Grid Ops and Planning System Studies Engineer

EPRI

Technical resource for grid operations, planning, and bulk system variable generation integration. Involves developing analytical models and applying advanced techniques in power systems operations.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeRemote • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $107,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in power system analysis through advanced modeling and simulation techniques, utilizing tools such as PSS®E and PSLF. Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python support the development and maintenance of analytical software tools.

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Power System AnalysisC/C++ ProgrammingPython ProgrammingPSS®EPSLF

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Hard Skills

Analytical ModelingSimulation TechniquesPower System StudiesTechnical ResearchSoftware Development

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

PSS®EPSLFPowerWorld

Industry Keywords

Power Systems OperationsBulk System IntegrationControl Performance AssessmentAI-Based Approaches

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Technical resource to the grid operations, planning, and bulk system variable generation integration and system studies groups
Developing analytical models and applying advanced techniques to solve complex issues in power systems operations and planning
Performing simulations using tools such as PSS®E and PSLF to validate analytical findings and assess control performance
Conduct modeling and simulation-based power system studies
Support the development and maintenance/upgrade of software tools for power system analysis, with both traditional analytical methods and AI-based approaches
Conduct technical research and analyze information in support of the project team
Support application and case studies
Assists technical research leads in assessing customer needs, formulating technical approaches, preparing proposals, technical publications/papers, and making presentations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field or equivalent experience required
MS or PhD Degree in Engineering or Sciences preferred
Strong programming skills (preferably C/C++ and Python)
Experience of using Power System Tools PSSE, PSLF, PowerWorld or other similar software for carrying out the power system studies
Good verbal and written communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
401k
STD/LTD and paid family leave
life and accident insurance
paid time off (flexible vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay)
eligible to participate in EPRI’s annual incentive program