Principal Grid Analytics Engineer

ICF

. Lead and manage a small, skilled team in power systems modeling and analytics for utility clients .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • Kansas • United StatesLead💰 $144,381 - $245,448 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in power systems modeling and analytics, with a strong focus on project management, team leadership, and client interaction. Proficient in using industry-standard software for transmission and distribution system modeling, while ensuring compliance with relevant engineering standards.

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Power Systems ModelingProject ManagementTeam LeadershipPython ScriptingIEEE Standards Compliance

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Hard Skills

Transmission System ModelingDistribution System ModelingShort Circuit AnalysisPower Flow AnalysisArc Flash AnalysisVoltage Imbalance AnalysisThermal Ampacity RatingsTechnical Report WritingAutomation ScriptingLiDAR Analysis

Soft Skills

MentorshipCommunicationInitiativeQuality AssuranceTeam Performance Improvement

Tools & Technologies

CAPEASPENPSSEPSCADCYMESynergiWindMilPLS-CADDPythonSQL

Industry Keywords

Electrical EngineeringPower EngineeringUtility ClientsFERC RegulationsNERC RegulationsANSI StandardsFAC-008 ComplianceInvestor-Owned UtilityMunicipal UtilityElectric Cooperative

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

FlashPythonSQLVBA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage a small, skilled team in power systems modeling and analytics for utility clients
Mentor and train less experienced engineers in power engineering theories and principles
Improve job-related engineering, technical, and professional knowledge and skills, and overall individual and team performance
Perform project management tasks including forecasting, tracking hours, budgeting, milestones, scheduling meetings, and delegating tasks
Interact with prospective clients to demonstrate ICF's expertise and attract new business
Develop scopes of work, project timelines, and budget estimates
Participate in weekly client meetings and deliver project status updates
Create, revise, and maintain transmission short circuit models using programs such as CAPE and ASPEN
Create, revise, and maintain transmission power flow models using programs such as PSSE and PSCAD
Create, revise, and maintain distribution system models using programs such as CYME, Synergi, and WindMil
Perform Arc Flash analysis of facilities to calculate hazard ratings
Analyze transmission line modeling based on LiDAR and 3D models using programs such as PLS-CADD
Perform voltage imbalance analysis using programs such as PSCAD
Calculate thermal ampacity ratings for conductors and equipment according to FAC-008, FERC-881, and relevant IEEE standards
Write thorough technical reports summarizing analysis findings
Develop automation scripts using Python, SQL, and VBA to improve the efficiency and accuracy of analyses

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Power Engineering or related field
12+ years of experience in electrical engineering theories and principles, including transmission and distribution system modeling, short circuit and power flow analysis, arc flash hazard calculations, voltage imbalance studies, and/or thermal ampacity ratings
5+ years' experience working at an electric utility, such as an investor-owned utility, municipal utility, or electric cooperative
People management and mentorship experience
Experience directing and reviewing the work of others for quality assurance and delivering constructive feedback
Knowledge of the practical application of industry standards such as IEEE, ANSI, NERC and FERC regulations
Experience in scripting in Python to automate analyses in power systems software
Ability to plan and manage assignments and clearly communicate barriers to completing tasks on budget/schedule
Initiative to embrace continuous learning toward becoming an expert on the programs and technology represented
Proficiency in computer software tools to model engineering problems, program automation systems, and prepare spreadsheet-based analyses and automation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote
Flexible schedule
Work-life balance
Donation matching
Volunteer opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Access to professional development resources
401k matching
Employee Stock Purchase Plan