Regional Transmission Planner - Entry Level Engineer

American Electric Power; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 75,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Regional Transmission Planner to perform complex engineering analyses including load flow and congestion studies. You will use tools like PSS/E, PROMOD, TARA, and Aspen to evaluate reliability, participate in competitive transmission windows, and contribute to planning reports.

The role requires collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams, develops presentations for stakeholders, and involves detailed technical documentation to support policy and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (ABET-accredited) required or equivalent.
• Fundamentals of Engineering exam encouraged/preparation for PE licensure.

Responsibilities

• Perform load flow, congestion, and planning studies.
• Evaluate system improvements to address reliability deficiencies.
• Participate in transmission windows and congestion analyses for generation acquisition.
• Prepare presentations for stakeholders and communicate findings clearly.

Skills

Load flow analysis

Congestion analysis

Short circuit studies

Technical proficiency

Presentation skills

Tools

PSS/E

PROMOD

TARA

Aspen

Job description

American Electric Power in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Regional Transmission Planner to perform complex engineering analyses including load flow and congestion studies. You will use tools like PSS/E, PROMOD, TARA, and Aspen to evaluate reliability, participate in competitive transmission windows, and contribute to planning reports.

The role requires collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams, develops presentations for stakeholders, and involves detailed technical documentation to support policy and