A Power Systems Engineer may work for a wind owner/developer, turbine manufacturer, or electric utility. They may be responsible for evaluating interconnection standards and transmission feasibility, system impact and facility studies or testing new electrical components of wind turbine designs.
Power engineers have a wide range of responsibilities, which can include:
Coordinating work with other departments such as maintenance or operations to ensure the smooth operation of the power plant
Performing hands-on tasks such as repairing equipment or troubleshooting problems with machinery
Maintaining documentation of operational and environmental conditions, such as temperature and humidity levels, to help detect problems before they occur
Implementing new technologies, standards, or regulations as required by industry standards or government regulations
Performing regular evaluations of the efficiency of equipment in order to make adjustments as needed
Monitoring and testing equipment performance to ensure that it is operating properly
Monitoring and maintaining equipment operation to ensure safe working conditions for staff members
Calculating energy needs and using computer modeling programs to predict future energy requirements
Developing plans for the construction of new power plants, transmission lines, and distribution networks

Keyskills: communication skills project management leadership skills
Maintenance engineers undertake scheduled and breakdown maintenance of engineering equipment. Maintenance engineers ensure that industrial machinery and equipment runs smoothly and reliably. You may be called out to deal with a breakdown or inspect equipment as part of a maintenance schedule.