Planning Engineer Sr
Core
Provides electrical engineering analysis and technical support for the planning and operations of the electric power system, including system stability assessment and developing solutions for stability issues.
Role type
Senior IC power system engineer (planning & operations)
Builds
System stability studies, operating limits, and technical reports for ERCOT management, NERC, and regulatory agencies
Domain
Electric utility industry / Power system engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Power system simulation modeling, steady-state analysis, dynamic contingency analysis, system stability assessment, report writing, stakeholder communication, technical mentoring, project coordination, software tool expertise, industry best practices knowledge
Preferred skills
Large-scale dynamic stability analysis, inverter-based resource (IBR) modeling, Python programming for simulation automation, transmission planning process improvement, NERC reliability standards familiarity, Energy Management System (EMS) experience
Technologies
PSSE, VSAT, TSAT, Python, spreadsheet programs, database programs
Responsibilities
Design and perform steady-state and dynamic contingency analyses using power system simulation models; run scenarios and analyze study accuracy; structure stability studies to determine system operating limits; review stakeholder reports for technical accuracy; serve as a technical Subject Matter Expert; mentor less experienced engineers; lead multifunctional teams to obtain input and perform studies; coordinate with ERCOT personnel, Market Participants, and Regulatory agencies
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship and leadership responsibilities