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Principal Engineer, Traction Power

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$180K - $210K/yr

GFT is seeking a Senior Traction Power Engineer to join our Transit and Rail Team in Los Angeles ... Los Angeles, CA Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Employment Status: Full-Time Salary Range ...

GFT.

Principal Engineer, Traction Power

Los Angeles, CA

$180K - $210K/yr

GFT is seeking a Senior Traction Power Engineer to join our Transit and Rail Team in Los Angeles ... Los Angeles, CA Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Employment Status: Full-Time Salary Range ...

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Work HoursTypically 40+ hours per weekFewer hours, often less than 20 hours per week
CertificationsRequired certifications such as Power Engineer LicenseSame certifications may be required, but less frequently used
Work EnvironmentIndustrial plants, power stations, or facilities requiring continuous operationSimilar environments but with flexible scheduling
Employment TypeFull-time employment with benefitsPart-time, often contract or casual work

Full Time Power Engineers work standard hours with comprehensive benefits and are employed full-time in industrial or power plant settings. Part Time Power Engineers work fewer hours, often on a flexible schedule, but typically require similar certifications and work in comparable environments. The main difference lies in hours and employment status.

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Power System Studies Engineer (Energy Consulting)

Power System Studies Engineer (Energy Consulting)

NEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc

Lakewood, CO • On-site, Remote

$75K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

About the Position
As a mid-level Electrical System Studies Engineer in the Energy Consulting group, you will be responsible for performing electrical power system modeling and analysis primarily for renewable facilities that encompass solar, wind, battery storage generation projects and substation design projects.
Salary Range: $75,000 - $110,000 / year
The salary range above is based upon the Denver, Colorado labor market.
This opportunity is available to both local / in-office (Lakewood, CO) and full-time remote candidates.
Essential Responsibilities
  • Creates and develops quality studies and reports including but not limited to short circuit, reactive power/load flow, arc flash, dynamic, transient, harmonic (pre & post), interconnection compliance, ampacity, grounding, as well as other related studies and calculations
  • Assists with Client contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments and meetings. Maintain strong and responsive Company-Client relationships
  • Maintains a strong understanding and applications of applicable Codes and Standards
  • Maintains high ethical and professional standards
  • Attends conferences, training workshops, seminars, regular undergraduate, and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work.
  • Attend safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines
  • May occasionally assist with performing equipment, control system, communications, troubleshooting, and relay field testing and start-up and commissioning services
  • Other job-related responsibilities as assigned
  • Secondary responsibilities may include checking and/or performing detailed design of all aspects of electrical power systems to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, conduit, and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, writing of equipment specifications, project and construction cost estimates, and project scheduling
Must Have
  • Education: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
  • Experience: 1 - 4 years of relevant engineering or field experience
  • Licensure: FE, PE is a plus, but not required
  • Proficiency in power system modeling software such as:
  • Cable Ampacity software: (Cymcap)
  • Steady State software: (Required: PowerFactory or ETAP; Nice to have: SKM Power Tools; Easypower; Aspen; Windmil)
  • System Protection & Arc Flash software: (Required: ETAP; Nice to have Easypower, CAPE, Aspen, Power Factory; SKM Power Tools;)
  • Grounding software: (CDEGS or WinIGS)
Nice to have:
  • Interconnection & Dynamic Modeling: (PSSe, PSLF)
  • Transient Studies software: (PSCAD)
  • Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
  • Good interpersonal and people skills
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Working Conditions
Work Environment: Work is performed in an office setting and some field work may be required
Travel: Typical: 5 - 15%
Physical Activities: Must be able to lift 25lbs.
About NEI Electric Power Engineering
Serving Others. Enriching Environment. Improving Continually. Quality Results. Voted as a top workplace by the Denver Post for six straight years (2020 - 2025), our values have been woven into the fabric of who we are since 1982, guiding our decision making throughout the years. As an engineering services firm, NEI's mission is to create a great organization that serves people and solves problems.
Since NEI's founding, we have developed a culture of collaboration and accountability, both across our teams and departments, and externally with our clients across the United States. We believe in two core ideas: hiring great people and celebrating our team members diverse background and unique experiences; bringing in new, unique, and exciting perspectives that can only strengthen NEI as we chart out path into the future.
We are a proud equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, martial status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.
Team Member Benefits
We believe that taking care of our team members is of the utmost importance. We strive to foster a community of belonging, professional development, and industry involvement; providing our team with the benefits, tools, and support systems to excel in their roles. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
  • 100% Employer paid team member premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with employer matching; 100% immediate vesting
  • Annual & discretionary bonus programs
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employer paid licensure (FE/PE), certifications, seminars, & conferences
  • Paid parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Eight (8) paid holidays including a floating holiday to use at your discretion
  • Annual Team Building
  • Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility
  • Career development, training, and coaching opportunities
  • Pet insurance

NEI Electric Power Engineering participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your completed Form I-9 to confirm your work authorization in the United States.

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