Power System Transmission Planning Engineer

New York Power Authority; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Power Authority seeks a qualified engineer based in White Plains, NY. This role involves leading research and development activities to enhance energy services and conducting analyses to ensure compliance with NERC Reliability Standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical & Computer Engineering and have at least eight years of relevant experience. Proficiency with PTI/PSS/e tools and understanding of the Bulk Electric system is essential. The position offers opportunity for professional growth in a diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years of work-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• New York State Engineer in Training certification preferred.
• Experience in steady state, short circuit, and dynamic modelling of inverter-based resources preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads research, design, and development activities to improve NYPA's energy services.
• Understand the operational characteristics of the NYISO Bulk Electric system.
• Represent the Authority on Regional and State Transmission Planning working groups.

Skills

Load Flow Contingency Analysis

Dynamics analysis

Python programming

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical & Computer Engineering

Masters of Science in Electrical & Computer Engineering

Tools

PTI/PSS/e Load Flow and Voltage programs

TARA programs

Job description

The New York Power Authority seeks a qualified engineer based in White Plains, NY. This role involves leading research and development activities to enhance energy services and conducting analyses to ensure compliance with NERC Reliability Standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical & Computer Engineering and have at least eight years of relevant experience. Proficiency with PTI/PSS/e tools and understanding of the Bulk Electric system is essential. The position offers opportunity for professional growth in a diverse work environment.