Power System Engineering

DLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative, mission-critical solutions across hyperscale data centers, advanced infrastructure, and high-performance building systems. Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States

This position in DLB’s Mission Critical Department focuses primarily on hyperscale data centers and related mission critical facilities.

The Power Systems Study Engineer III will have the opportunity to work with and collaborate with all design staff and further develop their power studies expertise. This person will work as part of the Engineering Team to complete short circuit coordination and arc flash studies on a wide variety of mission critical projects.

The Power Systems Study Engineer III will receive limited direction on day-to-day work and general instruction on new projects or assignments. Will execute and assist project leadership on projects of complex scope. The Power Systems Study Engineer III will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

Independently perform Power System Studies for mission critical projects. Equipment Evaluation: Assess the capabilities, ratings, and condition of equipment such as transformers, circuit breakers, and capacitors to determine if they meet system requirements.

Short Circuit Analysis: Evaluate potential fault conditions to determine the system's response and ensure that equipment ratings are not exceeded.

Arc Flash Analysis: Conduct studies to determine potential arc flash hazards, calculate incident energy, and recommend safety practices and protective equipment.

Transient Stability Analysis: Prepare incremental and final deliverables including breaker settings tables, TCC’s, arc flash labels, and final reports as required by the project scope.

Fluent in Power System Study software including one or more of the following:

Project Management & Reporting (20%)

Assist with proposal development including project scope, schedule and budget

Timely and effective management of project deliverables including personal workload forecasting and coordination

Identify potential project scope changes and aid in development of strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines

Perform QAQC peer reviews for projects where he or she is not the lead design engineer / power system study specialist.

Prepare project reports for internal and external stakeholders for projects which he or she is involved.

Technology, Digital Tools & AI-Enabled Efficiency

Leverage AI-enabled and digital tools to enhance efficiency, reduce manual effort, and support consistent, high-quality work output.

Identify opportunities to improve processes and demonstrate a continuous learning mindset, seeking out new technologies, skills, and methods that elevate individual and team performance.

Adapt to emerging technologies and evolving digital workflows, actively supporting the integration and adoption of innovative tools across the organization.

Knowledge of electrical topologies associated with mission critical facilities.

Knowledge of the operation, types, and settings of protective devices like relays, circuit breakers, and fuses.

Understanding of the ratings, capabilities, and conditions of various power system equipment.

Skill in using power system simulation software such as ETAP, PSS/E, SKM, Easy Power, etc.

Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management

Skilled at reviewing design drawings and equipment submittals.

Skilled in performing code analysis including selection of equipment, wiring, etc. Skilled in performing code analysis and advanced knowledge of electrical codes

Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace

Ability to follow company and site safety requirements

Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence

Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Frequently moving through office, facility and other environments

On occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds

Travel / Relocation Requirements

Up to 10%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states

Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from ABET accredited institution

Minimum of five years of electrical engineering experience

Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)

Flex spending accounts (FSA)

Dental and vision plans

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26

401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option

Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents

Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage

Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance

CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only: We encourage diversity in our workforce.

Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. 104,738 - 130,502.05 USD per year (Remote (United States))

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