Application Guide
How to Apply for Senior Power Systems Engineer
at Electric Power Engineers
🏢 About Electric Power Engineers
Electric Power Engineers is a consulting firm dedicated to enhancing grid reliability and resiliency for a sustainable energy future. They work on cutting-edge projects involving inverter-based resources (IBRs) and are actively shaping the grid of the future by conducting advanced dynamic modeling studies. Employees have the opportunity to work remotely and contribute to impactful projects that integrate renewable energy into the bulk power system.
About This Role
As a Senior Power Systems Engineer, you will perform detailed bulk power system dynamic studies using tools like PSCAD and PSSE, with a focus on IBR modeling and compliance with NERC and ISO standards. You will be responsible for conducting steady-state, short circuit, and dynamic studies, preparing technical reports, and ensuring projects meet quality and budget objectives. This role is pivotal in ensuring grid stability as more inverter-based resources are integrated.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve running dynamic simulations in PSCAD for an IBR project, analyzing results, and preparing a technical report. You might also attend virtual meetings with clients or team members to discuss project progress and compliance requirements. Later, you could review NERC standards updates to ensure your studies align with the latest guidelines.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Electric Power Engineers Is Looking For
- Holds a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a power systems emphasis and has 5+ years of experience as a power systems engineer.
- Demonstrates proficiency in PSCAD and PSSE for dynamic studies, and has hands-on experience with IBR modeling, including steady-state, short circuit, and dynamic analyses.
- Familiar with NERC reliability standards such as MOD-026-2 and ISO-specific requirements like PJM’s EMT Model Development Guideline for IBRs, and has experience with ERCOT Model Quality Test or equivalent.
- Has a track record of performing compliance assessments (facility rating, protection coordination, ride-through) and preparing clear technical reports, while managing projects to meet deadlines and budgets.
📝 Tips for Applying to Electric Power Engineers
Highlight specific projects where you used PSCAD and PSSE for dynamic studies, especially those involving inverter-based resources (IBRs). Quantify the scale (e.g., MW capacity) and outcomes.
Explicitly mention your experience with NERC standards like MOD-026-2 and ISO requirements such as PJM’s EMT Model Development Guideline or ERCOT Model Quality Test in your resume and cover letter.
Emphasize any experience with compliance assessments (facility rating, protection coordination, ride-through) and how you ensured adherence to reliability standards.
Show how you have leveraged AI or automation tools to improve study efficiency or accuracy, as the job description mentions this as a responsibility.
Tailor your application to reflect a remote work environment: demonstrate your ability to manage projects independently, communicate effectively, and meet deadlines without in-person supervision.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your expertise in IBR dynamic modeling and familiarity with NERC/ISO standards, with concrete examples of studies you’ve conducted.', 'Your proficiency with PSCAD and PSSE, and how you’ve applied these tools to solve complex grid challenges.', 'Your experience in preparing technical reports and managing projects to meet quality, budget, and timeline objectives.', 'Your alignment with the company’s mission to enhance grid reliability and resiliency for a sustainable energy future, and your excitement about contributing to the grid of the future.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Explore Electric Power Engineers’ website and recent projects to understand their focus areas within grid reliability and renewable integration.
- → Research the latest updates to NERC MOD-026-2 and PJM’s EMT Model Development Guideline for IBRs to speak knowledgeably about current requirements.
- → Look into ERCOT’s Model Quality Test and other ISO-specific compliance processes to understand the regulatory landscape.
- → Investigate the company’s use of AI and automation in power system studies, if available, to align your skills with their innovation efforts.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Failing to provide specific examples of IBR modeling experience or familiarity with NERC/ISO standards; generic statements won’t stand out.
- Neglecting to mention proficiency in PSCAD and PSSE, as these are core tools for the role.
- Overlooking the remote nature of the job and not demonstrating ability to work independently or manage projects remotely.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
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