PowerGEM

The electric power sector is undergoing massive transformation, creating new opportunities for engineers, software developers and other technical resources to support grid operations and planning.

PowerGEM offers competitive salaries and a full benefits package with opportunities for career growth and advancement.

If you’re interested in a career opportunity posted below, please submit a resume and cover letter to our corporate recruiter, Ed Kliimczak, at ed@brighttalent.com, ATTN: PowerGEM Recruiting.

Open Positions

Front-End User Interface Developer (United States: Remote)

We are seeking a talented and motivated software developer to participate in front-end user interface development of PowerGEM software products such as TARA, TARA Studio and PROBE. Multiple positions may be available, depending on applicant skills and experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in developing high-quality, scalable software solutions for many users.

Responsibilities:

• Design, development and implementation of user interface for PowerGEM commercial software related to power grid presentation and visualization.
• Propose and recommend new visualizations and analytics to drive business insight and data analysis.
• Collaborate with engineering software developers to design new data interface and web-based solutions.

Requirements:

• Practical experience developing front-end applications
• Bachelor’s, preferably master’s, degree in computer science or software engineering
• 3-5 years of experience in software development
• Experienced with programming in one or more of the following: C/C++, C# with WPF and WinForms
• Working knowledge of Python is desirable.
• Working knowledge of commercial C# UI component libraries is a plus.
• For web-based development, familiarity with web development technologies such as JavaScript, and web frameworks (e.g., React, Angular) is preferred.
• Understanding Visual Basic would help to support PowerGEM legacy VBA solutions.
• Experience with GIS/mapping solutions is a plus.
• Cloud deployment experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with power system applications including PowerGEM software (TARA, PROBE) is a plus.
• Experience with power grid operations, markets, and planning functions is a plus.
• Experience with UX design is a plus.
• Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

Senior Power Systems Engineer/Power System Studies

We are seeking a Senior Power Systems Engineer with expertise in power system studies to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Power Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for conducting power system simulations and studies, collaborating with clients, and contributing to various consulting projects.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct power system simulations and studies, including steady state, short circuit, and transient stability analysis.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and provide expert engineering and management consulting.
• Participate in various consulting projects and offer value-added intellectual and analytical contributions.
• Work independently or as part of a team to deliver high-quality results within strict deadlines.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, with specialization in power systems. Advanced graduate degree (MS/PhD) is preferred.
• Unrestricted authorization to reside and work in the United States.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience working in the electric power industry.
• Advanced analytical skills and knowledge of power systems analysis and modeling techniques.
• Working experience with standard industry software tools, such as PowerWorld, PSSE, TARA, MAPS or similar. Proficiency in at least one power software suite is necessary.
• Proven knowledge of power markets operations, administration, and structures is highly desirable.
• Experience with stability simulation and analysis; working and proven knowledge of stability simulation software tools is necessary.
• Exceptional interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with client representatives and management.
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and direction, as well as collaborate effectively as part of a larger team.

HR Manager/Director (United States: Remote)

This is a full-time remote role for a Human Resources Manager/Director, ideally located in the Central Time Zone (CST). The HR Manager/Director will lead and manage all HR functions within our organization. This role is crucial in fostering a positive workplace culture and aligning HR strategies with our organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaise closely with our Professional Employer Organization (PEO) to oversee all HR functions effectively, ensuring alignment and compliance across the organization.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes to attract top talent.
• Establish, implement and update company policies.
• Foster positive employee relations and address employee concerns.
• Lead training and development programs to enhance workforce skills.
• Oversee performance management and review processes.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.

Key Attributes & Qualifications:

• Recruitment, training and development, and performance management skills
• Experience in employee relations and ensuring compliance with labor laws
• Knowledge of HR policies and procedures
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively on a team and independently
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or related field with 7+ years of HR experience

Sales Operations Specialist (United States: Remote)

The Sales Operations Specialist will support both our internal team and our customers by managing sales processes, analyzing data, and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of our sales team. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and a customer-centric approach.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement sales processes and strategies to optimize sales performance.
• Analyze sales data to identify trends, opportunities and areas for improvement.
• Implement, manage and maintain the CRM system, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Provide regular and ad-hoc reporting on sales performance metrics.
• Drive the adoption of sales automation tools and technologies.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of sales campaigns.
• Collaborate with sales leadership to develop and implement incentive programs to motivate and reward the sales team.
• Ensure compliance with sales policies and procedures.
• Leverage data and collaborate with sellers to proactively identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling to existing customers.
• Support the sales forecasting process by preparing data and creating models to predict sales trends.
• Help develop territory assignments and sales quotas in collaboration with leadership.

