System Studies & Modeling Engineer

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

• Perform power system analyses based on project scope and client requirements.
• Conduct load flow, short-circuit, protective device coordination, and arc-flash studies.
• Evaluate electrical system performance under normal and contingency operating conditions as required.
• Analyze study results and identify system limitations, equipment concerns, coordination issues, and potential improvements.
• Develop technically sound recommendations based on study findings.
• Support additional electrical system studies and engineering analyses based on project requirements.

• Develop, maintain, and update electrical power system models using project drawings, equipment information, utility data, and field information.
• Verify model inputs for completeness, consistency, and technical accuracy.
• Model electrical equipment including transformers, generators, motors, cables, buses, protective devices, and other system components as applicable.
• Update models to reflect system modifications, design changes, and revised operating conditions.
• Maintain organized model files, assumptions, inputs, calculations, and supporting documentation.
• Perform model validation and quality reviews before completing engineering studies.

• Perform protective device coordination studies for electrical distribution and power systems.
• Review protective device settings and time-current characteristics.
• Evaluate coordination between relays, circuit breakers, fuses, and other protective devices.
• Identify potential coordination concerns and develop recommendations for improvement.
• Coordinate study recommendations with Protection & Control engineers and other technical disciplines.
• Support development or review of protection-related engineering documentation as assigned.

• Perform arc-flash hazard analyses based on applicable project requirements and standards.
• Calculate incident energy and arc-flash boundaries using approved engineering methodologies and study software.
• Review system configurations, protective device clearing times, and other factors affecting arcflash results.
• Identify opportunities to reduce incident energy when appropriate.
• Prepare technical information supporting arc-flash labeling and documentation requirements.
• Coordinate findings with project teams and clients.

• Prepare clear, accurate, and organized engineering study reports.
• Document study methodology, assumptions, system conditions, findings, and recommendations.
• Develop supporting calculations, tables, plots, diagrams, and technical exhibits.
• Review study deliverables for technical accuracy and consistency before issuance.
• Respond to technical review comments and revise studies as necessary.
• Maintain appropriate project records and supporting engineering documentation.

• Work with Project Managers to understand project scope, schedule, deliverables, and technical requirements.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Field Services, Commissioning, Protection & Control, and other ECNS technical teams.
• Request and evaluate information required to complete system models and studies.
• Communicate data gaps, assumptions, technical concerns, and study findings to appropriate stakeholders.
• Participate in project meetings and technical discussions with clients and project teams.
• Support field personnel and engineering teams with interpretation of study results and recommendations.

• Perform engineering work in accordance with applicable codes, standards, project requirements, and ECNS quality expectations.
• Apply established engineering methods and sound professional judgment to system studies and calculations.
• Participate in technical reviews and quality-control activities.
• Maintain consistency between study models, calculations, drawings, reports, and project documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve study methodologies, modeling practices, templates, and internal engineering workflows.
• Stay current with developments in power system analysis tools, industry standards, and engineering practices relevant to assigned work.

• Power system models accurately represent available system information and project conditions.
• Engineering studies are completed accurately and within established project schedules.
• Study assumptions, methodologies, findings, and recommendations are clearly documented.
• Technical issues and data gaps are identified and communicated early.
• Study deliverables meet ECNS quality expectations and applicable client requirements.
• Engineering recommendations are practical, technically justified, and clearly communicated.
• Project Managers and technical teams receive responsive engineering support throughout the project lifecycle.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis in power systems preferred.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

• 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering, power systems engineering, system studies, system modeling, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience performing power system studies and developing electrical system models.
• Experience with load flow, short-circuit, protective device coordination, and arc-flash analysis.
• Experience interpreting one-line diagrams, equipment data, protective device information, and other electrical engineering documentation.
• Experience working with utility, industrial, renewable energy, data center, substation, generation, or other complex electrical power systems preferred.
• Consulting engineering or project-based engineering experience preferred.
• Experience preparing technical engineering reports and presenting study results to technical stakeholders.

• Strong understanding of electrical power systems and power system analysis principles.
• Knowledge of load flow, short-circuit, protection coordination, and arc-flash study methodologies.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams, schematics, equipment specifications, and technical documentation.
• Experience with ETAP, SKM PowerTools, EasyPower, ASPEN OneLiner, PowerWorld, PSS®E, PSCAD, or comparable power-system analysis software, depending on project requirements.
• Experience with RSCAD and Hardware in the Loop Testing.
• Familiarity with applicable IEEE, NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, and utility/client engineering requirements relevant to assigned studies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to technical accuracy.
• Ability to evaluate large amounts of system data and identify inconsistencies or missing information.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities within project schedules.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary engineering and project teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other standard engineering documentation tools.

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer.
• Ability to communicate effectively by phone, video, and email.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote environment.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
• Travel up to 25% annually to support team members at job site, meet with client, etc.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee wellness programs

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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