Consultant II

Job Family:

Travel Required:

Clearance Required:

What You Will Do:

• Responsible in developing, delivering, and supporting technical solutions related to the transmission & distribution power grids, especially focused on the changing industry dynamics as part of a clean energy future.
• Perform power systems analysis including transmission planning feasibility studies, System Impact Studies and Generator Interconnection Studies.
• Perform Steady State Simulation, Dynamic Stability Simulation, Voltage Stability Simulation, and Short Circuit Analysis, and recommend mitigations.
• Develop and fine tune dynamic models for conventional and inverter-based resources (IBRs) and implement them for transient & EMT simulation-based analyses.
• Organize all tasks and schedules in carrying out substantial business analyses and delivering high-quality, client-ready work and deliverables.

• Manage and act as technical solution delivery consultant on projects related to electrical transmission and distribution system planning studies to determine transmission requirements.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or master’s degree or Doctorate in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering from a recognized university.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Power Systems Engineering professional work experience excluding internships, co-ops, or fellowships.
• Familiarity with or ability to quickly become adept at IEEE, IEC, NERC, and local grid regulatory requirements and processes for various transmission systems around the world.
• Knowledge on various transmission planning concepts, practices and procedures, and ability to apply Transmission Planning reliability criteria to perform analyses.
• In-depth knowledge of transmission and distribution systems from a planning and operations standpoint.
• Technical understanding of various power systems engineering tools such as PSLF, PSSE, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD, EMTP, ASPEN OneLiner, TARA, CAPE,  DSATools, or PowerWorld Simulator.
• Excellent oral, presenting, and written communication skills.
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Consulting experience within the utilities industry.
• Knowledge of resource interconnection and expansion planning practices and protocols.
• Working knowledge of ISO/RTO operations and functions.
• Flexibility to work in mid shift timings (UK shift).

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

About Guidehouse

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