We are seeking a Senior/Principal Transmission Planning Engineer to oversee regional transmission system planning, ensuring reliable operations under various scenarios while adhering to industry standards and regulatory guidelines. This role involves collaborating with load-serving entities, generation developers, regulatory bodies, and regional reliability councils to support strategic planning initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead system planning efforts, including load and baseline reliability assessments, to maintain grid stability.
- Conduct power flow studies, build power flow models, and perform economic analyses for short- and long-term transmission expansion.
- Identify and assess recurring system operation trends, such as voltage stability and unusual power flows, requiring attention.
- Develop strategies to integrate distributed energy resources, microgrids, and renewable generation into the grid.
- Plan and optimize transmission and distribution networks to meet current and future demand.
- Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements, including transmission loss reduction.
- Support environmental planning and regulatory compliance for new transmission projects.
- Represent the organization in regional planning forums and industry groups.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited) or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in transmission planning, power system engineering, or related fields.
- Expertise in power flow analysis, feasibility studies, system performance monitoring, and regulatory compliance.
- Strong data analysis and technical reporting skills.
- Ability to manage projects and engage stakeholders effectively.
- PE license required
Preferred:
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
Work Environment:
- Hybrid schedule: three days on-site and remote work flexibility.
- Must be based in California or willing to relocate.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced transmission planning professional to play a key role in grid reliability and expansion initiatives.
