Transmission Planning Engineer (MULTIPLE Levels)
Core
Perform power system studies, evaluate transmission system performance, and develop solutions to support the long-term reliability and capacity of high-voltage electric transmission networks.
Role type
Transmission System Planning Engineer (Engineer, Senior/Lead, or Principal)
Builds
Long-range transmission plans, system improvement recommendations, and capital project evaluations
Domain
Energy / Power Systems Engineering
Required skills
Power flow analysis, Contingency analysis, Voltage stability analysis, Transient stability analysis, Transmission system modeling, NERC Reliability Standards, WECC criteria, System impact studies, Generation interconnection studies, Load service studies, Long-range planning, Power system simulation software
Preferred skills
PowerWorld software, Electrical Engineering degree with power systems emphasis, EIT/FE/PE licensure, Transmission planning experience, Electric utility experience, Technical mentoring
Technologies
PowerWorld, Power system simulation software (via careerplan.io/jobs/CA-00A-3D-07B-transmission-planning-engineer-multiple-levels-at-roi-agency)
Responsibilities
Perform power flow, contingency, voltage, and transient stability studies; Develop and validate transmission planning models; Identify reliability and capacity constraints; Support long-range transmission planning; Evaluate transmission alternatives for capital projects; Prepare technical reports and communicate findings; Coordinate studies with stakeholders and utilities; Lead complex studies and mentor engineers at senior levels
Seniority
Entry-level to Principal (10+ years experience)
