl, pandapower, PyPSA).
Experience with advanced analysis techniques, such as stability, EMT, or real-time simulations
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), modern software development tools and frameworks, containerization (e.g., Docker), and cloud computing platforms.
Working knowledge of the CIM (Common Information Model) standard for power systems.
Compensation
The base pay range for this role is $180,000 – $200,000 per year.
Profile
What makes you a great fit
Role
Piq Energy is looking for a talented transmission planning engineer with coding experience to expand our US team! You will design, build, test, and iterate on our core autonomous grid planning product. In addition, you will be managing grid data and models, support our power system analytics team and our users!
Minimum Requirements
Note: candidates that do not meet the minimum requirements may still be considered for a more junior role.
Degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Systems.
At least 5 years of industry experience in roles at a utility, system operator, engineering consultancy or similar.
High interconnection fluency (cluster processes, study phases, upgrades/costs, queue dynamics)
Good understanding of technical standards and regulations related to electricity grid planning, development, operation, and interconnection.
Hands-on experience with commercial power system analysis tools for steady-state and dynamic studies and plant model building (e.g., PSSE, TARA, PowerWorld).
Proven ability to manage and maintain detailed electricity network models.
Working knowledge in Python, particularly for automating grid studies, performing data analysis, and generating reports.
Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and manage time effectively.
Excellent collaboration and communication skills with a strong customer-focused mindset.
Bonus
Experience with open source power system simulation software (e.g. PowSyBl, pandapower, PyPSA).
Experience with advanced analysis techniques, such as stability, EMT, or real-time simulations
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), modern software development tools and frameworks, containerization (e.g., Docker), and cloud computing platforms.
Working knowledge of the CIM (Common Information Model) standard for power systems.
Compensation
The base pay range for this role is $180,000 – $200,000 per year.
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