Principal Power Systems Engineer

Requisition

Requisition: 83731

PSEG Company: PSEG Services Corp.

Salary Range: $ 107,600 - $ 170,300

Work Location Category: Hybrid Flexible

We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use energy more efficiently and it’s safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.

In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of three work location categories:

As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits from day one, designed to support your total well‑being: medical, dental, vision, parental leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Engineer to join PSE&G Planning department. As a member of our dynamic team, you will play a crucial role in developing and proposing future Distribution and Transmission system upgrades required to maintain system reliability for the short range and long-range planning horizons. You will be responsible for performing various technical analyses, such as interconnection, load-flow, stability, and short circuit studies, to evaluate and optimize the performance of PSE&G’s distribution and transmission system.

Your expertise will contribute to determining future reinforcements and solutions to mitigate overloads and address other power system issues. You will also be responsible to assist work related to the load forecasting.

• Conduct complex power system engineering studies to determine the limitations (thermal, voltage, short‑circuit, and stability) of the PSE&G transmission and distribution system.
• Perform engineering analysis (using power system analysis tools such as PSS/E, TARA, CYME, ASPEN etc.) to assess the timing of the electric system reinforcements, ensuring the reliability and economic operation of the bulk power system.
• Analyze potential operating limitations and assist in developing operating procedures to guide system operators.
• Evaluate the impact of new customer connections and distributed energy resources (DERs) on the distribution system and propose appropriate mitigation measures.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation summarizing analysis results, recommended solutions, and future reinforcement plans.
• Develop and maintain distribution system models, databases, and documentation to support planning activities.
• Develop load forecast for both short and long‑term horizons.
• Maintain and apply a working knowledge of PSE&G business controls to meet management's expectations for effective internal controls.
• Collaborate closely with divisions and the PJM Regional Transmission Organization planning group to coordinate future expansion plans.
• Stay updated on industry standards, regulations, and emerging trends in power system planning, incorporating this knowledge to enhance planning methodologies and practices.

• B.S. in Engineering
• 6 years of power systems analysis experience
• Requires working knowledge of power flow, contingency analysis, and short circuit
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment
• Possess leadership skills, professionalism and customer/client focus
• Must have effective problem‑solving and decision‑making skills, strong planning and organizing skills, must be adaptable and results‑oriented
• Must…