Power Studies Engineer

Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
Dallas, TX
Full-time

Overview

Kimley-Horn's Dallas office is seeking a Power Studies Engineer with 4+ years experience to join their Electrical team. With a focus on serving clients within the power delivery and renewable energy sectors, the Power Studies Engineer will act as a technical expert in the design, analysis, and optimization of electrical power systems.

This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

  • Support the power electrical team to analyze systems, create software models, and write reports for power delivery or generation projects
  • Assist with project design, specifications, and plans support
  • Review work with quality in mind to confirm compliance with Kimley-Horn quality standards
  • Studies performed may include (per candidate experience) :
  • Arc Flash, Short Circuit, and Coordination studies using ETAP or SKM
  • Load Flow / Reactive Power Analysis
  • Thermal Ampacity studies using software like AmpCalc or CYMCAP
  • Grounding studies using WinIGS, CDEGS, or SKM Ground Mat
  • Transient studies using PSS / E, PSCAD, or PSLF
  • Harmonic studies using ETAP or transient software
  • Relay setting development using SEL AcSELerator
  • Partner with the electrical team to create calculations anddrawings for power delivery and / or renewable energy projects
  • Continually gain knowledge in industry

Qualifications

  • 4+ years' experience as an Electrical Engineer for an engineering firm or EPC
  • 1+ years' project management experience
  • EIT certification or path to move towards certification is preferred
  • CYMCAP, SKM, ETAP, EMTP-RV, PSS / E, PSCAD, WinIGS, or CDEGS experience preferred
  • Understanding or willing to learn, the NEC 2020 and IEEE standards and keep up with emerging technologies
  • General understanding of engineering and energy systems
  • Load Flow, Coordination, Short Circuit, and Arc Flash studies basic theory and methodology
  • Proficiency using Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (AutoCAD)
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work and manage several project teams concurrently
  • The ability to work independently or in a team environment effectively
  • The ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients and employees, are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success.

Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish.

Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it- that's why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees.

We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn's placement on the Fortune "100 Best Companies to Work" list for 17 years!

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