Senior Transmission Planning Engineer

JCW; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Senior Transmission Planner to join their dynamic team in Tampa or Palm Beach. This role emphasizes leading the planning of transmission systems while ensuring compliance with NERC standards and integrating renewable energy solutions. You will have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers, contribute to system modernization, and collaborate with various stakeholders to implement essential upgrades. If you are passionate about advancing the electric power transmission sector and possess strong leadership skills, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of experience in transmission planning in utilities or consulting.
• Strong understanding of NERC standards and their application.

Responsibilities

• Lead transmission system planning and ensure compliance with NERC standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and review their technical work.

Skills

Transmission Planning

NERC Compliance

Power System Analysis

Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Tools

PSS/E

TARA

PSLF

PowerWorld

Job description

Senior Transmission Planner at JCW Group

We are seeking a skilled Transmission Planner to join our team in Tampa or Palm Beach. This role focuses on leading transmission system planning, ensuring the integration of renewable energy solutions, and complying with industry standards such as NERC. You’ll also mentor junior engineers while contributing to system modernization efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead transmission system planning and analysis to ensure compliance with NERC standards and other regulatory requirements.
2. Perform steady-state, transient, and dynamic analyses to ensure system reliability and alignment with operational standards.
3. Collaborate with both internal teams and external stakeholders to implement system upgrades and manage new interconnections.
4. Mentor junior engineers by reviewing their work and providing guidance on technical reports, power flow models, and study results.

Required Qualifications:

1. A degree in Electrical Engineering and an active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
2. 8–12 years of experience in transmission planning within the utility or consulting sectors.
3. Proficiency with power system analysis tools, including PSS/E, TARA, PSLF, and PowerWorld.
4. Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to present technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
5. Familiarity with NERC standards and their application in transmission system planning.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industries: Utilities and Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution