Power Systems Engineer

Join us on the journey to get to net zero

At Carbon Direct, we dedicate our scientific, software, and business expertise to empower organizations around the world to take climate action.

Our Mission

Enable organizations to reduce, remove, and utilize their emissions with carbon science

We are a purpose-driven carbon management firm dedicated to helping organizations around the world reach their climate goals. We make carbon science accessible and actionable with our end-to-end platform.

Global citizens with global impact

Whether a scientist, developer, or carbon markets expert, we are united by our mission to take climate action now. We are experts in our fields and we act with confidence. Located across 4 countries and in states all across the U.S., we offer both remote-friendly work options and dynamic, in-person experiences with offices located in Seattle, WA, Oakland, CA, and NYC.

Diverse backgrounds bring diverse perspectives

We recognize that teams with diverse backgrounds and different experiences are powerful. Bringing together a variety of perspectives only enhances how we can effectively address the climate crisis. Together, we are creating an environment where everyone is celebrated and anyone can succeed.

The Role

Overview

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our growing Data and Innovation team. This role sits at the intersection of power systems engineering, energy economics, and applied machine learning to support Carbon Direct's mission of accelerating science-based carbon management. You will work with the team of engineers, climate technology experts, and applied researchers: contributing to client engagements, internal analyses, and the development of best practices across our decarbonization work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and operationalize ML/AI models to support real-time and forward-looking models, including load, generation, price forecasting and renewable (wind/solar) generation forecasting

• Design, evaluate, and analyze electrical systems relevant to decarbonization pathways, including electrification, grid integration, power electronics, and low-carbon energy technologies.

• Contribute to long-range transmission and integrated resource planning, including renewable integration assessments and production cost modeling

• Conduct rigorous technical due diligence on projects, technologies, and proposals involving electrical infrastructure, energy storage, or industrial electrification.

• Translate complex engineering analyses into clear, actionable recommendations for clients, internal teams, and executive stakeholders.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with scientists, policy experts, and business development teams to support client deliverables and thought leadership.

• Contribute to publications, technical reports, and external communications related to electrification and grid decarbonization.

• Stay current on developments in power systems modeling , climate technology, grid modernization, and industrial decarbonization.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related quantitative field

• Expertise in the electric power industry, with exposure to wholesale electricity markets and/or grid operations

• Proficiency in AC/DC power flow models, experienced in working with production-cost models such as PROMOD, Plexos, AURORA

• Proficiency in statistical modeling, forecasting, and data analysis (Python, R, MATLAB, or equivalent)

• Deep familiarity with energy market structures (ISOs/RTOs), capacity markets, resource adequacy frameworks, and reliability standards

• Experience deploying machine learning models in production environments

• Experience working across multidisciplinary teams, strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex analytics to non-technical stakeholders

Preferred:

• Experience modeling energy storage systems, EV infrastructure, building electrification, or industrial decarbonization.

• Familiarity with GHG accounting, energy policy, or carbon market frameworks.

• Prior experience in consulting, policy, or a climate-focused organization working with corporate clients.

• Professional licensure (PE) or advanced credentials in relevant electrical engineering domains.

• Published or public-facing technical work in electrification, grid modernization, or related areas.

• Knowledge and experience with ISO/RTO operations

• Familiarity with FERC regulatory proceedings and filings and power market design

• Knowledge of natural gas/power market dynamics

Salary Range

$133,000-$195,000 a year

Benefits

While we love our work, our lives aren’t defined by it. At Carbon Direct, we offer a robust benefits package that considers the whole person, their partners, and their families – and we’re always looking to improve.

Our U.S. benefits* include:

• Comprehensive nationwide medical, dental, and vision coverage. See a preview of our coverage here.

• Time off as needed: Flexible vacation policy and ten company-wide holidays, plus annual winter break between Christmas and New Year's

• 16 weeks of fully paid parental and family leave with no tenure requirement

• Remote-friendly work culture with annual company-wide retreats

• Reimbursement for your work-from-home setup and monthly work-from-home stipend

*Please note that the benefits described apply to U.S.-based employees only. For our international employees, our benefits package varies by each country and its statutory requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Carbon Direct is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. We adhere rigorously to our equal employment opportunity policies in connection with all employment decisions, including hiring, compensation and promotion.