<h2>Overview</h2>We are designing the grid of the future!  EPE is seeking a Senior Principal Engineer with a background in Generation, Load Interconnection, or Transmission Planning studies in the ERCOT region. This role is ideal for a technical expert who thrives on solving hard problems, building trusted relationships and enjoys mentoring others. <h2>Responsibilities</h2>How you can make an impact: Technical Leadership &amp; Team Development<ul> <li>Perform complex load and generation interconnection studies in line with TSP and ERCOT’s methodology.</li></ul><ul> <li>Perform model benchmarking for both generation and load projects in accordance with existing or emerging requirements to assist clients in demonstrating compliance.</li></ul><ul> <li>When required, step in to support more junior staff members leveraging your technical skills to assist them in troubleshooting complex issues.</li></ul><ul> <li>Mentor and empower a small team of engineers fostering a culture of excellence, accountability and innovation.</li></ul><ul> <li>Demonstrate extreme ownership by taking responsibility for outcomes, decisions, and overall project success.</li></ul><ul> <li>Enhance internal capability by coaching staff on both technical and client-facing skills.</li></ul><ul> <li>Enhance delivery frameworks, QA/QC processes to ensure projects are delivered effectively to the highest quality standards. </li></ul>  Client &amp; Market Impact<ul> <li>Serve as a trusted advisor to generation and large load developers helping them navigate ERCOT’s evolving interconnection landscape.</li></ul><ul> <li>Translate complex technical issues into clear and actionable insights that accelerate client decision-making and support project success.</li></ul><ul> <li>Leverage strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills to gather necessary input and make informed recommendations even in situations where there is inherent ambiguity.</li></ul><ul> <li>Lead reviews of interconnection studies and identify creative pathways to remove roadblocks and expedite projects.</li></ul><h2>Qualifications</h2>Bring your passion, here's what’s needed:<ul> <li>6+ years of experience in the electric energy industry supporting Generation, Load Interconnection, or Transmission Planning studies </li> <li>Strong understanding of ERCOT and TSP interconnection requirements and standards.</li> <li>Direct experience working at ERCOT, a Utility in its footprint, or as a consultant on behalf of these entities.</li> <li>Experience in IBR modelling and/or load modelling.</li> <li>Proven ability to connect the dots between technical depth and commercial strategy.</li> <li>Exceptional communicator who can influence and make decisions confidently under uncertainty.</li> <li>Strong written and verbal communication and ability to work collaboratively and effectively with cross-functional teams.</li> <li>Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.</li></ul> Beneficial Experience<ul> <li>Experience performing interconnection or transmission planning studies outside of ERCOT.</li></ul><ul> <li>Experience with EMT (ideally PSCAD) studies.</li></ul> Lead the change!Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through advanced energy intelligence.  For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe, providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid.   Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy.   How we support you:<ul> <li>Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you</li> <li>Generous PTO and paid holidays</li> <li>MyShare Employee Ownership Program</li> <li>Work with industry leaders</li> <li>401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)</li> <li>Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities base on position.</li></ul> Location: This position is open to remote US/CanadaTravel:  Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less) EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster  Third-Party Recruiting NotificationEPE does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to EPE via our career page or to any of our managers or employees will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency. EPE will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency without a previously signed third-party agreement and has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Talent Acquisition team.  #LI-KM1

A leader in grid reliability and resiliency, Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe for over 50 years. EPE&rsquo;s client-centric approach delivers unmatched expertise throughout the project lifecycle, with a platform of comprehensive services and proprietary solutions spanning utility engineering, grid and resource integration, reliability and compliance, digitalization, and grid analytics, as well as innovative software partnership with its sister company ENER-I.AI, Inc. Committed to designing and developing the grid of the future, EPE&rsquo;s highly experienced team of detail-oriented consultants are passionate about helping clients address complex engineering and grid modeling challenges, bridge gaps, and gain visibility into the evolving complexities of the grid. Learn more about EPE at epeconsulting.com

