Electrical Studies Engineer
Job Locations
US-CO-Westminster
ID
2023-4860
Category
Electrical Engineering
Position Type
Regular
Division
Renewables
Overview
Electrical Studies Engineer
Westwood Professional Services, Inc.
Westwood Professional Services, Inc.is seeking an Electrical Studies
Engineer to join our renewables team. An electrical studies engineer at
Westwood plays a pivotal role in the design and optimization of utility-scale
renewable plants, including wind, solar, and battery storage facilities.
The focus of the electrical studies engineer is on performing comprehensive
electrical system studies, ensuring compliance with interconnection
requirements and seamless integration of renewable assets into the power grid.
Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to
providing high-level professional services to our clients.
Duties and Responsibilities
Work with lead design engineers and clients to develop electrical models and
studies to support the project design process.
Develop detailed system models that accurately represent the plant in design
and perform a variety of studies, including short circuit and effective
grounding, load flow and reactive power, harmonics, insulation
coordination, power and energy loss, concentric neutral induced voltage,
arc flash, grounding, lightning risk assessments, and transient studies
for switching and overvoltage.
Produce written reports conveying study results within the project schedule.
Coordinate with internal project leads and project managers, as well as
external clients, owners, and related engineers (such as independent and
owner's engineers).
Review the work of others performing similar studies to ensure product quality
prior to client submission.
Required Experience
Approximately 3 - 5 years of experience in electrical plant design and system
studies.
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Systems,
or a substantially similar field having a power systems focus, from an
accredited institution.
Experience and knowledge of utility-scale renewable energy systems,
including wind, solar, and battery storage plants, with an emphasis on
system design and grid integration.
Good working knowledge of common electrical system studies, including short
circuit, load flow and reactive power, and others.
Working knowledge and proficiency with electrical engineering modeling
software such as DIgSILENT PowerFactory (preferred), ETAP, PSCAD,
SKM Power*Tools, PSSE, PSLF, or similar software for performing detailed
system modeling and simulations.
Must have a strong command of the English language and an ability to
communicate clearly and effectively in writing without the need for
significant editing by others.
Must be detail-oriented, with strong problem-solving skills and a commitment
to quality and compliance.
Must be a supportive team player, capable of working effectively in
cross-functional teams and managing relationships with external vendors and
stakeholders.
Must have a positive and supportive attitude who is interested in being part
of a growing team.
Must be self-motivated and capable of working efficiently independently
without the need for constant oversight.
Preferred Experience
Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Systems, or
a substantially similar field having a power systems focus, from an
accredited institution.
Proficiency with DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD, WinIGS, and/or CDEGS.
Proficiency with Python and/or VBA.
Compensation Range Minimum
USD $80,000.00/Yr.
Compensation Range Maximum
USD $110,000.00/Yr.
About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)
At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our
work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and
develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With
over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the
forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of
the markets we serve.