Transmission Planning Engineer
Core
Conducting power system studies (steady-state, short-circuit, dynamic, transient) to ensure operational reliability, adequacy, and security of the 34.5 kV to 345 kV transmission system.
Role type
Transmission Planning Analysis Engineer
Builds
Transmission system plans and compliance assessments for MISO and NERC standards
Domain
Electric Utility / Power Systems Engineering
Required skills
Power flow analysis, Dynamic stability analysis, Transient stability analysis, Voltage stability analysis, NERC compliance modeling, Regulatory audit preparation, Emergency system restoration support, Stakeholder meeting participation, Cost-effective transmission planning, Engineering report writing
Preferred skills
Power systems studies expertise, Regulatory framework knowledge (NERC, FERC, MISO), Complex technical communication, Transmission grid technical knowledge, PSSE/TARA/DSA Tools proficiency, ASPEN/CAPE proficiency, PSCAD proficiency
Technologies
TARA, PSS®E, ASPEN, DSA Tools, PSCAD
Responsibilities
Perform annual NERC TPL-001 Transmission System Planning Performance Assessment, Assist with NERC EOP-005 System Restoration from Blackstart Resources, Independently perform NERC CIP-014 Physical Security assessment modeling, Perform NERC FAC-002 qualified changes and material modification impact studies, Evaluate optimization of Transmission System and proposed Transmission plans, Participate in MISO regional Transmission Planning process and Expedited Project Review, Collaborate with Indiana utilities to establish cost-effective forecasted Transmission Plan, Prepare for and defend against regulatory audits, Provide Transmission Operations Control Center assistance during emergencies, Assist with NERC standards compliance tasks
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC