Senior Transmission Planning Engineer
About the Role
We're seeking a transmission planning engineer to support steady-state, dynamic, and short-circuit analyses across a range of study horizons-from near-term reliability assessments to long-term expansion planning. You'll evaluate system performance under N-0/N-1/N-1-1 conditions, develop mitigation alternatives, and collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, ISOs/RTOs, and interconnection customers. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on PSS®E experience and a solid understanding of transmission planning standards and study methodologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform load flow/power flow analyses and contingency screening (N-0, N-1, selected N-1-1) to assess thermal, voltage, and stability limits.
- Execute short-circuit and dynamic stability studies; contribute to remedial action plans and operating guides.
- Support generator and load interconnection studies: develop study assumptions, build cases, perform sensitivity analyses, and craft technical recommendations.
- Evaluate and compare network upgrades (e.g., reconductoring, reconfiguration, reactive support, FACTS devices, transformer additions, new lines) using cost/benefit and constructability lenses.
- Prepare high-quality technical reports, presentations, and one-line diagrams; present findings to internal leadership and external stakeholders (e.g., utilities, ISOs/RTOs, developers).
- Maintain and validate power system models (bus/branch, dynamic data, protection modeling assumptions) and ensure study traceability.
- Contribute to planning criteria interpretation and updates; apply NERC TPL standards, regional criteria, and applicable tariff requirements.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with protection, operations, substation, and line design teams to align solutions and schedules.
- Track risks, issues, and decisions; support project timelines and resource planning.
Required Qualifications
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering (Power focus preferred) or related field.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in transmission planning or closely related power systems analysis.
- Proficiency with PSS®E for steady-state and (ideally) dynamic simulations; familiarity with model building, data reconciliation, and automation of study workflows.
- Practical knowledge of load flow/power flow and short-circuit methodologies, voltage/reactive control concepts, and contingency analysis.
- Working understanding of NERC TPL standards, ISO/RTO interconnection processes, and planning criteria.
- Strong analytical writing and communication skills with a track record of clear technical documentation.
- Ability to manage multiple study assignments, prioritize deadlines, and work both independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with one or more of the following tools: PowerWorld, PSLF, TARA, ASPEN OneLiner, PSCAD/EMTDC, PSS®SINCAL, CAPE.
- Familiarity with dynamic stability (small-signal and transient), voltage stability, and reactive power planning studies.
- Scripting/automation skills (e.g., Python with PSS®E API, PowerWorld SimAuto, PSLF EPCL).
- Exposure to non-wires alternatives, grid-enhancing technologies (e.g., DLR, topology optimization, PSTs), or Advanced Grid Modeling.
- Understanding of FERC, tariff processes, and regional planning in ISO/RTO environments (e.g., PJM, ISO-NE, NYISO, MISO, SPP, ERCOT, CAISO).
- Experience in interconnection studies (GIA), generator modeling (renewables, IBRs), or inverter-based resource performance requirements.
- EIT/FE or P.E. license (or progress toward licensure).
What You'll Bring
- A system-thinking mindset with attention to model fidelity, validation, and sensitivity testing.
- Clear, concise communication of complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Initiative to improve study processes, templates, and model governance.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives.
- Professional development support (training, conferences, and credentials).
- Flexible work arrangements and a collaborative engineering culture.
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