Senior Power Systems Studies Engineer

Position Title Senior Power Systems Studies Engineer Location Houston, TX, United States Overview The Senior Power Systems Studies Engineer will be based in the United States, out of the Houston, TX office. This is a technical position within the Power Business Unit of Hatch. It provides an opportunity for professional growth to the selected individual within the Power Delivery & Integration (PD&I) department by performing transmission studies, systems analysis investigations, and planning/feasibility/impact studies for clients in North America, primarily, but also globally. The incumbent will also work closely with other Power departments, including the HVDC/FACTS, T&D and the Renewables teams on related studies and with Hatch’s Management Consulting Practice for development of power sector master plans. Reporting to The Global Manager – Power Systems Studies. Travel Occasional travel to site locations or for customer meetings domestic or international is required. Responsibilities and Qualifications The role includes: Requirements Experience in utility/system operator transmission planning Lead projects and mentor engineers in the performance of transmission planning studies, such as load flow, short-circuit, transient stability, electromagnetic transient, and/or small‑signal stability analysis. Lead preparation of comprehensive reports on the conduct of the studies, the study results and appropriate conclusions and recommendations Review of planning/system performance studies for compliance with prevailing standards and criteria and good engineering practice Lead interaction with clients and manage projects. Preparation of functional specifications for facility requirements related to different system development portfolios, for purposes of developing preliminary designs and obtaining estimates for the associated facilities. Undertake thought leadership activities (e.g., speaker at conference, panelist, whitepaper, etc.) and promote Hatch’s know‑how in the Power and T&D sector in the region. BS degree in Electrical Engineering; post‑graduate (MS or PhD) degrees in Power Systems. At least 5 years of experience in transmission planning with strong knowledge of transmission planning practices and procedures. Proficient in power flow, short‑circuit, and transient stability simulation analysis, using software packages such as PSS®E, PSLF, PowerWorld, DSA Tools, etc., including modules for load flow, short‑circuit, and transient stability analysis. High level of interpersonal communication skills. Preferred Proficiency in electromagnetic transients (EMT) analysis using software packages such as PSCAD, EMTP‑RV, etc. Knowledge of control theory, dynamic modeling, and numerical methods. Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, C, C++, FORTRAN, MATLAB, Julia, etc. Knowledge of additional power systems analysis software applications is desirable. Registration with IEEE, CIGRE, and/or other applicable engineering associations is desirable. Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions. Requisition ID 97680 Equal Opportunity Employer Statement We are committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We will do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hatch Ltd.