Power System Planner- San Francisco CA

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134936BR

Job Title:

Power System Planner- San Francisco, CA

No. of Positions:

1

Job Description:

As the Power System Planner you will be part of a team supporting renewable development efforts in North America. Primarily your responsibilities will be to execute studies evaluating and assessing the feasibility of renewable power and/or energy storage projects.

You will also:


Setup and maintain models required for performing in-house studies typically focused on renewable power and/or energy storage projects
Gather power system data and maintain internal databases for use in power system studies in focus areas in North America (e.g., WECC, ERCOT, EI)
Monitor changes to North American power systems (e.g., new generation, generation retirements, transmission upgrades, new demand, energy efficiency programs, demand response programs), gather associated data and update simulation databases as needed
Prepare inputs for studies
Perform simulations under managerial supervision
Gather, analyze and summarize results of simulations. The latter may involve writing reports, preparing and delivering presentation, preparing excel spreadsheets, etc.
Team player, working with the team, as well as the larger organization
Assist with similar tasks in other regions of the world
Assist/coordinate the work of outside consultants


Auto req ID:

134936BR

Skillpool:

Project Engineering

Country of Work Location:

United States

Employment Type:

Full Time

Company Description:

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible. We have expertise in exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals. As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business. Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.

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Work Location:

California - San Francisco

Requirements:


Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
Degree in electrical engineering or other relevant discipline preferred. Master’s Degree preferred
10 years of relevant experience. Additional experience preferred
5 years of hands-on experience with any of the following industry standard, nodal, production cost models tools:
PLEXOS
Aurora
PROMOD
Familiarity with power system modeling methods such as demand forecasting, security constrained economic dispatch (SCED), security constrained unit commitment (SCUC), power flow, optimal power flow
Experience with transmission planning models such as PSS/E or PSLF a plus
Proficient in preparation of technical reports and technical presentations
Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills, capable of applying advanced power systems engineering principles to identify and solve complex issues
Ability to build and maintain relationships within a complex, global corporation: some ‘corporate stamina’ is required
Reports to the Global Head of Transmission Strategy
Availability to travel 20% of the time primarily domestic travel


City, State (if applicable):

San Francisco, CA

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