Key Attributes & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, sales, marketing or a related field
• 5-7 years of experience in sales operations or related roles
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights
• Proficiency in CRM systems (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce) and sales process automation
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build strong customer relationships
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and continuously improve sales processes and strategies
• Experience in creating and managing performance reports and dashboards
• Familiarity with sales methodologies and processes preferred
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Power System Simulation Software Developer (United States: Remote)

We are seeking a talented and motivated software developer with a power system engineering background to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a foundation in power systems engineering coursework and an interest in software development. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects involving PowerGEM’s TARA software.

Key Responsibilities:

• Learn how to conduct power system steady-state simulations and studies.
• Support transmission owners, generation developers, and ISOs with TARA usage and TARA-based studies.
• Design, development and implementation of application and computational methods related to steady- state power system analysis software for PowerGEM TARA software.
• Conduct research and analysis to identify opportunities for improving the performance and efficiency of our solutions.
• Participate in the testing, documentation debugging, and optimization of software applications to ensure reliability and scalability.
• Develop and implement testing protocols and procedures for software applications, ensuring adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Perform unit tests, integration tests, and system tests to validate the functionality and performance of software components. Document test results, identify defects, and collaborate with development teams to resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Provide user support and participate in TARA training.
• Assist in marketing and delivering software and software projects.
• May be asked to participate or assist with consulting projects performed by PowerGEM consulting department utilizing developed TARA software.

Key Attributes & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s, master’s or Ph.D. in electrical engineering
• One to three years of experience as a power system operations/planning engineer or similar position (recent college grads are encouraged to apply)
• Familiarity with programming in one or more of the following languages is a plus: C/C++, C#, Python
• Coursework in power systems analysis related to power grid planning or operations, modeling techniques, and computational algorithms
• Experience using PowerGEM’s software applications is a plus.
• Experience with an industry tool used for power system simulations, such as PowerGEM TARA, Siemens PSS/E and MUST, PSLF, DSA tools, PowerWorld or similar, is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Authorization to work in the United States

Lead Engineer: PROBE LT (United States: Remote)

PowerGEM seeks a Lead Engineer to provide support for our PROBE LT production cost modeling (PCM) and market simulation software.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide PROBE LT product support; respond to customer inquiries on how to use PROBE software and understand market simulation outcomes.
• Communicate with licensees on new features.
• Support internal software testing prior to release.
• Create and maintain documentation for PROBE LT software key functions and algorithms.
• Provide PROBE training via Teams and support annual in-person PROBE trainings.
• Build expertise on individual ISO energy markets and nuances of non-ISO utility regions.
• Support licensees with custom implementations for their specific use cases.
• Develop ability to “check the code” – review the source code to answer deeply technical questions regarding the solution and “how PROBE works.”
• Work with the data team to identify inefficiencies in input data that may impact results.
• Understand and support licensees’ use of PROBE’s complementary software, such as the input data management and dashboard output analysis tools.

Key Attributes & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations research, math or another analytical field
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience with production cost modeling and/or energy market simulation software – PCM experience is a must-have for this role
• Understanding of day-ahead and real-time power markets with knowledge of the supply-demand inputs to market models
• Experience analyzing power market data, market outcomes, and breaking down locational marginal pricing (LMP) and transmission congestion
• C/C++ or Python experience strongly preferred
• Exceptional communication skills - ability to explain complex topics in an easy-to-understand manner
• Experience with PROBE or another PCM software (PROMOD, MAPS or Plexos)
• Extensive knowledge of one or more U.S. power markets (PJM, ERCOT, CAISO, etc.)
• Understanding of PowerGEM TARA