Senior Transmission Strategy & Planning Consultant

Charles River Associates International; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 153,000; Full time

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Job summary

Charles River Associates (CRA) is seeking a Senior Associate/Transmission Strategy & Planning to lead and deliver complex transmission planning engagements across North America. The role requires strong expertise in power system analysis, market modeling and regulatory frameworks, with hands-on experience using PSS0E, PSLF, PROMOD, and Aurora.

You will manage project workstreams, mentor junior staff, and communicate insights to utilities, developers and regulators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor7s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Engineering Economics, or related field; Master7s degree preferred.
• 508 years of experience in transmission planning, power system analysis, or electricity market modeling.
• Familiarity with RTO/ISO planning processes, interconnection procedures, and cost allocation frameworks.
• Experience with power system and market modeling tools (e.g., PSSa0E, PSLF, PROMOD, Aurora, or similar) and ability to translate results into actionable insights.
• Experience managing project workstreams or small teams within larger engagements.
• Exposure to working with utilities, developers, regulators, or large energy users on transmission-related issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to distill complex analyses into clear insights.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to structure and execute analyses on complex issues.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to mentorship, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day execution of transmission planning and strategy engagements, including coordinating project teams, tracking deliverables, and ensuring timelines and quality standards are met.
• Support transmission planning analyses, including regional and local planning, interconnection strategy, and evaluation of transmission expansion opportunities.
• Apply and interpret power system and market models, including power flow, production cost, and capacity expansion tools, to inform planning and investment decisions.
• Support large load and generation interconnection strategy, including queue positioning, cost allocation, and timing considerations for utilities, developers, and hyperscale customers.
• Conduct analysis of planning processes and regulatory frameworks, including RTO/ISO planning (e.g., MISO, PJM, SPP, CAISO), FERC policies, and state-level transmission initiatives.
• Develop clear, structured insights on transmission development, including project economics, risk assessment, and implications for rates and cost recovery.
• Contribute to stakeholder processes, including regulatory proceedings, technical working groups, and investor diligence efforts.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, supporting their development and ensuring high-quality analytical output.
• Prepare client-ready deliverables, including presentations, memoranda, and supporting analyses.
• Communicate findings clearly and effectively to clients and internal teams.

Skills

Transmission planning

Power system analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Project leadership

Client communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering / Power Systems Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

PSSa0E

PSLF

PROMOD

Aurora

Job description

Charles River Associates (CRA) is seeking a Senior Associate/Transmission Strategy & Planning to lead and deliver complex transmission planning engagements across North America. The role requires strong expertise in power system analysis, market modeling and regulatory frameworks, with hands-on experience using PSS0E, PSLF, PROMOD, and Aurora.

You will manage project workstreams, mentor junior staff, and communicate insights to utilities, developers and regulators.