Electrical Engineering (B.S.) – Power Systems Engineering Specialization
Where energy meets innovation.
Electricity keeps the world running, and power systems engineers make sure it stays that way. In this specialization, you’ll study how energy moves from generation to the grid to the devices we rely on every day. You’ll explore renewable energy, grid modernization, and the technologies shaping a cleaner, more resilient energy future. If you want a career where your work directly supports communities and infrastructure, this path gives you the foundation to make that impact.
Is it for you?
This program will be a good fit if you:
- Enjoy hands‑on problem‑solving and system‑level thinking.
- Are interested in how electricity is generated and delivered.
- Want a career that directly impacts communities and infrastructure.
- Want a career in the power and energy industry.
- Want to help build a cleaner, smarter energy future.
Career Opportunities
Explore possible career opportunities with this degree:
- Power systems engineer
- Substation or protection engineer
- Grid operations engineer
- Renewable energy engineer
- Transmission and distribution engineer
- Energy policy or standards engineer
Recent Employers
Graduates have gone on to work at employers such as:
- Electrical Consultants, Inc.
- EVS, Inc.
- Western Area Power Administration (WAPA)
- Electrical Consultants, Inc.
- Basin Electric Power Cooperative
- Northwestern Energy
- Central Iowa Power Cooperative
- Southeastern Electric Cooperative
- East River Electric Power Cooperative
Internship Opportunities
We have provided the following internship opportunities:
- STAR Energy Services, LLC
- Central Iowa Power Cooperative
- Ulteig
- Xcel Energy
Clubs & Organizations
We offer the following extracurricular clubs to participate in:
- Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
- Association for Computing Machinery
- Robotics
- IEEE – Eta Kappa Nu (HKN)
