Power System Engineer

Power Systems Engineer

We are seeking a Power Systems Engineer to join our team to be based out of our LATAM or West coast offices (
Houston, Dallas, Austin, Los Angeles or San Francisco
).

You will be a part of an integrated and growing team of utility renewable focused practitioners that cross disciplines in a holistic service offering inclusive of electrical & power engineers, civil engineers, and energy and sustainability consultants.

• Perform the electrical Power System studies for Substation, Data Center, Industrial plants, Solar plants and Wind Farm
• Conduct engineering calculations such as short-circuit analysis, cable ampacity sizing, load flow analysis, and AC/DC voltage drop calculations
• Perform the engineering design, technical strategy, and delivery of HV and EHV substation projects for power utilities and for the interconnection of renewables and data centers
• Prepare substation P&C design packages including single-line diagrams, protection and control schematics, elementary and wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, control house layout, cable schedules, relay panel front and rear layout, cable tray layout and bills of materials to quality, time and budget requirements
• Support in substation studies and calculations including AC auxiliary system sizing, battery sizing and voltage drop
• Provide construction support and inter-disciplinary coordination

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering
• At least 4 years of experience in the Power System studies related to substation and industrial facilities
• Must possess strong technical verbal and technical writing skills and be able to read and interpret technical literature
• Eligible to obtain PE license across any state
• Experience with short-circuit analysis, cable ampacity sizing, load flow analysis, and AC/DC voltage drop calculations and substation protection & control design
• Software experience - ETAP, SKM, ASPEN and Auto Cad

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits at Work:
At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm’s financial performance).

Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi‑annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future.

Flexible Working:
We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.

Houston Hiring Range:
The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Houston is $98,500 to $125,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Houston…