Generator Modeling Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Prepare, review, and submit generator models for both new and existing renewable resources.

• Assist with interconnection request packages, as-built model submissions, as well as ISO and NERC requirements.

• Ensure that generator model builds conform to the expectations of Transmission Planners and Planning Coordinators.

• Confirm that models satisfy ride-through and reactive power requirements while maintaining reasonable parameters.

• Collect model-build data from manufacturers, contractors, and external consultants with minimal oversight.

• Validate generator models against substation schematics, inverter/turbine settings, power plant controller behaviors, and generator specifications.

• Monitor and implement generator model upgrades in compliance with ISO and NERC requirements.

• Address modeling requests and concerns from Transmission Planners and Planning Coordinators.

• Supervise model-validation field tests for MOD-025, MOD-026, and MOD-027 verifications.

• Guide development projects to ensure compliance with MOD-025, MOD-032, MOD-026, MOD-027, and PRC-024 standards.

• Report directly to the Senior Manager of Generator Modeling.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.

• 1–5 years of experience with modeling software such as PSSE, PowerWorld, and/or PSLF.

• Preference for candidates with generator modeling experience.

• Familiarity with interconnection packages.

• Understanding of MOD standards and PRC-024.

• Experience in transmission and/or generation steady-state and dynamic modeling using PSSE and PSLF.

• Background with interconnection study models and interconnection request packages.

• Knowledge of model validation processes, including ride-through tests and stability tests.

• Awareness of short circuit data and modeling practices.

• Understanding of renewable generation modeling and necessary data inputs.

• Capability to gather substantial information from various sources for model construction.

• Comprehension of detailed modeling versus equivalent modeling, along with the ability to identify unreasonable model values.

• Proficiency in initiating projects, working independently, generating ideas, and presenting strategies to achieve objectives.

• Aptitude for solving complex issues across multiple domains.

• Ability to collaborate across departments and organizations.

• Capacity to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Competency in reviewing intricate analyses and producing formal documentation, technical reports, and presentations.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and projects effectively.

• Capability to work remotely and independently for extended periods.

• Personal values in alignment with AES Corporation’s principles of Safety First, Highest Standards, and All Together.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual bonus.

• Medical coverage.

• Dental coverage.

• Vision coverage.

• Life insurance.

• Eligibility for 401(k).

• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.

• Remote work arrangement.

• Minimal travel required.