Principal Electrical Studies Engineer

Provide expert technical oversight and comprehensive review of a wide range of studies performed for utility-scale renewable generation, storage, and related facilities by junior and senior electrical systems studies engineers. Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for internal and external clients and assist with problem resolution. Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, grid interconnection requirements, and other regulatory requirements. Support the development and execution of advanced electrical systems modeling and studies for steady-state, transient, and dynamic analysis, including plant control modeling. Mentor, guide, and assist in training electrical studies engineers and assist in the development of internal standards and practices for improved studies comprehensiveness and performance.

1. Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with coursework in power systems or electric power engineering earned from an ABET accredited institution.

2. Seven (7) years of professional engineering experience.

3. Four (4) years of experience in utility-scale renewable power plant electrical design, modeling, and analysis, which may have been gained as a part of or in addition to the professional engineering experience.

4. Additional experience must include:

• Providing independent review and feedback on electrical power systems studies for renewable power plant designs.
• Solar photovoltaic, wind, and battery storage project design, including the electrical aspects of these designs.
• Power systems analysis and electrical systems studies and related concepts including for arc flash analysis, cable ampacity, load flow and reactive power, short circuit and effective grounding, concentric neutral induced voltage (CNIV), insulation coordination, power and energy loss, system grounding, harmonic, voltage flicker, and transient stability studies.
• DIgSILENT PowerFactory as a primary modeling tool - specifically for performance of detailed system modeling, load flow and reactive power analysis, short circuit and effective grounding analysis, harmonic and voltage flicker analysis, protective device coordination, and concentric neutral induced voltage analysis.
• Modeling and analysis with ETAP, WinIGS, NREL SAM, PVsyst, and CYMCAP.
• Dynamic plant and control-system modeling in PSSE, PSLF, and EMTP.
• Applicable standards in IEEE, ICEA, NFPA, OSHA, NEC, and IEC.
• Grid interconnection requirements and performance of reactive power studies to demonstrate facility compliance with local and federal requirements.
• Programming language using C/C++/Python scripts for automation.

5. Must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative "One Team" mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients' success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.

We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.

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In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after 5/6/2026.