Senior Power System Engineer

Quanta Services•Houston, TX

17h

About The Position

Every moment of every day, people all over the world rely on electricity provided by Quanta Services and its customers. With its highly skilled and innovative workforce, Quanta is the largest specialty contractor in North America that powers modern life. Find your future with us by being a part of something bigger – leading the energy transition in building a better world for generations to come. We encourage and inspire our people to embrace opportunities within our corporate office and 200 operating companies providing solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, and communications industries worldwide. Quanta’s culture is about creating an environment where all employees can be themselves, are valued, and have an equal opportunity to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. POSITION OVERVIEW We are seeking a Senior Engineer – Electrical Design Studies to lead and execute advanced power system studies across transmission, distribution, and generation networks. This role is ideal for a technically strong engineer who enjoys solving complex challenges, mentoring others, and working directly with clients to deliver impactful results. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in areas such as grounding, insulation coordination, electromagnetic transients, and power quality. You will work in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support utility clients across North America.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
10+ years of experience in power system studies, with a focus on design studies
Proven ability to lead complex technical projects independently
Strong communication skills and experience in client-facing roles
Willingness to travel occasionally for client meetings and site visits
PSCAD, ATP-EMTP, CDEGS, WinIGS
Familiarity with ASPEN, CAPE, SKM, ETAP, PSS/E, PowerWorld, or Python scripting is a plus

Nice To Haves

Graduate coursework or certifications in power systems, EMTP, or related areas
Professional Engineer (P.E. or P.Eng.) license
Experience in protection or system planning studies
Prior involvement in proposal development and business development

Responsibilities

Lead technical studies involving grounding, insulation coordination, AC interference, and transient simulations.
Perform detailed modeling and analysis using tools such as PSCAD, ATP-EMTP, CDEGS, and WinIGS.
Translate complex technical findings into actionable insights for clients.
Support proposal development, project scoping, and client relationship management.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal knowledge sharing.
Collaborate with protection, planning, and field engineering teams to integrate study results.
Ensure all work meets high standards of quality, compliance, and industry best practices.