Power Systems Engineer / Senior Power Systems Engineer

Job overview

The Power Systems Engineer / Senior Power Systems Engineer role may be hybrid or remote for well-qualified candidates in the United States or Canada; Continuum Associates is headquartered in Columbia, MD. Compensation is described as a competitive base salary commensurate with experience and location, plus a performance-based bonus; no numeric amount is specified. The role supports engineering projects for electric transmission and distribution, renewable integration, reliability, grid modernization, and generation development. The engineer performs power-system studies, modeling, and analysis to support utility and renewable-energy projects. The role contributes technical findings and recommendations to client work, with senior-level candidates potentially managing projects, mentoring junior engineers, and helping develop the North American engineering team.

What you'll do

• Perform power-system studies and data analysis
• conduct transmission and distribution planning studies
• support renewable integration and reliability assessments
• develop and analyze models using industry-standard simulation software
• prepare engineering reports
• analyze data using Python, Excel, R, or other tools
• support generator and large-load interconnection studies
• apply NERC standards and applicable FERC orders
• collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams
• manage or support multiple projects
• senior-level candidates may mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

power systems engineer

senior power systems engineer

power system studies

transmission planning

renewable energy

grid integration

power system modeling

python

hybrid or remote

united states or canada

continuum associates

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Performance-based bonus
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• retirement plan
• paid time off
• professional development and technical leadership opportunities.

Why this role

The posting allows hybrid or remote arrangements for well-qualified candidates and expects business travel of less than 20%, including possible international travel. Candidates may be located in the United States or Canada.

About the employer

Shades of Grey HR is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.