Power System Planning Engineer Jobs in Minnesota

Description

At Excel Engineering, we are the power behind our clients' processes.
 

We are a full-service engineering consulting firm specializing in electrical engineering, industrial automation, and power systems. For over 30 years, we've partnered with leading companies across industries to deliver solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and performance.

Our work spans sectors including life sciences, consumer goods, chemical, oil & gas, and utilities, giving our team the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects.

What sets us apart is our approach, we build long-term partnerships by understanding our clients' operations and acting as an extension of their team. If you're looking to grow your skills, take on meaningful challenges, and make a real impact, Excel Engineering offers the opportunity to do just that. 

Role Overview

• Manage and act as lead engineer on projects related to electrical transmission system planning studies to determine short- and long-range transmission requirements, interconnections, generation additions, and retirements
• Supervise work of direct reports assigned to tasks, and will be expected to regularly self-perform tasks, as needed. In addition, but not limited to, this individual will be required to:
• Identify, qualify, and develop new clients, as well as nurture existing client relationships, within target organizations.
• Build effective and collaborative relationships with the key decision-makers within the target organizations.
• Conduct face-to-face meetings with prospective clients.
• Participate in professional organizations and informal networks to develop and obtain prospects, as well as utilize Excel's contact database to identify and research prospects.
• Understand the short and long-term needs and challenges of targets, as well as how Excel's services can solve their problems, improve their competitive position, and move their business forward.

Requirements

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institute. Concentration in power engineering preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure or ability to obtain strongly preferred.
• Strong experience in dynamic and voltage stability analysis is required.
• Hands-on experience with DSA Tools, including TSAT and PSAT, is required.
• Experience with PSCAD is highly preferred.

Skills Applicable to the role

• Proficiency applying a variety of transmission planning concepts, practices and procedures.
• Ability to work with power system analysis software products, such as: PSSe/CAPE/PSAT/TSAT/PSLF.
• Ability to perform Steady State, Dynamic Stability Simulation, Voltage Stability Simulation.
• Ability to work independently, relying on experience and judgment to perform a variety of complex tasks, calculations, and procedures.
• Ability to apply deterministic and probabilistic reliability criteria, as appropriate.
• Effective written and verbal skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels in the organization in a team environment.
• Supervisory experience.

We offer...

Growth & Development: Ongoing continuing education, hands-on training, and opportunities to expand your skills.

Career Advancement Support: Assistance in earning professional certifications and pursuing further education.

Retirement Benefits: 401(k) plan with employer matching.

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.

Wellness Focus: Access to programs designed to support your overall well-being.

Work-Life Balance: Paid time off and flexible work environment

Flexibility & Trust: A flexible schedule and work environment built around mutual trust and accountability.

Share the Talent, Share the Rewards: We value great people recommending great people, which is why our employee referral program is designed to reward you continuously

We offer a competitive salary and great benefits. At Excel Engineering, we're proud of our positive, high-performing culture where teamwork, continuous improvement, and a service-oriented mindset help us do our best work every day. If you enjoy a fast-paced and rewarding environment, you'll love being part of our team!  

Excel Engineering, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.

We value diverse perspectives and believe they strengthen our work, our teams, and the solutions we deliver to clients. We encourage candidates from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in engineering to apply. If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources team at ExcelHR@exceleng.net.