Systems Studies Engineer - Entry-Level

Job Responsibilities

• Develops understanding of assigned client standards, policies, and procedures by reading and applying specific design guides, study criteria, standards, systems, and applicable engineering codes.
• Develops an understanding of and complies with Commonwealth Associates' quality program.
• Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts by proactively presenting leadership with suggestions related to process, tools, and engineering practices.
• Takes ownership of professional development, striving for high-quality performance while seeking support, guidance, and mentorship from more experienced engineers.
• Attends internal and external client meetings, conference calls, and client site visits accompanied by a mentor.
• In collaboration with the Business Development department, represents the company’s emerging professional engineers at career fairs as needed.
• Supports the needs of the internal project team while developing an understanding of external clients' interests, expectations, system requirements, and project drivers.
• Coordinates with project teams, cross-functional teams, and other engineering groups within the company to provide information and technical assistance as directed.
• Works with administrative staff to coordinate tasks and prepare project documents.
• Collects, reviews, assimilates, and manages electrical system data used for engineering analysis and power system modeling.
• Assists with the development, maintenance, and validation of power system models.
• Contributes to the preparation of engineering deliverables, including technical reports, calculations, system studies, models, and study documentation.
• Performs basic power system studies and engineering analyses under the guidance of experienced engineers, which may include power flow/load flow, short-circuit, contingency, voltage, and related system performance analyses.
• Reviews study results and assists experienced engineers with identifying system performance concerns and developing engineering recommendations.
• Prepares basic engineering calculations following standard methods and principles used in power system analysis.
• Develops proficiency with applicable power system analysis, modeling, and simulation software.
• Performs routine research related to electrical equipment, system characteristics, industry standards, and engineering methodologies.
• Supports quality reviews by checking study inputs, system models, calculations, and technical deliverables for accuracy and completeness.
• Understands and works within budgeted hours, project schedules, and quality requirements.
• Completes expense reports and timesheets in a timely and accurate manner and seeks direction from a supervisor when conflicts arise.
• Remains aware of and demonstrates an understanding of project scope management.