Senior Principal Engineer - ERCOT Interconnection and Planning

<h2>Overview</h2>We are designing the grid of the future!&nbsp; EPE is seeking a Senior Principal Engineer with a background in Generation, Load Interconnection, or Transmission Planning studies in the ERCOT region. This role is ideal for a technical expert who thrives on solving hard problems, building trusted relationships and enjoys mentoring others. <h2>Responsibilities</h2>How&nbsp;you can make an impact:&nbsp;Technical Leadership &amp; Team Development<ul> <li>Perform complex load and generation interconnection studies in line with TSP and ERCOT’s methodology.</li></ul><ul> <li>Perform model benchmarking for both generation and load projects in accordance with existing or emerging requirements to assist clients in demonstrating compliance.</li></ul><ul> <li>When required, step in to support more junior staff members leveraging your technical skills to assist them in troubleshooting complex issues.</li></ul><ul> <li>Mentor and empower a small team of engineers fostering a culture of excellence, accountability and innovation.</li></ul><ul> <li>Demonstrate extreme ownership by taking responsibility for outcomes, decisions, and overall project success.</li></ul><ul> <li>Enhance internal capability by coaching staff on both technical and client-facing skills.</li></ul><ul> <li>Enhance delivery frameworks, QA/QC processes to ensure projects are delivered effectively to the highest quality standards. </li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;Client &amp; Market Impact<ul> <li>Serve as a trusted advisor to generation and large load developers helping them navigate ERCOT’s evolving interconnection landscape.</li></ul><ul> <li>Translate complex technical issues into clear and actionable insights that accelerate client decision-making and support project success.</li></ul><ul> <li>Leverage strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills to gather necessary input and make informed recommendations even in situations where there is inherent ambiguity.</li></ul><ul> <li>Lead reviews of interconnection studies and identify creative pathways to remove roadblocks and expedite projects.</li></ul><h2>Qualifications</h2>Bring your passion, here's what’s needed:<ul> <li>6+ years of experience in the electric energy industry supporting Generation, Load Interconnection, or Transmission Planning studies&nbsp;</li> <li>Strong understanding of ERCOT and TSP interconnection requirements and standards.</li> <li>Direct experience working at ERCOT, a Utility in its footprint, or as a consultant on behalf of these entities.</li> <li>Experience in IBR modelling and/or load modelling.</li> <li>Proven ability to connect the dots between technical depth and commercial strategy.</li> <li>Exceptional communicator who can influence and make decisions confidently under uncertainty.</li> <li>Strong written and verbal communication and ability to work collaboratively and effectively with cross-functional teams.</li> <li>Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.</li></ul>&nbsp;Beneficial Experience<ul> <li>Experience performing interconnection or transmission planning studies outside of ERCOT.</li></ul><ul> <li>Experience with EMT (ideally PSCAD) studies.</li></ul>&nbsp;Lead the change!Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through advanced energy intelligence.&nbsp; For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe, providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid. &nbsp;&nbsp;Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy. &nbsp;&nbsp;How we support you:<ul> <li>Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for&nbsp;you</li> <li>Generous PTO and paid holidays</li> <li>MyShare Employee Ownership Program</li> <li>Work with industry leaders</li> <li>401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)</li> <li>Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities base on position.</li></ul>&nbsp;Location: This position is open to remote US/CanadaTravel:&nbsp; Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)&nbsp;EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links:&nbsp;EEOC is the Law Poster&nbsp;&nbsp;Third-Party Recruiting NotificationEPE does not accept unsolicited resumes from&nbsp;third-party recruiters. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to EPE via our career page or to any of our managers or employees will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency.&nbsp;EPE will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency&nbsp;without a previously signed third-party agreement&nbsp;and has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Talent Acquisition team.&nbsp;&nbsp;#LI-KM1

Senior Principal Engineer - ERCOT Interconnection and Planning

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