Transmission Engineer 3 (Transmission Planning)

Pedernales Electric Cooperative; Johnson City (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,115 - 125,144; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Job summary

Pedernales Electric Cooperative seeks a qualified engineer to analyze the cooperative’s transmission system and oversee the design and construction of large power projects in Johnson City, TX. The role emphasizes power-flow modeling, compliance with NERC and ERCOT standards, and coordination with ERCOT working groups.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor's in engineering, a Texas Professional Engineer license, and substantial experience; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Texas.
• Eight years of related work experience or six years with a postgraduate degree.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data for power-flow models to analyze transmission system performance.
• Analyze transmission performance using steady state and dynamic power-flow models.
• Lead studies to ensure compliance with NERC and ERCOT standards.
• Participate in ERCOT Working Groups: Steady State, Dynamics, and Planning.
• Prepare project justification documents for capital improvements and present to PEC/ERCOT groups.
• Review and coordinate transmission planning standards and designs.
• Coordinate with developers, customers, and PEC staff on load/generation interconnections.

Skills

Power System Analysis

Transmission planning

ERCOT knowledge

Technical communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer in Texas

Postgraduate engineering degree

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

Physical Office Location

PEC Headquarters – 201 S Ave F, Johnson City, TX 78636

Hybrid Work Options

Hybrid Work Options Available

Compensation

Minimum Starting Base Pay: $100,115.20 + KPI Bonuses + Competitive Benefits

Pay range: $100,115.20 – $125,144.00 (midpoint)

*Qualifications may warrant greater starting base pay within the full pay range. Individual base pay is determined by experience, job‑related skills, and relevant education or training.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the analysis of the Cooperative’s transmission system and the design and construction of complex electrical power systems.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain model data for use in power‑flow models used to analyze transmission system performance.
• Analyze transmission system performance using steady state and dynamic power‑flow models.
• Lead, coordinate, and perform power‑flow studies needed to ensure compliance with NERC and ERCOT Reliability Standards.
• Participate in ERCOT working groups: Steady State Working Group, Dynamics Working Group, and Planning Working Group.
• Prepare project justification documents for capital improvements needed to meet NERC and ERCOT Reliability Standards and the standards for construction in the National Electrical Safety Code and, as needed, present them to PEC management and the ERCOT Regional Planning Group.
• Respond to requests for information from ERCOT during development of the ERCOT Regional Transmission Plan (RTP)
• Review, develop, and maintain Transmission Planning Standards for review by PEC Management.
• Participate in development and maintenance of Transmission Line Design Standards for PEC.
• Perform and review detailed calculations in development and maintenance of Transmission Line Equipment and Material Standards for the Cooperative.
• Coordinate with members, developers, and internal PEC staff to evaluate and analyze the impact of load and/or generation interconnections to PEC’s transmission system.
• Review and evaluate transmission line design performed by others.
• Operate computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment.
• Review the engineering calculations and analysis of engineering graduates to ensure compliance with industry accepted standards for engineering.
• Prepare and study technical drawings, specifications of transmission lines, and topographical maps to become familiar with standards and customer requirements.
• Prepare specifications for purchase of materials and equipment.
• Confer with engineers, customers and others to discuss existing or potential engineering projects and products.
• Review construction, installation, maintenance, support, documentation and testing activities to ensure compliance with specifications, codes and customer requirements.
• Investigate customer or public complaints, determine nature and extent of problem and recommend remedial measures to management.
• Oversee project production efforts to assure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time and on budget.
• Manage the design and monitor the construction of large transmission projects to ensure compliance with the engineering design.
• Represent the Cooperative in the Public Utility Commission of Texas Certificate of Convenience and Necessity (CCN) process.
• Coordinate with Cooperative management, consultants, members, developers and government entities on all assigned projects.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to other department engineers.
• Provide efficient and effective responses as an engineering resource to other departments.
• Maintain the security of confidential information.
• Stay abreast of advances in technology.
• Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance.
• Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of using computer systems, which may include setting up and using hardware and software programs and entering data or processing information.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service.
• Knowledge of Power System Analysis.
• Knowledge of Power System transmission materials, such as structures, foundations, insulators, anchor bolts, etc.
• Knowledge of the PUCT CCN and ERCOT Regional Planning Group processes.
• Skilled in time management.
• Skilled in prioritizing and managing changing priorities.
• Ability to read and understand transmission construction design drawings.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing.
• Ability to anticipate, identify, analyze and resolve conflict and problems.
• Ability to read and understand transmission construction design drawings.

Minimum Qualifications—Education, Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field.
• Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Texas OR.
• Eight years of directly related work experience OR.
• Six years of related work experience and a Post Graduate Engineering degree in a related discipline.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel.
• The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 25 pounds.
• The employee may be required to travel.
• Exempt employees receive a fixed bi‑weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay period.
• This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week.

Position Open Until Filled

Pedernales Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.