Power Systems Study Engineer III

Position Title: Power Systems Study Engineer III

Position Location: Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States

Job Summary

This position in DLB’s Mission Critical Department focuses primarily on hyperscale data centers and related mission critical facilities.

The Power Systems Study Engineer III will have the opportunity to work with and collaborate with all design staff and further develop their power studies expertise. This person will work as part of the Engineering Team to complete short circuit coordination and arc flash studies on a wide variety of mission critical projects.

The Power Systems Study Engineer III will receive limited direction on day-to-day work and general instruction on new projects or assignments.  Will execute and assist project leadership on projects of complex scope.  Will work independently or under limited supervision.

The Power Systems Study Engineer III will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

Essential Functions

Guide and Direct Power Systems Studies (80%)

Independently perform Power System Studies for mission critical projects. Activities include but are not limited to the following:

• Equipment Evaluation: Assess the capabilities, ratings, and condition of equipment such as transformers, circuit breakers, and capacitors to determine if they meet system requirements.
• Load Flow Studies: Analyze current and future system load to ensure power delivery without overloading components.
• Short Circuit Analysis: Evaluate potential fault conditions to determine the system's response and ensure that equipment ratings are not exceeded.
• Protection Coordination: Study the settings of protective devices such as relays, circuit breakers, and fuses to ensure they coordinate correctly and provide optimal protection.
• Arc Flash Analysis: Conduct studies to determine potential arc flash hazards, calculate incident energy, and recommend safety practices and protective equipment.
• Transient Stability Analysis: Evaluate the power system's ability to maintain synchronism after large disturbances, such as faults or sudden changes in load, motor starting, etc.
• Prepare incremental and final deliverables including breaker settings tables, TCC’s, arc flash labels, and final reports as required by the project scope.
• Fluent in Power System Study software including one or more of the following:
• • SKM Powertools
  • EasyPower
  • ETAP

Project Management & Reporting (20%)

• Assist with proposal development including project scope, schedule and budget
• Timely and effective management of project deliverables including personal workload forecasting and coordination
• Identify potential project scope changes and aid in development of strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines
• Perform QAQC peer reviews for projects where he or she is not the lead design engineer / power system study specialist.
• Prepare project reports for internal and external stakeholders for projects which he or she is involved.

 Technology, Digital Tools & AI-Enabled Efficiency

• Leverage AI-enabled and digital tools to enhance efficiency, reduce manual effort, and support consistent, high-quality work output.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and demonstrate a continuous learning mindset, seeking out new technologies, skills, and methods that elevate individual and team performance.
• Adapt to emerging technologies and evolving digital workflows, actively supporting the integration and adoption of innovative tools across the organization.

Completion of assigned tasks and deliverables on time and on budget

Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned

Position Requirements (INTERMEDIATE level for all the following)

• Knowledge of electrical topologies associated with mission critical facilities.
• Knowledge of the operation, types, and settings of protective devices like relays, circuit breakers, and fuses.
• Understanding of the ratings, capabilities, and conditions of various power system equipment.
• Knowledge of industry and safety standards related to power systems, especially concerning arc flash hazards and other safety-related matters.
• Knowledge of the effects and requirements of connecting new generation or loads to existing systems.
• Skill in using power system simulation software such as ETAP, PSS/E, SKM, Easy Power, etc.
• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
• Skilled at reviewing design drawings and equipment submittals.
• Skilled in performing code analysis including selection of equipment, wiring, etc. to meet code requirements
• Skilled in performing code analysis and advanced knowledge of electrical codes
• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
• Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
• Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others
• Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Physical Demands

The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is

• Frequently required to remain in a stationary position
• Frequently moving through office, facility and other environments
• On occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds

Travel / Relocation Requirements

• Up to 10%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states
• Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from ABET accredited institution

PLUS

• Minimum of five years of electrical engineering experience

Benefits

DLB Associates offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
• Flex spending accounts (FSA)
• Dental and vision plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment

CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only: In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is DLB's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location.

DLB Associates is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce.

Are you ready to challenge yourself and redefine standards in the AEC industry? Apply now and join our award-winning team!​

​NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

DLB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of DLB and DLB will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.