Principal Engineer, Generator Modeling

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

📋 Description

• Manage generator models throughout the entire project lifecycle, from interconnection study phases through to construction and operations.

• Prepare, review, and submit generator models for renewable resources associated with interconnection request packages, as-built model submissions, and compliance with ISO and NERC requirements.

• Supervise consultant activities related to plant models utilizing PSLF, PSSE, PSCAD, and Aspen.

• Coordinate and prioritize modeling tasks among both internal and external resources.

• Lead team members to achieve results and enhance workflows.

• Provide guidance to engineers on model construction, verification, data collection, and analysis.

• Ensure that generator models align with the expectations of Transmission Planners and Planning Coordinators.

• Verify that models fulfill ride-through and reactive power requirements and that parameters are set appropriately.

• Oversee data collection from manufacturers, contractors, and external consultants.

• Manage generator models that include substation schematics, inverter/turbine configurations, power plant controller behavior, and generator characteristics.

• Monitor and apply generator model updates in accordance with ISO and NERC standards.

• Coordinate responses to requests and concerns from Transmission Planners and Planning Coordinators regarding modeling.

• Oversee field tests for model validation in compliance with MOD-026-2 verifications.

• Guide projects to ensure compliance with MOD-032, MOD-026-2, and PRC-029 standards.

• Train engineers on model development and validation processes.

• Identify and implement efficiencies in the modeling process from interconnection requests to as-built models.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.

• 8-10+ years of experience with modeling software (PSSE and/or PSLF); generator modeling experience is preferred.

• A minimum of 1+ years of experience with electromagnetic transient (EMT) models in PSCAD.

• Extensive experience in modeling generation using PSSE and PSLF.

• Experience in modeling generation plants in PSCAD.

• Familiarity with interconnection study models and interconnection request packages in WECC, HECO, and ERCOT.

• Comprehensive knowledge of model validation, including ride-through tests, stability tests, and model verifications.

• Understanding of steady-state, dynamics, and short circuit data requirements and reporting protocols.

• Experience with Aspen for conducting short circuit studies.

• Knowledge of MOD standards and PRC-029 regulations.

• Excellent comprehension of inverter-based technology operations and inverter settings.

• Proficient in reading substation and PPC control schematics and understanding inverter/turbine settings.

• Proven leadership and project management skills.

• Experience in training and supervising engineers in model development and review processes.

• Strong skills in communication, organization, prioritization, problem-solving, and technical documentation.

• Ability to work remotely and independently for extended periods without direct supervision.

• Capability to collaborate with HV EPCs, power utilities, consultants, and internal stakeholders.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual bonus.

• Medical coverage.

• Dental coverage.

• Vision coverage.

• Life insurance.

• 401(k) eligibility.

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

• Flexible remote work arrangement.