Senior Electrical Power System Studies Engineer at Fervo Energy in Houston, TX

Job description

About Fervo Energy Fervo Energy (NASDAQ: FRVO) is a modern power company developing next-generation geothermal resources to meet the growing demand for affordable, reliable, 24/7 carbon-free energy. Our mission is to transform geothermal into America’s most dependable and affordable source of clean, around-the-clock power. By combining innovations in horizontal drilling, fiber-optic sensing, and advanced reservoir engineering, Fervo has developed a repeatable approach to building utility-scale enhanced geothermal systems. Our flagship Cape Station development in Utah is planned to deliver 500 MW of firm, carbon-free power, and we are advancing a development pipeline of more than 50 GW. Join us and work alongside world-class engineers, geoscientists, operators, project builders, and business leaders working to make geothermal a cornerstone of a more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy future. Position Description As a Senior Electrical Power Engineer, you will be a technical authority on electrical system studies supporting Fervo’s geothermal power plant development and associated transmission interconnections. You will perform and lead a wide range of power system analyses — from grid interconnection studies through to plant-level studies supporting capital, maintenance, and reliability projects — using industry-standard tools including PSCAD, PSLF, and ETAP. You will mentor junior engineers and contribute beyond core system studies to procedure and standards development, design tasks, and other cross-functional engineering work as Fervo scales its fleet. This role will report to the Power Engineering Manager. Responsibilities Electrical System Studies Perform transient overvoltage (TOV) studies using PSCAD to evaluate switching transients, lightning, and equipment overvoltage risks for geothermal generation facilities and interconnection projects. Conduct dynamic stability studies in PSLF or PSSE and ETAP, including generator modeling, voltage/frequency response analysis, and compliance with interconnection stability requirements. Execute power flow studies in PSLF or PSSE and ETAP to assess steady-state operating conditions, equipment loading, and voltage profiles across Fervo plant and transmission configurations. Perform short circuit analysis in ETAP to size equipment, verify protective device ratings, and support NEC/NESC and applicable code compliance. Develop protection system studies and relay coordination in ETAP, including time-overcurrent, differential, and distance protection schemes for generation, transmission, and distribution systems. Conduct arc flash incident energy analysis in ETAP in accordance with IEEE 1584; prepare arc flash hazard labels and arc flash mitigation recommendations to support site safety programs. Grid Interconnection Lead and support interconnection study processes with regional transmission organizations (RTOs), independent system operators (ISOs), and transmission owners, including scoping meetings, study review, and dispute resolution. Prepare and review power flow and stability models for submission to transmission providers; coordinate generator model validation per NERC MOD standards. Evaluate interconnection study results and translate technical findings into actionable design and equipment requirements for project teams. Track applicable interconnection standards and tariff requirements (FERC, NERC, regional) and ensure study methodologies remain compliant. Plant-Level Studies Perform plant electrical system studies to support capital project development, including new well pads, power delivery infrastructure, and substation upgrades. Provide engineering analysis to support maintenance and reliability programs, including equipment ratings validation, protection updates, and operational improvement studies. Develop and maintain accurate ETAP and PSLF/PSCAD plant models, ensuring models reflect as-built conditions and are updated as modifications are made. Produce clear, we