Strategic Transmission Planning Consultant

Burns & McDonnell; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Transmission Planning Consultant in the US Southwest region. You will perform comprehensive transmission planning studies, apply grid technologies, and support clients with analytical decisions backed by engineering and financial analysis.

Responsibilities include modeling with PSS/E/PSLF, evaluating regulatory risks, and delivering detailed reports. Ideal candidates have ABET-accredited engineering degrees and experience in power system planning, with strong

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree or related field with 3+ years' experience.
• Master's degree with 2+ years' experience or
• PhD with 1+ year experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform transmission planning studies (power flow, stability, voltage) and coping with congestion.
• Evaluate regulatory requirements (NERC/FERC) and regional policies.
• Develop technical reports, presentations, and client communications.

Skills

Power systems planning

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Written & oral communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor degree in Engineering

Master degree in Engineering or Business

PhD in Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

PSLF

EMTP/ATP

PSCAD

ETAP

Promod

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Transmission Planning Consultant in the US Southwest region. You will perform comprehensive transmission planning studies, apply grid technologies, and support clients with analytical decisions backed by engineering and financial analysis.

Responsibilities include modeling with PSS/E/PSLF, evaluating regulatory risks, and delivering detailed reports. Ideal candidates have ABET-accredited engineering degrees and experience in power system planning, with strong