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Job Title: Power System Engineer (Interconnection Studies)

Location: Taylor, TX, 76574 (Remote)

Duration: 12 Months

Job Purpose

Provide engineering analysis and technical support to ensure the reliable interconnection of new generation resources to the Client system. Ensure compliance with NERC Standards, Client Protocols, Planning Guides, and Market Guides.

Job Summary

The Electrical Engineer will support interconnection studies and long-term system planning for the electric power grid. This role involves performing technical analyses, developing tools and procedures, and ensuring that new generation resources are integrated safely and efficiently into the system.

The position requires strong analytical capabilities, attention to regulatory requirements, and effective communication with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct electrical engineering analyses to support generation interconnection and system expansion planning
• Perform power flow studies to assess feasibility of proposed generation interconnections
• Analyze results from simulated system studies and compare with actual operating data where applicable
• Ensure compliance with Client Planning Guides, Protocols, and technical standards
• Review interconnection applications prior to approval for completeness and compliance
• Develop and maintain system models for planning and operational analysis
• Identify and recommend process improvements related to study workflows, data management, and stakeholder engagement
• Prepare detailed technical reports summarizing study findings and recommendations
• Communicate study requirements, results, and technical information clearly to stakeholders
• Track project milestones from study initiation through commercial operation in alignment with interconnection queue processes

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered

Required Experience

• Entry Level: Less than 1 year of relevant experience in the electric utility industry
• Level II: Minimum 2 years of progressively responsible experience in the electric utility industry

Preferred Qualifications / Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience in the electric utility or power systems industry
• Hands-on experience with power system modeling tools such as PSS®E
• Familiarity with transfer analysis and system study methodologies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively
• Experience preparing detailed technical reports
• Programming experience in Python, VBA, or similar languages
• Experience with databases and query tools (Access, Oracle, SQL)
• Familiarity with TARA (Transmission Analysis and Reliability Assessment) tools

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Collaborative mindset with stakeholder engagement skills
• Continuous improvement and problem-solving orientation

vTech Solution Inc. is a Managed IT Services firm headquartered in Washington, DC. They specialize in a range of services including cloud computing, managed network security, and cybersecurity. Their primary focus is on providing human-centered IT solutions for government and business sectors, including federal, state, local, and education (SLED) groups, as well as commercial organizations.