Entry-Level Electrical Engineer (Renewables)

POWER Engineers, Inc. is seeking an Entry-level Electrical Protection/Studies Engineer for our office in Boise, ID. The successful applicant will be responsible for performing electrical studies and/or performing protective relaying configurations/calculations for utility and industrial/commercial clients. Applicable power systems primarily include renewable generation facilities, substations, transmission systems, and distribution systems.  Activities will consist of one or more of the following:

Protective Relaying: short circuit and symmetrical component analysis, time-current coordination, protection scheme and criteria development, relay settings calculation, integration with SCADA systems, NERC compliance, and arc flash analysis.  Applicable software:  AcSELerator Quickset (SEL-5030), AcSELerator Architect, GE Enervista, ASPEN Oneliner, SKM-PTW, ETAP, RSCAD/RTDS

Power System Planning Studies: steady-state real and reactive power flow including outage contingencies, generation interconnect feasibility, P-V and Q-V analysis for voltage stability margins, dynamic stability performance, automation of large batch simulations, working with models from NERC regional entities (WECC, MRO, SERC etc.), NERC compliance.  Applicable Software: PSS/E, PSLF, PowerWorld, Python Scripting

Infrastructure Design Studies: substation grounding, corona and electric and magnetic fields, insulation coordination (lightning, switching surge, and contamination performance), transient (time domain) simulation, power quality (harmonics, voltage flicker, over/under voltage, etc.), motor starting, AC interference (transmission line interaction with railroads and pipelines).  Applicable Software: CDEGS, ATP-EMTP, PSCAD

The successful applicant must demonstrate aptitude in the following:

• Integrity
• Initiative and self-sufficiency
• Spoken and written communication
• Troubleshooting and problem solving
• Interpersonal relations
• Organization

Required Education/Experience:

• Pursuit of a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology from an ABET-accredited university.
• Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles, including understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations
• Ability to work in design teams, is self-motivated to perform assigned tasks, and take the initiative to learn new topics
• Must have strong command of English language; experience and demonstrated written and oral communications skills, including the ability to present information, facilitate meetings and provide direction to others
• Candidate has demonstrated interest in consulting engineering and the renewable energy industry.
• Candidate must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship

Desired Education/Experience:

• Within one (3) three months of graduation
• GPA above 3.0/4.0
•  Power system courses covering topics such as three-phase power, load flow, reactive compensation, protective relaying, symmetrical components, transmission line theory, power system transients, dynamic stability, and power system electromagnetics
• Familiarity with electrical design drawings/schematics
• Internships and experience in the technical areas and software listed in the Job Description section
• Engineer In Training (EIT) certification, with the expectation to work toward professional engineering registration (PE)

You’ll work on fun and challenging projects and initiatives. You’ll have the chance to make a positive impact on society and the environment. And you’ll find the support, coaching and training it takes to advance your career.

We get to make POWER a great place to work. That includes providing competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefit package:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation/Paid Sick Leave
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K
• Telehealth Benefit covers all providers
• Maternity and Paternity Leave  
• New Dads and Moms Benefit program
• Fertility Benefits
• Gender-affirming care

POWER is a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!

POWER is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.