STEM OPT Power Systems Engineer Jobs
Power Systems Engineer roles in grid design, transmission planning, and energy storage qualify for STEM OPT's 24-month extension if your degree is in electrical engineering or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need a signed I-983 training plan before your extension begins.
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Kimley-Horn's Atlanta, Georgia (GA) We are seeking an experienced Power Systems Studies Engineer to join our team in Midtown Atlanta. You'll play a central role in conducting advanced transmission system analyses, supporting generator interconnection studies, and ensuring reliability and compliance with applicable NERC standards. This position is best suited for engineers who excel in problem-solving, collaboration, and technical excellence within a dynamic consulting environment. This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain detailed transmission network models for steady-state, dynamic stability, and short-circuit analysis using PSSE, PSLF, TARA, ETAP, ASPEN, or equivalent tools.
- Perform power flow, contingency, transient stability, voltage stability, and short-circuit simulations to assess system performance and develop recommendations.
- Support generator interconnection evaluations for both conventional and inverter-based resources, including BESS, solar, wind, and hybrid facilities.
- Perform studies and prepare documentation for Feasibility, System Impact, and Facility Studies under SGIP/LGIP or equivalent frameworks.
- Conduct analyses in accordance with NERC transmission planning and protection standards, including:
- FAC-008 (Facility Ratings)
- PRC-010 (Under-Voltage Load Shedding Programs)
- CIP-014 (Physical Security)
- Other applicable TPL, MOD, and PRC standards relevant to planning and protection compliance.
- Review and interpret study results, identify system limitations or reliability risks, and propose technical solutions or mitigation measures.
- Collaborate with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, and developers to ensure compliance with interconnection and reliability processes.
- Contribute to internal procedures, data management practices, and study standardization initiatives supporting reliability compliance.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- 4+ years of progressive experience in transmission planning, system studies, or related power system engineering roles.
- Demonstrated experience performing steady-state, transient stability, and short-circuit analyses with industry-standard software (PSSE, PSLF, TARA, ETAP, ASPEN).
- Working knowledge of NERC reliability standards, including TPL, FAC, PRC, and CIP series.
- Understanding of interconnection study processes and planning requirements across ERCOT, PJM, MISO, ISO-NE, NYISO etc...
- Strong technical writing and communication skills, with experience delivering client-ready reports and presentations.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience supporting compliance or study work under FAC-008, PRC-010, and CIP-014.
- Knowledge of UVLS, UFLS, or other protection coordination programs under PRC standards.
- Experience conducting System Impact or Facility Studies for transmission-connected resources.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or active pursuit of licensure.
- Prior consulting experience or demonstrated success leading client-focused technical projects.
WHY KIMLEY-HORN?
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it—that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
KEY BENEFITS AT KIMLEY-HORN
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
INTRODUCTION
Kimley-Horn's Atlanta, Georgia (GA) We are seeking an experienced Power Systems Studies Engineer to join our team in Midtown Atlanta. You'll play a central role in conducting advanced transmission system analyses, supporting generator interconnection studies, and ensuring reliability and compliance with applicable NERC standards. This position is best suited for engineers who excel in problem-solving, collaboration, and technical excellence within a dynamic consulting environment. This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain detailed transmission network models for steady-state, dynamic stability, and short-circuit analysis using PSSE, PSLF, TARA, ETAP, ASPEN, or equivalent tools.
- Perform power flow, contingency, transient stability, voltage stability, and short-circuit simulations to assess system performance and develop recommendations.
- Support generator interconnection evaluations for both conventional and inverter-based resources, including BESS, solar, wind, and hybrid facilities.
- Perform studies and prepare documentation for Feasibility, System Impact, and Facility Studies under SGIP/LGIP or equivalent frameworks.
- Conduct analyses in accordance with NERC transmission planning and protection standards, including:
- FAC-008 (Facility Ratings)
- PRC-010 (Under-Voltage Load Shedding Programs)
- CIP-014 (Physical Security)
- Other applicable TPL, MOD, and PRC standards relevant to planning and protection compliance.
- Review and interpret study results, identify system limitations or reliability risks, and propose technical solutions or mitigation measures.
- Collaborate with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, and developers to ensure compliance with interconnection and reliability processes.
