JR Power Systems Engineer

Your Job
Participate in the development of generic and user-defined models using ETAP and PSSE/PSCAD software for use during initial submissions of models for generating facilities in design or under construction, such as utility scale solar, energy storage, and associated electrical substations and switchyards.

Our Team
DEPCOM POWER, INC is a leader in the Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC), Operation and Maintenance (O&M), Repowering and Energy Storage services for the U.S. utility solar and energy industries. Our rapid growth, reputation and strong position in the energy market offer dynamic career opportunities for individuals seeking an exciting work environment in America’s fastest growing sector.

What You Will Do

• Participate in the development of generic and user-defined models using ETAP and PSSE/PSCAD software for use during initial submissions of models for generating facilities in design or under construction, such as utility scale solar, energy storage, and associated electrical substations and switchyards.
• Participate in the development of system-level plant models for steady-state and transient analysis for electrical studies, including load flow, short circuit, protective device coordination, arc flash, grounding systems analysis, transient over-voltage, total harmonic distortion, lightning risk assessment, transfer limits and other AC system studies.
• Support the Lead Design Engineers and SMEs to gather the requirement information to support the development of the required models in PSCAD /PSSE / ETAP as well as NERC compliance reports.
• Seek technical knowledge and input from others to help innovate procedures and processes to perform model development, power plant testing, and model validation reporting.
• Work closely with our SCADA partners to gather the pertinent information modeling and testing information to fulfill the requirements for NERC MOD testing.
• Draft technical reports in collaboration with our Power Systems Engineering SME group.
• Manage workload to prioritize competing demands while meeting deadlines and expectations.
• Manage a database of equipment models furnished by DEPCOM’s vendors and preferred partners, for use on multiple projects.

The Experience You Will Bring
Requirements:

• Bachelor or higher degree in electrical, electronic, or related engineering with professional registration (Cedula Profesional - SEP) in Mexico.
• Fluent in English oral and written communication.
• Hands-on experience using ETAP for Load flow, reactive power flow, arc flash, short circuit calculations and protection coordination.
• Knowledge of engineering principles for analysis and design.
• Knowledge (at least fundamental) of topics such as: power systems, electrical design, renewable energy, electrical substations.
• Understanding of single-line diagrams, schematic point-to-point wiring diagrams, electrical equipment characteristics (data sheets), technical reports and calculation memories.
• Understanding of standards and guidelines (NEC, IEEE, WECC, NERC, etc.).
• Developing power systems reports, such as: power flow, short-circuit, reactive power compensation, protection coordination, arc-flash, power systems stability and other design technical reports.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Knowledge of utility scale solar, energy storage solutions or power systems studies.
• Skills in PSS/E, PSCAD, SKM, DIgSILENT PowerFactory.
• Programming skills in Python, Fortran, MATLAB, or other programming languages.
• Knowledge of template drawings, sheet-set manager, and smart-blocks.
• Knowledge of Control Theory and Power Electronics.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Ability to travel to the US during short periods (Valid passport and visa).

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Who We Are
As a Koch company, Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) specializes in process and pollution control equipment and digital technologies to help industries reduce emissions, save energy and get the most from their resources. From pollution control to advanced filtration, we’re focused on providing customers with products and solutions to help them optimize, transform and succeed. Industries we serve include refineries, chemicals, municipalities, pharmaceutical, pulp and paper, food and dairy, utilities and automotive. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

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