Power Systems Analyst

The Power Systems Analyst will provide technical expertise, project management, personnel management, and partner engagement in support of the Laboratory for Energy And Power Solutions (LEAPS) to accelerate low-carbon energy transitions domestically and in emerging markets globally https://leaps.asu.edu. LEAPS is within Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering and located at the Polytechnic campus, with collaborators and partnerships across the US and globally. The 40-person team is led by Dr. Nathan Johnson with a focus on translating use-inspired research into practical solutions for technology deployment, new policy and business models, and workforce development. The team has a broad set of subject matter expertise and life experiences, and thrives on finding creative solutions to challenging problems that often involves finding synergies across partners, perspectives, and goals. Were excited to meet new people and share ideas, so if you dont feel the position is a perfect fit for you, thats ok, we encourage you to apply and open a conversation with us.

Under general direction, this role will perform detailed analysis in the areas of grid modernization, microgrids, mini-grids, distributed generation, smart grid, energy storage, and operational optimization for multiple public and private sector energy projects. Typical sponsoring organizations include the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations, U.S. Department of Interior Tribal Electrification Program, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Solar for All Program, U.S. Agency for International Development , U.S. Trade and Development Agency, World Bank programs, electric utilities, developers, technology vendors, municipal and local governments, and private philanthropic organizations.. Typical locations for our projects are in the United States, United States Tribal Nations, Latin America, Pacific Island Region, and Sub-Saharan Africa.

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Polytechnic Sch EGR Prgrms

Full-Time

EXEC VP/PROVOST

Open

This is a grant funded position. Continuation is contingent on future grant funding.

$82,000 – $92,000 per year, DOE

11-October-2024

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Conduct feasibility/preliminary design studies for microgrids, mini-grids, and distributed energy resources (DER), with a focus in solar PV, battery storage, generators Conduct power engineering design studies of distribution networks including multi-phase unbalanced power flow and transient analyses, voltage regulation, short circuit, phase balancing, and protection and coordination studies.
Write detailed technical reports, tender documentation, and other materials, and communicate technical information clearly to stakeholders, including policy makers, legal teams, students, staff, and faculty.
Conduct reviews of equipment vendors, and complete review and recommendations of equipment plans before procurement. Present project findings and updates to internal and external audiences. Interact with various stakeholders, partners, and clients, preparing and delivering presentations to convey project progress and outcomes. Potentially assist in development of technical documentation for training and maintenance of equipment.
Use Smartsheet and other project management tools to manage small teams, mentor junior staff, and engage with stakeholders and partners.

Work on projects in developing nations and emerging market economies, including geographies such as US Tribal Nations, Latin America, the Pacific Island Region, and Sub-Saharan Africa. Participate in programs like USAID Power Africa, USTDA, and World Bank initiatives.

Technical Skills

• Apply electrical standards (ANSI, IEC) and regulations to power engineering design, including earthing schemes, protection, household wiring, and cable sizing. Select appropriate inverters, charge controllers, and other assets, ensuring effective communication and integration of components.
• Apply knowledge of energy economics and business models for mini-grids to develop sustainable and economically viable energy solutions in regions without a grid connection.
• Develop comprehensive bills of materials and interact with vendors to source options.
• Engage with vendors to identify and source the best components and materials for energy projects.
• Techno-economic optimization design expertise, simulation tools such as Xendee, Homer, REopt, microgrid design toolkit, etc.
• Power engineering design experience, simulation tools such as ETAP, OpenDSS, etc.
• Power engineering design expertise, application electrical standards including ANSI, IEC, and others on topics such as
  • Distribution networks
  • Earthing schemes
  • Protection
  • Household wiring
  • Cable sizing
  • Develop a full bill of materials
  • Interact with vendors for sourcing options
• DER / small scale generation design experience, application solar PV, battery storage, generators including expertise in
  • Selection of inverters, charge controllers, assets
  • Integration of assets
  • Communication protocol understanding
  • Develop a full bill of materials
  • Interact with vendors for sourcing options
• Understanding of asset specifications sheets
• Sustainable operation and maintenance practices for off-grid or grid-connected DER
• Microgrid studies feasibility and preliminary design, including knowledge of energy economics and business models
• Mini-grid studies feasibility and preliminary design, including knowledge of energy economics and business models
• Small-scale hydro feasibility and preliminary design experience is a plus
• Industrial-scale CHP feasibility and preliminary design experience is a plus

