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We are currently seekinga Senior Power Systems StudiesEngineertohelp Arupgrowits power system studies functioninthe Americas. You will work withagrowinglocal and globalteam;aiming to support renewable developers, ISO/RTO, transmission developers, government agencies and utilities.The successful candidate is an aspiringinnovative engineer who leaves a strong positive impression on clients and cansupport thedelivery ofvariouspower systemstudiesincludinggeneration and load interconnection studies,transmission planningstudies,transient stability studiesand short circuit studies.
We currently have significant international experience inpower system studies for renewable projects and major transmission interconnectorsand are looking to grow that in the Americas, and particularly in the USA in the next five years. Our growth will be achieved from a combination of delivery of technical excellence, development of select intellectual property and key client relationships on gigawatt scale power developments.
Role andResponsibilities:
- Knowledge of theNorth American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) compliance requirements and/or ISOs’ interconnection or transmission planning guidelines.
- Ability to executeload flow and steady state studies,evaluation of transfer capability and security limitsandshort-circuit/fault studies to national and international standards.
- Ability to conduct transient stability analysis.Experience in EMT studiesis considered a plus.
- Experience in usingPSS/EandPowerGEMTARA isrequiredandknowledge ofASPENOneLinerand PSCADis considereda plus.
- Experience in reviewingandmodifyingsteadystatePSS/E modelsas needed for project specific applications.
- Remain up to date with ISO/RTO shifting market rules associated with system studies,reliabilityand other interconnection requirements.
- Assistin developing new automated techniques tooptimizethe studies work and deliver efficiency and quality.
- Produce quality technical reports and presentations for both internal and externalclients.
MinimumQualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, PhD is a plus for this position.
- Minimum5yearsofhands-onexperience indelivering power system studiesusing PSS/E,PowerGEMTARA, ASPENOnelinerand/or PSCAD.
Preferred:
- Programming skillsin Python, VBAand/orMATLABishighly desirable.Experience developing automationtools forpower systemstudies is considered a plus.
- PE license and NCEES accreditation for comity to USA statesis preferred.
- Strong technical reporting skills including reporting complex system analysis in a seamless fashion.
- Excellent communication skills essential for team-based working.
- Effective presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, as needed, to achieve agreed goals and results.
- Must be highly motivated,proactiveand willing to take on new challenges.
New York Hiring Range– The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in New York is$90,000to$133,000per year. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of New Yorkwill differ.
Benefits that Work– At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low.These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal.Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm.As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose toparticipatein our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future.
Flexible Working-We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supportsour diversityand the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for aportionof your workweek are available.
Arup is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of protected veteran, or disability.
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