Senior Transmission Planning Engineer - Grid Reliability

1898 & Co.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

ESOP

401(k)

Wellness programs

Job summary

1898 & Co. is seeking a Transmission Planning Consultant to advance grid reliability and renewable integration across North America.

You will perform advanced transmission studies, develop technical reports, and support client decision-making with rigorous economic analysis. The role requires ABET-accredited engineering education (or equivalent), strong software skills (PSS/E, PSLF, EMTP/ATP, PSCAD, SKM, ETAP, Promod), and leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree or equivalent with 3+ years related experience.
• Master's degree in engineering or business with 2+ years experience.
• PhD in engineering with 1+ year experience.
• Experience with electric utility operations, planning, or consulting.
• Strong knowledge of NERC, FERC, and Regional requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform broad transmission planning studies (power flow, stability, short-circuit, voltage analysis).
• Apply regulatory requirements (NERC/FERC) and regional policies to evaluate conditions and risks.
• Use industry software to execute planning studies (PSS/E, PSLF, EMTP/ATP, PSCAD, SKM, ETAP, Promod).
• Develop technical reports and client-ready presentations with actionable insights.
• Support project managers with proposals, client deliverables, and business development.

Skills

Power system planning

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Client communication

Project management

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Master's degree in engineering or business

PhD in engineering

Tools

PSS/E

PSLF

EMTP/ATP

PSCAD

SKM

ETAP

Promod

Job description

1898 & Co. is seeking a Transmission Planning Consultant to advance grid reliability and renewable integration across North America.

You will perform advanced transmission studies, develop technical reports, and support client decision-making with rigorous economic analysis. The role requires ABET-accredited engineering education (or equivalent), strong software skills (PSS/E, PSLF, EMTP/ATP, PSCAD, SKM, ETAP, Promod), and leadership capabilities.