Senior Transmission Planning Engineer - Grid Reliability & Studies

Arizona Public Service - APS; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona Public Service - APS is seeking a Transmission Planning Engineer at the III/Senior level to ensure the reliability of the 69kV-500kV transmission system. The role emphasizes conducting studies (power flow, transient stability, short circuit) and leading projects from initiation to closeout.

The successful candidate will maintain transmission models, apply best practices, and interact with regulatory authorities. A BS in engineering and 5 years of related experience are required.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Engineering required
• Minimum five years of engineering experience in transmission planning
• Bachelor degrees Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, or Structural preferred
• Experience with NERC/WECC/industry standards is a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term transmission plans and promote new investments
• Conduct power flow, transient stability, short circuit studies and other analyses
• Build and maintain power flow, dynamic, and short circuit models
• Lead multiple projects from initiation through construction closeout
• Coordinate with regulatory authorities and external agencies
• Represent APS on industry work groups and regional committees

Skills

Power system studies

Project leadership

Communication skills

Regulatory coordination

Education

ABET-accredited engineering BS

Tools

GE PSLF

CAPe

PowerWorld

PSSE

TARA

Job description

Arizona Public Service - APS is seeking a Transmission Planning Engineer at the III/Senior level to ensure the reliability of the 69kV-500kV transmission system. The role emphasizes conducting studies (power flow, transient stability, short circuit) and leading projects from initiation to closeout.

The successful candidate will maintain transmission models, apply best practices, and interact with regulatory authorities. A BS in engineering and 5 years of related experience are required.