Overview
Kimley-Horn's Tampa, FL office is seeking a Power Systems Engineer in Training with 5+ years of experience to join their Power Delivery team. With a focus on serving clients within the power delivery and energy sectors, the Power Systems Engineer will act as a technical expert in the analysis of power systems transient and steady state. This is an in-office position.
Responsibilities
- Support the power electrical team to analyze systems, create software models, and write reports for various projects e.g. commercial, industrial and generation projects
- Studies performed may include (per candidate experience):
- Load Flow / Reactive Power Analysis
- Arc Flash, Short Circuit, and Coordination studies using ETAP or any steady state power system tool
- Transient studies using PSS/E and PSCAD
- Harmonic studies using ETAP, PSCAD or transient software
- Partner with the electrical team to create calculations and drawings for various project types
- Continually gain knowledge in power & energy industry
- Assist with project design, specifications, and plans support
- Review work with quality in mind to confirm compliance with Kimley-Horn quality standards
Qualifications
- 5+ years’ experience as an Electrical Engineer for an engineering firm or EPC
- PSCAD, PSS/E, ETAP, WinIGS, or CDEGS experience preferred
- Understanding or willing to learn, the NEC 2020 and IEEE standards and keep up with emerging technologies
- General understanding of engineering and energy systems
- Load Flow, Coordination, Short Circuit, and Arc Flash studies basic theory and methodology
- Proficiency using Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (AutoCAD)
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Ability to work and manage several project teams concurrently
- The ability to work independently or in a team environment effectively
- The ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment
- PE certification or path to move towards certification is preferred #LI-AT1
Why Kimley-Horn?
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 17 years!
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
- Support the power electrical team to analyze systems, create software models, and write reports for various projects e.g. commercial, industrial and generation projects - Studies performed may include (per candidate experience): - Load Flow / Reactive Power Analysis - Arc Flash, Short Circuit, and Coordination studies using ETAP or any steady state power system tool - Transient studies using PSS/E and PSCAD - Harmonic studies using ETAP, PSCAD or transient software - Partner with the electrical team to create calculations and drawings for various project types - Continually gain knowledge in power & energy industry - Assist with project design, specifications, and plans support - Review work with quality in mind to confirm compliance with Kimley-Horn quality standards
