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Senior Power Systems Engineer

$140.85k - $175k

Arup

ReqID: NEW00022P

Joining Arup

Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective - in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning - to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are currently seeking an experienced?Senior Power System Electrical Engineer?with a record of accomplishment in supporting renewables, data center and substation projects. This position can be based in the New York, New Jersey, Boston, Chicago or Washington DC office.

The opportunity

  • Performs and reviews engineering power engineering studies and calculations including short circuit, load flow, reactive compensation sizing, cable ampacity, arc flash study, harmonic study, insulation coordination, protection coordination, grounding, battery sizing study and auxiliary system sizing.

  • Size major electrical equipment including transformers, circuit breakers, switches, inverters, generators, capacitor banks, reactors, surge arrestors, switchgear, current transformers, cables and UPS systems.

  • Perform protective relay coordination, settings, and configuration.

  • Perform engineering calculations using PSSE, ETAP, SKM, Easy Power, PSCAD, Mathcad Prime or equivalent tools.

The skills

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.

  • Minimum of 8 years of related work experience.

  • Advanced knowledge of renewable energy systems including onshore wind, PV solar, and BESS, and data center electrical systems.

  • Hands on experience with power studies software like PSSE, ETAP, SKM, Easy Power, PSCAD, Mathcad Prime or equivalent tools.

  • Demonstrated leadership experience in both project and discipline-level responsibilities.

  • Familiarity with IEEE standards for protection system, transformer, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, grounding, cables, and neutral grounding transformers.

Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal.?If this role is not quite what you are looking for, but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our?Talent Community?where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world.

What we offer you

Benefits at Work?- At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm's financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future

Flexible Working?- We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available

New York Hiring Range?- The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in New York is $140,850 to $175,000 per year.?This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level.?Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Houston will differ.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.

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