> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3381899-principal-power-systems-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3381899-principal-power-systems-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Power Systems Engineer - **Company:** Gridcare Inc. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $250,000.0 - $350,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Data Centers, Cursor, Dynamic Program Analysis, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Git, Software Coding, Software Version Control - **Published:** September 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9d395bf91a8369b9 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems focus) or a related field. Master's or PhD preferred. * 10+ years of experience in power system studies, transmission planning, or interconnection, at a utility or a consulting firm. * Demonstrated hands-on experience running interconnection studies specifically - a minimum of two years. * Proficiency with commercial power system tools (e.g., PSSE, PSLF, PowerWorld, PSCAD, PowerGEM TARA, ASPEN). * Strong coding skills in Python or equivalent, including use of power system tool APIs (psspy, simauto, pypowergem). * Strong understanding of FERC, NERC, and ISO/RTO interconnection processes. * Experience working with or for a utility transmission planning or interconnection team. * Knowledge of steady-state and dynamic load modeling requirements. * A creative, forward-looking approach to problem solving - someone who finds paths forward rather than stopping at the bottlenecks in current planning practice - with a bias toward action. * Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills in a fast-paced startup environment, with a focus on client interaction. Preferred * Interconnection process experience across multiple regions, particularly ERCOT/Texas, the Midwest, or the Southeast. * Working proficiency in Python or equivalent, including use of power system tool APIs (psspy, simauto, pypowergem). * Experience in applying machine-learning and AI applications to power system studies. * Able to leverage AI code development tools such as Cursor, Copilot and Claude Code to accelerate development. * Experience deploying power system applications in the cloud. * Familiarity with version control (git) and basic software engineering practices. * Ability to write well-documented, tested, and maintainable code. ## Description We are looking for a Principal Power Systems Engineer with hands-on interconnection study experience and a passion for improving the grid integration process through AI and automation. In this role, you will lead in-depth technical analyses, build out our dynamics and short-circuit duty study capability, analyze results, and present study findings directly to utilities and customers. You will serve as a technical subject-matter expert for the engineering team, and help lead the plan that connects planning-side capacity assessment to how utilities implement it in operations. You will work with utilities, developers, and regulators to accelerate interconnection timelines. This is a unique opportunity to combine deep power systems expertise and stakeholder engagement, with cutting-edge AI solutions to modernize how studies are performed., * Perform and lead load and generation interconnection studies, including steady-state, short-circuit, or dynamic analysis with widely accepted commercial tools. * Build out GridCARE's approach to dynamics and short-circuit duty studies - defining the methodology and selecting cost-effective tooling so we can run these studies when they are required. * Develop power flow and stability models to evaluate system impact for new interconnections, including data centers and renewable generation (inverter-based resources). * Serve as a technical subject-matter expert for the engineering team, advising on study methodology and interconnection process questions. * Help lead the plan that bridges planning and operations - translating capacity assessment and qualification into an approach utilities can actually implement in the operations plane. * Collaborate directly with utilities, developers, and regulators to understand their needs and facilitate smooth interconnection processes and compliance with standards. * Present study results, recommendations, and process findings directly to utility planners, project managers, and customer stakeholders. * Evaluate interconnection options, system upgrades, and Grid-Enhancing Technologies (GETs), providing clear recommendations to stakeholders. * Partner with AI and automation teams to streamline study processes and improve accuracy. * Stay engaged with the latest interconnection news, standards, and emerging solutions in power systems, including the DOE i2X forum and ESIG modeling task force. ## Related Videos - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [".Net is too slow" was not an option](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100176-net-is-too-slow-was-not-an-option) - [Flex your Energy: Building a Cloud-Native Platform for Renewable Energy Communities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1990-flex-your-energy-building-a-cloud-native-platform-for-renewable-energy-communities) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [The Prompt Engineer ✍️](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/216-the-prompt-engineer) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [What is Agentic Programming and Why Should Developers Care?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/625-what-is-agentic-programming-and-why-should-developers-care) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)