Job#: 3017368 Job Description: About the RoleThis position supports our client's Research & Development organization. This team is part of an innovation hub dedicated to advancing situational awareness technologies for Transmission and Distribution. The center focuses on:
- Synchrophasor technology
- Next-generation control center tools
- Cybersecurity testing
- Advanced visualization methods
- DERMS platform evaluation
- Data analytics
- Power system modeling and simulation, including Real-Time Digital Simulator (RTDS) hardware-in-the-loop testing
You will contribute to cutting-edge research, support ongoing projects, and eventually lead efforts to deploy and evaluate emerging grid technologies.
What You'll Do- Support and lead research projects related to grid operations and planning.
- Develop research plans to evaluate new technologies and tools.
- Perform power system analysis, modeling, simulation, and digital twin development.
- Apply "big data" analytics and visualization techniques to grid operations challenges.
- Prepare documentation detailing study assumptions, methodologies, and results.
- Deliver clear, informative reports and presentations to stakeholders.
- Manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams across R&D and Operations.
- Participate in occasional overnight travel (minimal).
Education & Technical Requirements- Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (EE) required.
- Proficiency in power system modeling and simulation (RTDS, PSCAD, or PSS/E) required.
- Specialization in Power Systems preferred.
- Experience or training in programming (Python, C#, SQL) desired.
- Experience or training in data science desired.
- Knowledge of databases, data structures, and computer networking is a plus
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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