Electrical Studies Engineer

$114,400 - $135,200/Yr

ASGN - Juno Beach, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Juno Beach, FL

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Electrical Studies Engineer will focus on performing electrical studies on substations and reactive power studies, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of electrical infrastructure. This role requires a strong background in electrical engineering, particularly in power systems, and involves conducting various studies, developing system models, and providing technical support for projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct power flow, short-circuit, harmonics, and stability studies for substations.
• Perform load flow analysis to determine system performance and identify areas of improvement.
• Develop detailed electrical system models using industry-standard software tools (e.g., Cymcap, PSCAD, PSS/E, ETAP, or ASPEN).
• Analyze system faults and transient stability to enhance grid reliability.
• Design and engineer MV and HV substations.
• Perform power system modelling and studies including protection coordination, short circuit, load flow, arc flash hazard studies using software.
• Prepare technical specifications for MV and HV electrical equipment, review and comment on vendor drawings.
• Perform cost estimations and bids evaluations.
• Supervise through decision making for North American standards and regulatory bodies including CSA, NEC, NFPA, ANSI, IEEE, NPCC and NERC.
• Evaluate reactive power needs and compensation strategies.
• Design and analyze capacitor banks, reactors, and other reactive power equipment.
• Optimize voltage profiles and power factor correction to ensure efficient operation of the electrical grid.
• Provide technical support and expertise for substation and transmission projects.
• Collaborate with project managers and other engineering teams to ensure projects meet technical standards and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare detailed engineering reports, documentation, and presentations for various stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, company policies, and safety regulations.
• Participate in safety reviews, audits, and risk assessments to maintain a safe working environment.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices.
• Propose and implement innovative solutions to improve system performance and efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; a Master's degree is a plus.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on power systems and substations.
• Proficiency with power system analysis software (e.g., PSS/E, ETAP, ASPEN).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with renewable energy integration.
• Knowledge of IEC, IEEE, and NERC standards.
• Familiarity with SCADA systems and grid automation technologies.
• Project management experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.