- Contribute to internal procedures, data management practices, and study standardization initiatives supporting reliability compliance.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- 4+ years of progressive experience in transmission planning, system studies, or related power system engineering roles.
- Demonstrated experience performing steady-state, transient stability, and short-circuit analyses with industry-standard software (PSSE, PSLF, TARA, ETAP, ASPEN).
- Working knowledge of NERC reliability standards, including TPL, FAC, PRC, and CIP series.
- Understanding of interconnection study processes and planning requirements across ERCOT, PJM, MISO, ISO-NE, NYISO etc...
- Strong technical writing and communication skills, with experience delivering client-ready reports and presentations.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience supporting compliance or study work under FAC-008, PRC-010, and CIP-014.
- Knowledge of UVLS, UFLS, or other protection coordination programs under PRC standards.
- Experience conducting System Impact or Facility Studies for transmission-connected resources.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or active pursuit of licensure.
- Prior consulting experience or demonstrated success leading client-focused technical projects.
WHY KIMLEY-HORN?
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it—that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
KEY BENEFITS AT KIMLEY-HORN
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Power Systems Engineer
Verify your CIP code matches STEM OPT
Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the official STEM OPT designated degree program list maintained by USCIS. Electrical Engineering (14.1001) and Power Engineering (14.1004) qualify, but interdisciplinary degrees sometimes carry codes that don't appear on the list.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before applying
Ask recruiters directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before your first interview. Many utilities and energy contractors aren't enrolled despite hiring engineers, which disqualifies them from employing you on STEM OPT regardless of their sponsorship intent.
Target employers with active LCA filings in power sectors
Use the OFLC Wage Search to identify companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications under SOC code 17-2071 for Electrical Engineers. Frequent LCA filers in transmission, grid operations, and renewable energy development have established immigration workflows and are more likely to support your extension paperwork.
Find Power Systems Engineer roles on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to filter Power Systems Engineer openings by employers already verified for STEM OPT eligibility. This removes the guesswork of checking E-Verify status and LCA history employer by employer before you apply.
Build your I-983 training plan around engineering milestones
Draft your I-983 before your offer letter is finalized so your employer's legal team can review it alongside onboarding documents. Power systems roles should map learning objectives to specific technical activities: protection relay coordination, load flow studies, or substation commissioning projects.
Time your H-1B registration to your OPT end date
If your STEM OPT extension expires before October 1 of the fiscal year following your H-1B visa selection, cap-gap coverage automatically extends your work authorization. Confirm your exact OPT end date with your DSO so your employer files the H-1B petition during the correct registration window.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Power Systems Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your employer maps your role to SOC code 17-2071 (Electrical Engineers) or a closely related engineering classification and your degree carries an eligible CIP code. Power systems, transmission planning, and protection engineering functions routinely satisfy the STEM OPT training requirement because they directly apply the quantitative methods covered in accredited electrical or power engineering programs.
Which STEM degrees make me eligible for OPT extension as a Power Systems Engineer?
Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, and Electrical and Electronics Engineering are the most direct matches. Energy Systems, Mechatronics, and Applied Physics degrees may also qualify depending on their CIP code. Cross-reference your transcript's degree classification against the STEM OPT designated degree program list published by USCIS before assuming eligibility, since program names alone don't determine qualification.
How do I confirm my Power Systems Engineer employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Ask your recruiter or HR contact to confirm enrollment in writing, or request the company's E-Verify employer identification number so your DSO can verify it. E-Verify enrollment is a federal requirement for all STEM OPT employers without exception. Utilities, independent power producers, and engineering consultancies vary widely in enrollment status, so verify this before accepting an offer.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a Power Systems Engineer position?
Your I-983 must describe how the job applies and develops the knowledge from your STEM degree. For power systems roles, include specific technical activities such as steady-state and transient stability analysis, protection system design, or grid interconnection studies. USCIS requires the plan to identify performance evaluation criteria and a supervision structure, so work with your manager to complete it before your STEM OPT extension start date.
Where can I find Power Systems Engineer jobs that support STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Power Systems Engineer openings filtered for employers with E-Verify enrollment and documented sponsorship history, so you're not spending interviews discovering a company can't legally hire you on STEM OPT. You can also use the OFLC Wage Search to identify companies that have filed LCAs under the electrical engineering SOC code as a signal of prior experience with work authorization filings.