Sr Power Systems Design Studies Engineer

We’d love to have you join our team as a Sr Power Systems Design Studies Engineer. We are specifically looking for someone with substation and co-op experience.

Company Overview:

Ampirical has been committed to improving and strengthening the power grid since the company’s inception. Just as an ampere is the base unit for electric current, Ampirical takes pride in being on the leading edge of innovation and technology, allowing our industry to flow forward in a positive direction.

We show gratitude for our customers and uplift our team members who make it all happen. We embrace challenging - yet rewarding - work, and we invest in our people every step along the way.

Working at Ampirical is a career, not just a job. Please enjoy this video about our culture.

Job Summary:

The Senior Power System Design Studies Engineer is responsible for performing specialized engineering analysis for transmission lines, substations, renewable generation facilities, and other power system equipment. This position will be instrumental in the growth of Ampirical's new design studies practice, working closely with design teams to enhance and optimize designs through analytical studies. The engineer will work with internal and external clients to understand their technical requirements, perform advanced analyses, and provide recommendations that ensure designs are efficient, constructible, and compliant with industry guidelines and client standards. This role offers the opportunity to help expand technical capabilities within an established and growing engineering firm.

What we Offer:

We offer a highly competitive compensation & benefits package for all full-time employees. You can review all of the details of our benefits package here. Below are some highlights.

The salary range for this position is $100,000- Commensurate, dependent upon experience and qualifications. We also offer semi-annual profit-sharing bonuses based on company profits to share in the mutual success! In the past, these have ranges between 3.5% - 11.5% of annual salary.

Medical, Dental, and Vision effective your 1st day of employment

401(k) with company match (immediate vesting)

120 hours (about 15 days) of paid time off (PTO)

10 paid holiday days

Flexible work schedule (every other Friday off)

Opportunity for advancement and career growth

Employer-sponsored Life Insurance, short-term and long-term Disability Insurance

Gym Membership Stipend

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Pet Insurance

Fertility Benefits

Who You Are:

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related fields from an ABET accredited university; a graduate degree is a plus

7+ years of experience performing power system analysis, with specific expertise in one of the following areas:

Transient analysis (insulation coordination, TRV, capacitor bank switching)

Electromagnetic field (EMF) studies

Substation grounding/shielding analysis

Power quality studies

AC interference (transmission line impact on adjacent facilities)

Specialized equipment such as FACTS devices or series capacitor banks

Professional Engineer (P.E., P.Eng.) license OR In lieu of Professional Engineer license, 2+ years of additional experience is required

Experience with relevant industry software such as WinIGS, CDEGS, ATP, PSCAD, ETAP, POLARIS-EMF, CAFEP, COMSOL, ASPEN, CAPE, PSS/E, PSLF

Strong understanding of applicable industry standards (IEEE, IEC, NESC)

Experience with technical report writing and presenting complex technical information to clients

Ability to mentor less experienced engineers and contribute to development of the studies practice area

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities

Essential Responsibilities & Duties:

Perform complex engineering studies for transmission lines, substations, renewable generation facilities, and other power system equipment

Collaborate with design teams, including other engineering disciplines, to integrate study results into designs

Interface with clients to understand technical requirements, present study results, and support business development

Prepare proposals, including scopes of work and budgets, for design studies

Provide quality control for deliverables

Assist in building a knowledge management system for the design studies practice, including standardized calculation workbooks, technical report templates, and technical training materials

Participate in industry committees and conferences to maintain technical expertise and enhance Ampirical's industry presence

Mentor and train other engineers in study methodologies and tools

Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices: Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle-cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non-user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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