Transmission Planning Engineer

ICF; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 73,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company where you can make a real difference as a Transmission Planning Engineer. This role offers the chance to engage in innovative power system studies, collaborate with talented engineers, and contribute to the future of energy solutions. You'll enjoy a flexible work environment that promotes work-life balance and professional growth. With a commitment to community investment and employee development, this is an opportunity to thrive in a supportive and dynamic workplace. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to tackle industry challenges, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible workplace arrangements

Tuition reimbursement

401k matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Donation matching

Volunteer opportunities

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in electrical engineering system studies.
• Ability to explain complex technical issues to decision-makers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct power system studies including load flow and stability analysis.
• Participate in client meetings and perform detailed engineering analyses.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Power System Studies

PSS/E

PSLF

PSCAD

Transient Analysis

Python

Communication Skills

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

PSLF

PSCAD

EMTP

ASPEN

CAPE

ETAP

Job description

Title: Transmission Planning Engineer
Location: Remote US

Ready to make a difference?
We are a relentlessly client-focused group who are re-imagining, re-designing, and re-engineering the way electric utilities tackle industry problems. We are looking for passionate and innovative people who are constantly looking for ways to provide better quality engineering services for our clients.

Why you will love working here:
• Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance
• Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
• Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)

What you will be doing:
This individual will be responsible for interfacing with other engineers in the preparation of computer-based models and performing power system studies on utility transmission systems and industrial/commercial electrical power systems, including stability (steady state & dynamic), long/short range planning studies, short circuit, load flow, motor starting, power factor correction, and other related studies.

This person must be able to self-manage, with a strong conceptualization ability and strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills – including the capability to explain complex technical issues to decision-makers and project teams. Daily/weekly responsibilities can include but are not limited to:
• Participate in both internal and external client meetings.
• Transmission System modeling, steady-state load flows analysis (PSS/E, PSLF), and transient analysis (PSS/E, PSCAD, EMTP, etc.) for utility and/or developer clients.
• Generation interconnection impact studies.
• Generation interconnection application processing.
• Perform detailed engineering analyses following standard methodology, criteria, and principles.
• Actively seek out and encourage identification of new technologies and work practices to reduce operational costs and/or assist in the reduction of potential safety hazards.
• Gather and distribute technology and market data to help evolve services, products, and documentation.
• Research and understand the most recent policies, guidelines and programs around renewable energy, grid digitalization and other related topics.

What we need you to have (minimum qualifications):
• BS in Electrical Engineering from an ABET certified college or university
• 1+ years of experience in electrical engineering system studies
• 1+ year of experience with PSS/E, PSLF, PSCAD, or other equivalent software packages

What we would like you to have (professional skills):
• Ability to work successfully in a customer-focused, project-oriented environment
• EIT or PE registration (or equivalent)
• Familiarity with the various Independent System Operators (ISOs) such as PJM, MISO, CAISO, ERCOT, WECC, SERC, NYISO, NEISO, SPP
• Steady-state software experience including PSS/E, PSLF, or PowerWorld
• Transient analysis software experience including PSS/E Dynamics, PSCAD, or EMTP
• Familiarity with short circuit software including ASPEN, CAPE, or ETAP
• Use of Python to automate functionality in power system modeling software
• Extensive experience with planning, studies, and operations such as transient stability, baseline/injection studies, hosting capacity analysis, contingency analysis, dynamic/transient analysis, NERC MOD and TOP studies, or other relevant study types
• Experience with renewable energy generation facility design, such as solar, wind, or battery storage
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills including technical report writing

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer . Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to assist . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted . This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [e-mail] . We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$73,722.00 - $125,327.00 Nationwide Remote Office (US99)