Principal System Planning and Studies Engineer
ArcadisPrincipal System Planning and Studies Engineer
ArcadisLocation
Chicago, IL, Albany, NY, Boston, MA, Charlotte, NC, Columb, OH, Dallas, TX, Hanover, MD, Highlands Ranch, CO, Houston, TX, Indianapolis, IN, Irvine, CA, Las Vegas, NV, New York, NY, Orlando, FL, Tampa, FL, Portland, OR, Raleigh, NC, Reno, NV, Sacramento, CA, San Diego, CA, San Jose, CA, Sandy Hook, CT, Tulsa, OK, Atlanta, GA
Type
Full-time
Posted
9/3/2026
Compensation
$122,760 - $220,968 per year
Job description
Arcadis is seeking a highly motivated Principal System Planning and Studies Engineer to join the Power Delivery & Renewable team. This senior technical position involves direct interaction with the power delivery team, focusing on system planning and studies for utility and developer clients in North America. The role emphasizes project management, client engagement, and ensuring compliance with codes and standards. The successful candidate will also mentor junior team members and contribute to business development efforts.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in Power System Planning and Studies
- Experience with key North American US Market Operators policies and regulations
- Proficient with PSCAD and PSS®E software packages
- PE License certification is required
- Ph.D. degree in Power Systems is preferred
- HVDC experience is preferred
Responsibilities
- Manage and grow the System Planning & Studies team.
- Perform and coordinate HVAC and HVDC power systems analysis activities.
- Lead the continuous development of enhanced power system planning processes and tools.
- Act as Project Manager, Proposal Manager, and Technical Lead for client services.
- Conduct quality assurance/quality control on the work of other system planning engineers.
- Participate in meetings with clients, contractors, and vendors.
- Work with leadership to develop plans for client development and account growth.
Benefits
- Employees at Arcadis are often offered a supportive, inclusive culture with internal mobility, extensive learning and development resources, and the flexibility to choose benefits that fit their needs (varying by country). Many roles also emphasize purpose and community—through sustainability initiatives, charitable programs like Shelter, and regular social and volunteer events—so people can grow their careers while making a positive impact.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Arcadis U S Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
31
FY2026
Approval rate
100.0%
FY2026
LCA certified
28
FY2026
Entry-level share
21.4%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+19%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-76%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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