Senior Transmission Planning Engineer
Core
Lead complex transmission planning engagements, performing power system studies and strategic planning support for electric utilities and grid operators.
Role type
Senior Transmission Planning Engineer (Technical Lead)
Builds
Transmission expansion plans, interconnection studies, and regulatory compliance reports for utility clients.
Domain
Electric Power Grid / Transmission Planning
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
steady-state load flow analysis, transient stability simulation, long-range transmission expansion planning, NERC reliability standards assessment, Python automation, technical report writing, business development proposal writing
Preferred skills
EIT or PE licensure, regional ISO/RTO interconnection expertise, IBR and BESS dynamic modeling, short circuit analysis, electromagnetic transient simulation
Technologies
PSS/E, PSLF, PowerWorld, ASPEN, CAPE, ETAP, PSCAD, EMTP
Responsibilities
Own scope, schedule, and quality for transmission planning engagements; perform steady-state and dynamic simulation studies; lead interconnection impact studies; develop long-range expansion plans; support FERC compliance work; author technical study reports; mentor junior engineers; participate in business development; monitor evolving grid policy and technology trends
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities