Lead Transmission Planning Engineer

AVA Energy; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AVA Energy is seeking a Transmission Planning Engineer based in the United States to manage steady-state and dynamic studies across various North American markets. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in transmission planning, a Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, and hands-on expertise in using PSSE. Strong technical writing and communication skills are essential for translating findings into actionable recommendations for clients.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in transmission planning, grid studies, or interconnection.
• Hands-on experience running studies with PSSE.
• Excellent technical writing and client-facing communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Run steady-state and/or dynamic studies across multiple North American markets.
• Translate results into clear, actionable recommendations for clients.

Skills

Transmission planning

Technical writing

Python

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSSE

Job description

We’ve partnered with a power systems consulting firm helping utilities, ISOs/RTOs, and developers plan and operate a more reliable, decarbonizing grid. We’re hiring a US based Transmission Planning Engineer to run steady-state and/or dynamic studies across multiple North American markets and translate results into clear, actionable recommendations for clients.

Requirements:

• 5+ years in transmission planning, grid studies, or interconnection (consulting, utility, ISO/RTO, developer, etc.)
• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering.
• Hands-on experience running studies with PSSE.
• Working knowledge of ISO/RTO processes and criteria across CAISO or WECC.
• Proficiency with Python for data handling, automation, and QA is a plus.
• Previous hands on experience running dynamic, steady-state, or stability studies.
• Excellent technical writing and client-facing communication skills.