Planning Engineer Sr
Core
Provides electrical engineering analysis and technical support for the planning and operation of the electric power system, including system modeling, stability analysis, and developing solutions for grid issues.
Role type
Senior IC power system planning engineer
Builds
Transmission planning studies, market forecasting processes, and power system simulation models
Domain
Energy / Power Grid / Electrical Engineering
Required skills
steady-state analysis, dynamic stability analysis, electromagnetic transient analysis, power system simulation modeling, technical reporting, sensitivity analysis, stakeholder communication, mentoring, project coordination
Preferred skills
dynamic model quality testing, large-scale dynamic stability analysis, EMT simulation, power system dynamic model updating, large load dynamic behavior analysis, Python programming, sub-synchronous oscillation mitigation, NERC reliability standards knowledge
Technologies
PSSE, VSAT, TSAT, PowerWorld, PSCAD, Python, spreadsheet programs, database programs
Responsibilities
Design and perform steady-state, dynamic stability, and electromagnetic transient analyses; run scenarios and analyze study accuracy; structure planning studies and sensitivity analyses; prepare study reports and procedures; review stakeholder reports; assist market participants in updating power system models; lead multifunctional teams to perform studies; act as a technical Subject Matter Expert; coordinate with regulatory agencies and industry stakeholders
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship and leadership responsibilities
