Power System Engineer Associate

Power System Engineer Associate

JOB-10046357

Anticipated Start Date

May 11, 2026

Location

Taylor, TX

Type of Employment

Contract to Hire

Employer Info

Our client is a membership-based, nonprofit corporation dedicated to ensuring the reliability of the electric grid in Texas. As the independent system operator for the region, they seek skilled professionals to support their critical mission — ensuring a reliable electric grid, efficient markets, open access, and retail choice. With a diverse organization, employees bring a wide range of experience and expertise to excel in the current energy landscape while preparing for the future.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Power System Engineer Associate to join our team on a contract basis. The ideal candidate will provide engineering support to implement improved inverter-based resources (IBRs) capabilities and modeling for IBRs. Reviews submissions of technical data related to maximization of voltage ride-through (VRT) and frequency ride-through (FRT) to ensure compliance with Company requirements. Performs reliability power system studies, including steady-state and dynamic stability studies, to assess the impact of inverter based-resource VRT and FRT performance on the Company system. Works with market participants to understand requirements, facilitate submissions, and implementation of modifications or exemptions. Coordinates with internal Company teams to ensure all requirements related to VRT and FRT are being met. Serves as subject matter expert on topics related to VRT and FRT performance for inverter-based resources. Supports development of processes and procedures related to VRT and FRT maximization and may support development and implementation of future Revision Requests in this area.

Job Description

• Performs reliability power system studies, including steady-state and dynamic stability studies, to assess the impact of inverter based-resource voltage ride-through (VRT) and frequency ride-through (FRT) performance on the Company system.
• Reviews submissions of technical data related to maximization of voltage ride-through (VRT) and frequency ride-through (FRT) to ensure compliance with Company requirements.  
• Supports development of processes and procedures to implement NOGRR 245 and subsequent rulemakings at the PUCT and additional related Company revision requests.
• Provides technical support for cross functional project team to develop processes to receive submissions, review IBR performance based on Company requirements, and coordinates with other departments.
• Works with market participants to understand requirements, facilitate submissions, and implement modifications or exemptions.
• Reviews, evaluates and recommends disposition of requests for extensions and exemptions from VRT and FRT requirements to management.
• May represent Company is stakeholder groups.

Skills Required

• Level 1 Engineer: No minimum work experience required in excess of degree requirements

Preferred experience:

• Experience performing reliability power system studies.
• Background in renewable generation resources – Wind, Solar, or Battery.
• Experience analyzing voltage levels and relay or protection settings.
• Experience with Python, Powerworld, PSSE, or PSCAD.
• Good communication skills with ability to collaborate and communicate with external entities.

Education/Certification/Training

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required

Additional requirements

• Hybrid with minimum of 2 times a week onsite

Pay rate

• $33- $39 per hour (Compensation will be offered within this posted range based on experience, skills, and market factors)

HirePower Personnel, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.