Power Studies Engineer II

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SUMMARY:

Mortenson is currently seeking an Power Studies Design Engineer II - with experience in building power system models in PSSE, PSCAD and/or ETAP and performing studies including: short circuit, reactive power, losses, arc flash, TOV or Harmonics. The role would be helping to study and design the latest utility scale Wind, Solar and Storage generation facilities and their interconnection to the grid.

You will be responsible for working closely with other engineering and design team members to coordinate the overall design package and requirements.

The base compensation range for this role in Denver, CO is $83,000 - $105,000. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%).

Hiring Locations: Minneapolis, MN; San Antonio TX; Fargo, ND; Denver, CO

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Minimum 2+ years of related work experience in power system studies for utility scale generation facilities.
• Responsible for working closely with other engineering and design team members to coordinate the overall design package and requirements
• Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria by using judgment in making adaptations and modifications and providing interpretations and conclusions with support from other Engineers
• Interface and present to multiple stakeholders (e.g. customer decision-makers, project teams, etc.)
• Perform data analysis and basic engineering calculations required for designs from low voltage through 500 kV substations.
• Assist with the review and approval of equipment vendor drawings and test reports on equipment from manufacturers with Lead Engineer's review and approval
• Provide engineering support for proposals, estimating, procurement, and construction
• Conduct project detailed designs aligned with our customer requirements and Mortenson's best practice standards
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and Design Phase Managers to successfully deliver design projects
• Verify that the construction agrees with electrical engineering design drawings, including field coordination and potential site visits.
• Assist in the development and evaluation of the technical requirements for fabrication and construction tender packages
• Assist in researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations
• Assist field personnel in resolving unanticipated site conditions
• Experienced in electrical power engineering theories and principles.
• Experienced in researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Education:

• Graduate of a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or related Engineering program. Strongly preferred degree is from a school of engineering with accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum.
• Professional Engineering (PE) certification or achievement of PE within 6 months of entering this role.

BENEFITS

• Mortenson provides a comprehensive benefits program to team members and their families to support their health, build long-term financial security, and provide the opportunity for work. and life balance. Benefits offered to non-craft, non-union, full-time team members include:
• Medical and prescription drug plans - the choice between two affordable HSA-eligible medical plans that include vision coverage.
• Dental plan.
• 401k retirement plan with generous matching and profit-sharing contributions.
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves.
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Employee assistance program online mental health tool and concierge.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Gym Membership Discount Program.
• Identity Theft Protection.

Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.

Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.

No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

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