Transmission Planning Engineer
About the Company
This organization is a well-established developer, investor, and operator within the North American energy infrastructure space, with a strong presence across generation and transmission. The company supports a diverse portfolio that includes renewable energy, storage, and grid modernization initiatives, and is actively involved in advancing large-scale infrastructure projects tied to the evolving energy landscape.
With decades of experience and significant capital deployed across multiple platforms, the firm continues to expand its footprint through both new development and strategic acquisitions, particularly in areas supporting electrification and system reliability.
The Opportunity
The team is seeking a Transmission Planning Engineer to support system studies, long-term transmission planning, and reliability assessments. This role will contribute to both project development efforts and ongoing system operations across multiple U.S. markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct power system studies including load flow, short circuit, and stability analysis
- Support advanced modeling efforts such as electromagnetic transient and economic/production cost simulations
- Identify transmission constraints and recommend solutions to improve system reliability and efficiency
- Review and interpret interconnection and transmission studies completed by utilities and third-party consultants
- Assist with interconnection processes for new generation resources across various ISO/RTO markets
- Contribute to regulatory and compliance-related activities tied to transmission operations
- Provide technical input for project development, acquisitions, and grid expansion initiatives
- Engage with industry groups, technical committees, and working groups as needed
- Stay current on regulatory developments and evolving market structures impacting transmission planning
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems
- Strong understanding of power system analysis fundamentals
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Clear communication and strong organizational skills
- Demonstrated problem-solving ability and collaborative mindset
Preferred Background
- Advanced degree with concentration in power systems engineering
- Exposure to industry-standard tools such as PSS®E, PowerWorld, PSLF, or similar platforms through academic or professional experience
- Interest in transmission planning, interconnection studies, or grid modeling work
Why This Role Stands Out
- Opportunity to work on complex transmission and interconnection challenges across multiple regions
- Exposure to both development and operational sides of the grid
- Involvement in evolving energy transition initiatives and large-scale infrastructure projects
- Collaborative environment with strong technical growth opportunities
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