Principal / Senior Transmission Planning Engineer

Aypa Power LLC; United States; A distancia; USD 140.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health care/dental/vision

401k matching

Unlimited vacation

Paid parental leave

Descripción de la vacante

Aypa Power LLC, a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable projects, is seeking a Principal / Senior Transmission Planning Engineer in the United States. You will model transmission systems, run powerflow studies, and guide project development with clear technical insights for diverse teams.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in powerflow analysis and familiarity with CAISO, PJM, ERCOT, NYISO markets, plus strong Python/Java skills

Formación

• Minimum 5 years of experience in transmission planning with powerflow analysis tools (TARA, PSSE, PSLF).
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; advanced degrees considered.
• Experience in one or more electric markets (CAISO, PJM, ERCOT, NYISO).
• Working knowledge of NERC planning standards.
• Experience with Python, Java, or similar programming languages; familiarity with data visualization tools (ArcGIS, PowerBI).

Responsabilidades

• Provide transmission analytical support and insight into a growing portfolio of BESS, renewable, and hybrid projects.
• Perform powerflow analysis to understand risks and costs of interconnecting new generation to the system.
• Assess technical and commercial feasibility of green-fielding or acquiring projects.
• Prepare summaries, reports, and other materials of technical results for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Research, develop, and create powerflow models; validate data and model proposed projects.
• Develop and streamline processes to support an efficient workflow; support automation initiatives.
• Assume other duties as required or assigned.

Conocimientos

Powerflow analysis

Python programming

Communication skills

Time management

Educación

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Herramientas

TARA

PSSE

PSLF

ArcGIS

PowerBI

Descripción del empleo

Principal / Senior Transmission Planning Engineer

United States

Aypa Power is a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable projects that power our communities and cities. Our mission is to responsibly decarbonize the grid and make North American energy markets more affordable, sustainable, and efficient. Aypa is well-capitalized and uniquely positioned to lean forward on projects with well-suited deal structures to meet our customers’ needs. We have been at the forefront of energy storage development since our first energy storage project came online in 2018. As a leader in our industry, we have over 22 GW of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable energy projects in development and 33 projects in operation or construction across North America.

As a Principal / Senior Transmission Planning Engineer you will perform detailed transmission system modeling work and powerflow studies. The analysis will be used within a multi-functional team to inform and guide project development and acquisition strategies. You will create reports and presentations to document and explain the conclusions of your analysis and provide recommendations to a mix of technical and non-technical colleagues. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience working with 1 or more powerflow analysis tools including hands-on modeling experience in at least one energy market.

Responsibilities:

• Provide transmission analytical support and insightstoa growing portfolio of BESS, Renewable, and Hybridprojects;


• Perform powerflow analysis to understand the potential risks and costs of interconnecting new generation to the system;


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


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


• Research, development, and creation of powerflow models, data validation, proposed project modeling;


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


• Other duties as required or assigned.

Key Qualifications:

• 5 years minimum experience andproficiencywith at leastonePowerflowSoftware: TARA, PSSE,PSLF;


• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering withadditionalconsideration given to applicants with advanceddegrees;


• Additional consideration given to applicants with prior generation development and/or consulting experience;


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


• Working knowledge of NERC planning standards;


• Experience with Python, Java, or similar programming languages desired;


• Experience with data visualization tools (ArcGIS, PowerBI) desired;


• Possess strong communication skills;


• Highly organized with demonstrated ability to work under tight time requirements and deadlines.

Compensation and Location:

Salary: A base salarycommensuratewithexperience; Bonus: An annual bonus will be awarded based onindividual performance andthe overall success of thebusiness; Benefits: Aypaoffers an attractive benefits package with excellent health care/dental/vision, 401k matching, unlimited vacation, paid parental leave, and other health/wellnessbenefits; Location: Remote (USA). The ability to work in the United States is a requirement;

At Aypa, we nurture and support a highly diverse team and actively seek to advance fair and inclusive practices in all aspects of what we do. We hire passionate, dedicated, and forward-thinking individuals from different backgrounds and value unique perspectives and experiences. With a focus on belonging, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all.