Senior Power System Studies Engineer

Senior Power System Studies Engineer at Pond & Company Senior Power System Studies Engineer at Pond & Company in Columbia, South Carolina Posted in about 14 hours ago.

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About the Position Pond is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Systems Studies to join our growing team of Energy Professionals. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of related experience and a strong interest in collaborating, innovating, and supporting complex electrical system studies across a wide range of energy markets. In this role, you will support Pond's Power System Studies efforts for clients across the United States. Projects will span multiple markets and geographies, offering opportunities to broaden your expertise in power system analysis and design. The Senior Electrical Engineer will serve as a technical contributor and task lead, supporting and executing system studies while collaborating closely with project managers, discipline leads, and other engineers. This position emphasizes hands-on technical work, technical mentorship, and client interaction, without formal people management responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Perform and support power system studies and analyses for utility, power delivery, renewable energy, and industrial clients Execute and review system studies including load flow, short-circuit, coordination, arc flash, and other advanced analyses as required Support advanced studies such as steady-state and dynamic power flow, contingency analysis, voltage stability, transient stability, harmonics, time-series power flow, and protection studies for generation and renewable sources Utilize industry-standard power systems software such as PSS®E, PSCAD, CYME, ETAP, SKM, or similar tools Coordinate with project managers and technical leads to support scope development, schedules, and execution plans Support preparation, review, and quality control of engineering deliverables, including technical reports and study documentation Collaborate directly with clients to gather data, clarify technical requirements, and review study results Participate in design reviews, technical meetings, and client presentations Provide technical guidance and informal mentorship to junior engineers Support proposal development by contributing technical input, methodologies, and effort estimates Experience and Qualifications Bachelor of Science (BS) in Electrical Engineering or equivalent; Master's degree encouraged 10+ years of experience performing power system studies Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred Experience supporting multiple system studies projects simultaneously Familiarity with Independent System Operators (ISOs) and their technical and interconnection requirements Demonstrated ability to communicate technical findings clearly to clients and internal teams Strong ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with a proactive, self-motivated approach Desire to continue learning and growing technically within the electrical systems studies discipline All Pond & Company positions require participation in at least one in-person interview as part of our hiring process, and most roles also require in-person onboarding at a Pond office location; candidates should expect to meet directly with our team and should be cautious of any communication suggesting otherwise. About Pond Pond is an award-winning, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years. Pond's staff of 800+ professionals provide a deep bench strength of experience and capabilities to offer customized solutions that help clients manage projects from concept to completion - and everything in between - with confidence and clarity. Pond is currently ranked as the 80th largest engineering and design firm by ENR, Atlanta's #1 engineering firm by Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been recognized as an Employer of the Year by Georgia ACEC and a Best Place to Work for Working Parents. Additional Information Many factors are considered when determining compensation at Pond, including scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience. Starting base pay may vary depending on these factors. Please see the hiring range associated with this posting for more information. Additional cash incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on position offered. Learn more about Pond's comprehensive benefits offerings here . All offers of employment made by Pond & Company are contingent upon satisfactory background check results. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted on all candidates that are offered a position at Pond in compliance with program policy as well as state and federal regulations. Additionally, offers may be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug and alcohol test. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Employment decisions at Pond are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state and local laws in jurisdictions where we operate. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hrdepartment@pondco.com . Apply for this position at careers.pondco.com . We are always looking for driven professionals of all disciplines to join our fast-growing company. For more information on our services, clientele, or employment opportunities, visit our website at www.pondco.com. Should you run into any issues in completing the application, please reach out to recruiters@pondco.com for assistance.