Senior Power System Engineer

Local Unit & Position Description:
DNV GL – Energy’s Energy Advisory group has an exciting opportunity for Senior Engineer in its Power System Advisory (PSA) Department. DNV GL Energy’s PSA provides creative, cost effective and practical solutions to stakeholders in the power generation, transmission and distribution systems. The Senior Engineer must demonstrate vision, drive, and be passionate to contribute, grow and expand the PSA business in the Americas.
This position may be based out of our Dallas, TX; Oakland, CA; Austin, TX or Seattle, WA office. Remote location may be considered.

Tasks May Include

• Execute technical analyses related to T&D power grids including load flow, short circuit and transient stability assessments
• Execute technical analyses related to energy markets including security constrained economic dispatch assessments
• Perform Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) and sub synchronous resonance studies for medium/large power system networks
• Review and compile engineering data and information as needed to perform the technical analyses
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert for area(s) related to grid reliability and/or energy markets
• Manage small to medium size projects according to DNV GL's project management practices
• Actively attend (in person/remote) industry stakeholder meetings and stay up-to-date with assigned market changes in terms of developments and policy changes
• Contribute to the team’s research and innovation activities in terms of development of new techniques and/or analytical tools to further the team’s performance in terms of efficiency and/or capability improvements
• Adhere to department’s project quality and timeliness procedures
• Establish and maintain sustainable relationships and good communication with other internal and external team members and customers.
• Assist in preparing responses to Statement of Qualifications (SOQ’s), Request for Proposals (RFP’s) for new tenders/bids/opportunities

Position Qualifications:Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Electric Power Systems
• In-depth understanding of fundamentals of electric power systems and renewable energy
• Minimum five (5) years of direct work experience in transmission and/or distribution planning related analyses preferably in a utility, power trading, renewable energy company or consulting environment
• Minimum three (3) years of experience if paired with graduate level engineering degree
• Knowledge of North American RTO/ISO markets and their planning practices
• Demonstrable hands-on experience with at least one of the following power system analysis software packages: PSS/E, GE PSLF, PSCAD
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PPT, OneNote, MS Teams, Microsft Project)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, business and technical writing.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to work in a high-paced team environment
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 15% of the time
• We conduct a pre-employment background check and drug screen

Preferred Skills

• Graduate level degree with emphasis on Electric Power Systems
• Knowledge of Eastern and/or western grid interconnection and corresponding planning practices including resource integration studies
• Demonstrable hands-on experience with power system analysis software packages including TARA, ASPEN, ABB PROMOD, UPLAN, CYME, ETAP, Synergie Electric and/or DIGSILENT
• Track record of project management and/or successful completion of project management related trainings
• Working knowledge of automation scripts such as Python for development of automation modules

Opportunities Beyond Business
Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package.
DNV GL is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/H/V
Please visit our website at www.dnvgl.comCompany & Business Area Description: DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. Operating in more than 100 countries, our professionals are dedicated to helping customers in the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables and other industries to make the world safer, smarter and greener.Equal Opportunity Statement: DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!