[Remote] Principal Engineer / Engineering Manager — Power System Studies

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Electric Power Engineers (EPE) is growing its Energy Resources team and is looking for a technical authority in EMT modelling and power system studies. The role involves delivering complex study programs, mentoring junior engineers, and leading the adoption of AI-augmented engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• EMT & steady-state studies — execute client-ready deliverables that meet project objectives on time and on budget
• Dynamic model development — generator/load/equipment models tuned and benchmarked against field data in PSCAD/PSS/E
• Client advisory — translate complex results into decisions that move projects forward
• Team growth — measurably develop junior engineers through mentorship and technical review
• AI-augmented workflows — lead adoption of AI-assisted simulation, automated QA, and LLM-driven reporting tools within the team

Skills

• 8+ years in power system modelling and studies
• B.Sc. or higher in Electrical Engineering (power systems focus)
• Proficiency in PSCAD, PSS/E, ETAP, or equivalents; additional tools (CDEGS, EMTP, PowerFactory) are a plus
• Scripting skills (Python or MATLAB) for workflow automation and simulation data processing
• Working knowledge of IEEE, IEC, and CIGRE standards
• Ability to champion the adoption of AI and automation tools within the team, building internal capacity and establishing best practices for AI-augmented engineering workflows
• Data center power systems — large load dynamics, equipment modelling, power quality
• Conventional or IBR generation — machine dynamics, control system tuning, disturbance ride-through
• Design studies — TOV, TRV, switching overvoltage, insulation coordination, lightning overvoltage, harmonics, flicker, energization

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• MyShare Employee Ownership Program
• Work with industry leaders
• 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)

Company Overview

Electric Power Engineers, Inc. (EPE) is a leading power engineering consulting firm. It was founded in 1968, and is headquartered in Austin, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.epeconsulting.com.

Company H1B Sponsorship

Electric Power Engineers has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2026, 12 in 2025, 7 in 2024, 2 in 2023, 7 in 2022, 4 in 2021, 5 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.