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With over four decades of expertise, we partner with some of the world’s most influential companies to design and optimize environments that demand precision, scalability, and resilience.\nJoin us and be part of a team where your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and your growth is a shared priority.\nPosition Title: Power Systems Study Engineer III\nPosition Location: Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States\nJob Summary\nThis position in DLB’s Mission Critical Department focuses primarily on hyperscale data centers and related mission critical facilities.\nThe Power Systems Study Engineer III will have the opportunity to work with and collaborate with all design staff and further develop their power studies expertise. This person will work as part of the Engineering Team to complete short circuit coordination and arc flash studies on a wide variety of mission critical projects.\nThe Power Systems Study Engineer III will receive limited direction on day-to-day work and general instruction on new projects or assignments. Will execute and assist project leadership on projects of complex scope. Will work independently or under limited supervision.\nThe Power Systems Study Engineer III will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.\nEssential Functions\nGuide and Direct Power Systems Studies (80%)\nIndependently perform Power System Studies for mission critical projects. Activities include but are not limited to the following:\nEquipment Evaluation: Assess the capabilities, ratings, and condition of equipment such as transformers, circuit breakers, and capacitors to determine if they meet system requirements. \nLoad Flow Studies: Analyze current and future system load to ensure power delivery without overloading components. \nShort Circuit Analysis: Evaluate potential fault conditions to determine the system's response and ensure that equipment ratings are not exceeded. \nProtection Coordination: Study the settings of protective devices such as relays, circuit breakers, and fuses to ensure they coordinate correctly and provide optimal protection. \nArc Flash Analysis: Conduct studies to determine potential arc flash hazards, calculate incident energy, and recommend safety practices and protective equipment. \nTransient Stability Analysis: Evaluate the power system's ability to maintain synchronism after large disturbances, such as faults or sudden changes in load, motor starting, etc. \nPrepare incremental and final deliverables including breaker settings tables, TCC’s, arc flash labels, and final reports as required by the project scope. \nFluent in Power System Study software including one or more of the following: \nSKM Powertools \nEasyPower \nETAP \n\nProject Management & Reporting (20%)\nAssist with proposal development including project scope, schedule and budget \nTimely and effective management of project deliverables including personal workload forecasting and coordination \nIdentify potential project scope changes and aid in development of strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines \nPerform QAQC peer reviews for projects where he or she is not the lead design engineer / power system study specialist. \nPrepare project reports for internal and external stakeholders for projects which he or she is involved. \nTechnology, Digital Tools & AI-Enabled Efficiency\nLeverage AI-enabled and digital tools to enhance efficiency, reduce manual effort, and support consistent, high-quality work output.\nIdentify opportunities to improve processes and demonstrate a continuous learning mindset, seeking out new technologies, skills, and methods that elevate individual and team performance.\nAdapt to emerging technologies and evolving digital workflows, actively supporting the integration and adoption of innovative tools across the organization.\nCompletion of assigned tasks and deliverables on time and on budget\nPerforms Other Related Duties as Assigned\nPosition Requirements (INTERMEDIATE level for all the following)\nKnowledge of electrical topologies associated with mission critical facilities. \nKnowledge of the operation, types, and settings of protective devices like relays, circuit breakers, and fuses. \nUnderstanding of the ratings, capabilities, and conditions of various power system equipment. \nKnowledge of industry and safety standards related to power systems, especially concerning arc flash hazards and other safety-related matters. \nKnowledge of the effects and requirements of connecting new generation or loads to existing systems. \nSkill in using power system simulation software such as ETAP, PSS/E, SKM, Easy Power, etc. \nSkilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management \nSkilled at reviewing design drawings and equipment submittals. \nSkilled in performing code analysis including selection of equipment, wiring, etc. to meet code requirements \nSkilled in performing code analysis and advanced knowledge of electrical codes \nSkilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail \nAbility to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace \nAbility to follow company and site safety requirements \nAbility to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence \nAbility to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information) \nAbility to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact \nAbility to work under pressure and meet close deadlines \nAbility to effectively plan and delegate the work of others \nOrganizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously \nPhysical Demands\nThe following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is\nFrequently required to remain in a stationary position \nFrequently moving through office, facility and other environments \nOn occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds \nTravel / Relocation Requirements\nUp to 10%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states \nTravel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc. \nEducation / Experience\nBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from ABET accredited institution \nPLUS\nMinimum of five years of electrical engineering experience \nBenefits\nDLB Associates offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include\nChoice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)\nFlex spending accounts (FSA)\nDental and vision plans\nComprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26\n401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option\nPTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year\nCompany paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents\nShort and long-term disability, AD&D coverage\nProfessional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance\nPaid parental leave after one year of employment\nCO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only: In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is DLB's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location.\nDLB Associates is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce.\nAre you ready to challenge yourself and redefine standards in the AEC industry? Apply now and join our award-winning team!\nNOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:\nDLB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. 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