• Management Skills
• Report / technical writing experience
• Experience writing tender documentation
• Experience working in developing nations and emerging market economies (GEA required)
• Knowledge of permitting
• Managing small teams
• Mentoring peers and junior colleagues
• Experience working with remote and distributed teams
• Engaging in dialogue and co-creation with stakeholders and partners
• Giving presentations and talks
• Microsoft Office
• Project management software (Smartsheets)

Bachelors degree in Engineering or other technical field (e.g., physics and sustainability) and three (3) years of energy related experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Employee may be required to possess a valid US Drivers license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

• Evidence of a Masters in Engineering
• Five years industry experience working in roles such as energy generation system design, distribution system design, power engineering, feasibility studies, techno-economic modeling, or operating and maintaining power systems
• Mix of experience working on projects in industrialized nations and developing nations
• Demonstrated knowledge of technical standards and best practices
• Registered as Professional Engineer

The ASU work location is at the Polytechnic Campus in Building ISTB-3 (https://tours.asu.edu/polytechnic/interdisciplinary-science-technology-3).

• Climate-controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting.
• Visual acuity and manual dexterity associated with daily use of desktop computer.
• Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential duties.
• Expected to be responsive to customers, engaged in work production, resourceful, flexible, and respectful of others.

ASU is a diverse enterprise with a wide variety of work and learning modes, locations, and a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and employee work-life balance. We are determined to maintain our position as an employer of choice in a competitive labor market, as such the following options may be offered dependent on department needs. Options for this position are:

• Alternative work schedules can include four, 10-hour workdays in a workweek; a nine-day, 80-hour schedule over two workweeks for exempt employees only; and staggered start and stop times.
• Hybrid work is an arrangement where employees spend a minimum of 60% of their regular workweek at their primary ASU work location.
• Remote work might be an option for the right candidate.

Ability to travel up to 30% of time, domestic or international

Additional expectations:

• Climbing stairs, ladders and scaffolding, and working at heights above thirty (30) feet.
• Performing tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, prolonged standing and walking significant distances between and within buildings on campus.
• Working in confined spaces. Working within extreme temperature ranges.
• Certain activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding, and manipulating a computer mouse.
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds.
• Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
• Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.

The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering is the largest producer of engineering and technical talent in the nation and seeks to deliver a world-class learning experience for our students and to advance research and innovation all at scale. We value and emphasize inherently interdisciplinary endeavors that leverage the breadth and depth of expertise among our outstanding faculty, and have built a unique place for large-scale innovation characterized by foundational excellence and translational impacts. We are an engineering school on the rise at the most innovative university in the country and in the heart of the nations fifth largest metropolitan area. The scale of our faculty research interests and interdisciplinary mindset, combined with more than 48 graduate degree programs and 25 undergraduate degree programs, provide the foundation for knowledge generation and collaborative opportunities to advance new ideas.

The Fulton Schools of Engineering, located across ASUs Tempe and Polytechnic campuses, is comprised of seven schools based on academic programs and research areas. Fulton Engineering has a nationally recognized faculty that conducts research, instructs and mentors students, provides service to engineering, computing and technology professions and creates lasting impacts across local and global communities.

The Fulton Schools of Engineering follows a framework of values designed to distinguish our practice and guide daily decisions in our academic, research, corporate engagement and entrepreneurial endeavors. These values influence how we recognize, reward and communicate our achievements. At the Fulton Schools of Engineering, we:

• Cultivate excellence.
• Deliver innovation that matters.
• Encourage bold thinking.
• Foster a community of learning and collaboration.
• Build a foundation for all to be successful.

Working at ASU has outstanding benefits that include: health, dental and vision insurance plans; ASU/UA/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; state and optional retirement plans; access to ASU recreation and cultural activities, and more. To estimate the value of your total compensation, please visit https://cfo.asu.edu/compensation-estimator.

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ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

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Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of equivalent combination in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelors degree is equal to four years of experience.