Energy & Utilities Analyst - 1898 & Co., Power Systems Planning - Electrical (Houston / Dallas [...]

Description The Assistant Electrical Engineer (or Energy & Utilities Analyst) will work under the supervision of a consultant or project manager to assist with developing solutions to technical and economic challenges encountered by our energy and utility clients. The Energy & Utilities Analyst will assist with power system studies that evaluate power plants (both fossil fuel and renewable) and delivery systems (transmission and distribution) and include but are not limited to, power supply planning, due diligence, performance and benchmarking evaluations, site assessments, investment planning, condition assessments, financial cost/benefit evaluations, and renewable development. Responsibilities Analyzes, interprets, and applies engineering, financial, and economic conditions, theories, and principles to complete assigned tasks regarding technical and business implications to client projects. Applies basic knowledge of commonly used engineering and financial concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the consulting services industry. Assists with analyzing life‑cycle costs by developing and incorporating technical assumptions regarding capital costs, operation and maintenance costs, performance estimates, and economic assumptions and forecasts. Assists project team with technical assessments that evaluate impacts associated with rules implemented by regulatory agencies. Assists with designing, reviewing, and modifying drawings for project requirements that are set forth by the project managers. Supports power system planning and operations analysis, including power flow, transient, stability, short‑circuit, electromagnetic transients, reliability, and economic dispatch. Performs technical, engineering, economic, and financial studies involving planning and operations for utility projects. Supports transmission/distribution study analysis utilizing power system software. Supports engineering, technical, and economic assessments for both fossil and/or renewable generation. Supports technical and business‑related risk assessments. Supports developing and performing detailed financial analysis using a variety of computer‑based software. Supports developing technical reports and presentations summarizing results of analysis. Supports preparation of client presentations, engineering reviews, financial analysis, and contract administration for the design/planning of utility systems. Supports Utility Consulting business lines as required by clients. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. Qualifications Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or related degree from an accredited program required. Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program strongly preferred. Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem‑solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills. Proficient computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite). Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem solving skills. Demonstrated leadership skills. Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred. Involvement on campus or in the community preferred. Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located. #J-18808-Ljbffr 1898 & Co.