Lead Transmission Planning Consultant

1898 & Co.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

ESOP

401(k) retirement program

Job summary

1898 & Co. is seeking a Transmission Planning Consultant in Denver, CO to perform advanced studies and provide high‑quality economic analysis for utilities, developers, and ISOs/RTOs across North America.

You will use industry tools (PSS/E, PSLF, EMTP/ATP, PSCAD, SKM, ETAP, Promod) to evaluate regulatory conditions and deliver technical reports, while collaborating with project managers on client deliverables and proposals.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree with related experience or advanced degree.
• Experience with electric utility operations, planning or consulting.
• Proficiency in power system planning studies and regulatory standards (NERC/FERC).

Responsibilities

• Perform power flow, transient stability, short-circuit, voltage analysis, and other studies.
• Apply regulatory requirements and conduct risk assessments for projects.
• Produce technical reports and client presentations with actionable insights.
• Support business development and client meetings with senior staff.
• Lead and mentor a team of consultants and analysts.

Skills

Power systems analysis

Leadership

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Advanced degree acceptable (MS/PhD)

Tools

PSS/E

PSLF

EMTP/ATP

PSCAD

SKM

ETAP

Promod

Job description

1898 & Co. is seeking a Transmission Planning Consultant in Denver, CO to perform advanced studies and provide high‑quality economic analysis for utilities, developers, and ISOs/RTOs across North America.

You will use industry tools (PSS/E, PSLF, EMTP/ATP, PSCAD, SKM, ETAP, Promod) to evaluate regulatory conditions and deliver technical reports, while collaborating with project managers on client deliverables and proposals.