(Sr./Lead) Engineer I (II)

PJM Interconnection; Lower Providence Township (PA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PJM Interconnection in Pennsylvania is looking for a Senior Engineer in transmission planning to develop and enhance the Regional Transmission Expansion Plan. You will assess the reliability of the PJM power system, engage in analysis, and support the team with technical recommendations.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and over 5 years of relevant experience. The hybrid work model supports flexibility in your work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience with PJM reliability criteria testing methodologies.
• 5+ years of experience in developing analytical and automation tools.
• Ability to use mathematical and electrical theory.

Responsibilities

• Perform power system analysis for the Regional Transmission Expansion Plan.
• Identify and evaluate transmission system reinforcements.
• Develop transmission system models for planning projects.

Skills

Analytical tools programming

Quantitative analysis

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS/e

Job description

Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid

The transmission planning department is responsible for the development of transmission expansion plan in the PJM interconnection. The (Sr.) Engineer will be working closely and collaboratively with a group of highly skilled team that performs transmission expansion analysis supporting the development of the Regional Transmission Expansion Plan. The Regional Transmission Expansion Plan integrates baseline reliability analyses with market efficiency and interconnection analysis to identify bulk transmission system expansion or enhancement options. The (Sr.) Engineer will also engage in a variety of other adequacy and reliability assessments that support the planning function.

Essential Functions

• Have an in-depth understanding of NERC standards that apply to PJM as the Reliability Coordinator, Planning Authority, and Transmission Planner.
• Ensure that the PJM power system test methods and procedures meet applicable NERC planning standards.
• Perform power system analysis required in the development of the baseline Regional Transmission Expansion Plan.
• Identify and evaluate transmission system reinforcements required to resolve reliability and operational constraints and to improve economic efficiency.
• Perform adequacy and reliability assessments for the PJM system.
• Identify and assist with the development of new and innovative analysis methods in the planning process.
• Prepare reports and presentations to support activities of the Transmission Planning Division.
• Develop recommendations to PJM management on the implementation of new bulk power facilities, programs, procedures, and policies.
• Develop and maintain the necessary transmission system models required for the development of the Regional Transmission Expansion Plan.
• Work with transmission owner staff in the development and refinement of the Regional Transmission Expansion Plan.
• Work with other member of the System Planning Division to solve complex engineering problems.
• Represent PJM on industry committees, task forces, or stakeholder groups involving topics related to planning and engineering.

Required Characteristics and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience
• At least 5 years of experience PJM reliability criteria testing methodologies
• At least 5 years of experience programming development of analytical and automation tools for enhanced reliability criteria testing and screening
• Ability to produce high-quality work products with attention to detail
• Experience in quantitative and qualitative analysis
• Ability to use mathematical and electrical theory
• Ability to troubleshoot and provide technical support

Preferred

• MS, Engineering
• Experience with PJM operations, markets, and planning functions
• Experience using PSS/e (power system analysis program)