​Transmission Planning Engineer Strategist

Engineering & Technology · Remote (must be based in the US)

My client is a leading developer, owner and operator of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable projects. As a leader in the industry, they now have over 15 GW of utility-scale projects in development, and 32 projects in operation or construction across North America.

They are seeking a Transmission Planning Engineer Strategist who will be reporting to the Director of Transmission and Commercial Analytics to support work as a utility-scale energy storage and renewables leader.

Responsibilities:

• Provide transmission analytical support and insights to a growing portfolio of BESS, Renewable, and Hybrid projects.

• Run near and long-term nodal production cost studies to forecast the projected price impacts and performance of a changing generation fleet.

• Perform powerflow analysis to understand the potential impacts and costs of interconnecting new generation to the system.

• Assess the technical and commercial feasibility of green-fielding or acquiring projects.

• Develop planning level cost estimates for interconnection facilities.

• Prepare summaries, reports, and other materials of technical results to technical and non-technical team members.

• Develop and streamline processes and automation to support an efficient workflow.

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Key Qualifications:

• 3 years minimum experience with PROMOD.

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering with additional consideration given to applicants with advanced degrees.

• Proficient in one or more power system powerflow tools: TARA, PSS/E, PSLF.

• Experience in one or more organized electric markets (CAISO, PJM, ERCOT, NYISO).

• Working knowledge of NERC planning standards.

• Experience with Python, Java, or similar programming languages.

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Compensation and Location:

Job Type:Permanent, Full-time.

Salary:A base salary commensurate with experience.

Bonus:An annual bonus will be awarded based on both individual performance as well as the overall success of the business.

Benefits:My client offers an attractive benefit package with excellent health care / dental / vision, 401k matching, and other health and wellness benefits.