Transmission Planning Engineer

Aypa Power LLC; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) matching

Unlimited vacation

Parental leave

Job summary

Aypa Power is seeking a Transmission Planning Engineer to perform detailed transmission system modeling and powerflow studies to guide project development and acquisition strategies.

You will create reports for both technical and non-technical colleagues, with an emphasis on clear recommendations and robust data validation. The role requires at least 5 years of experience with powerflow tools and market knowledge.

Qualifications

• Experience with at least one powerflow tool (TARA, PSSE, PSLF).
• Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering; advanced degrees a plus.
• Experience in one or more electric markets (CAISO, PJM, ERCOT, NYISO).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools such as ArcGIS/PowerBI.

Responsibilities

• Provide transmission analytical support for a growing portfolio of projects.
• Perform powerflow analysis to assess interconnection risks and costs.
• Assess feasibility of green-fielding or acquiring projects.
• Develop planning level cost estimates for interconnection facilities.
• Prepare technical results for diverse audiences.

Skills

Powerflow analysis

Electrical engineering

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

TARA

PSSE

PSLF

Python

ArcGIS

PowerBI

Job description

Aypa Power, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable projects that power our communities and cities. Our mission is to responsibly decarbonize the grid and make North American energy markets more affordable, sustainable, and efficient. Aypa is well-capitalized and uniquely positioned to lean forward on projects with well-suited deal structures to meet our customers’ needs. We have been at the forefront of energy storage development since our first energy storage project came online in 2018. As a leader in our industry, we have over 22 GW of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable energy projects in development and 33 projects in operation or construction across North America.

As a Transmission Planning Engineer you will perform detailed transmission system modeling work and powerflow studies. The analysis will be used within a multi-functional team to inform and guide project development and acquisition strategies. You will create reports and presentations to document and explain the conclusions of your analysis and provide recommendations to a mix of technical and non-technical colleagues. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience working with 1 or more powerflow analysis tools including hands-on modeling experience in at least one energy market.

Responsibilities

• Provide transmission analytical support and insightstoa growing portfolio of BESS, Renewable, and Hybridprojects;
• Perform powerflow analysis to understand the potential risks and costs of interconnecting new generation to the system;
• Assess the technical and commercial feasibility of green-fielding or acquiring projects;
• Develop planning level cost estimates for interconnection facilities;
• Prepare summaries, reports, and other materials of technical results to technical and non-technical team members;
• Research, development, and creation of powerflow models, data validation, proposed project modeling;
• Develop and streamline processes and automation to support an efficient workflow;
• Other duties as required or assigned.

Key Qualifications

• 3 years minimum experience and proficiency with at least one Powerflow Software: TARA, PSSE, PSLF;
• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineeringwithadditionalconsideration given to applicants with advanceddegrees;
• Additional consideration given to applicants with prior generation development and/or consulting experience;
• Experience in one or more electric markets (CAISO, PJM, ERCOT, NYISO);
• Working knowledge of NERC planning standards;
• Experience with Python, Java, or similar programming languages desired;
• Experience with data visualization tools (ArcGIS, PowerBI) desired;
• Possess strong communication skills;
• Highly organized with demonstrated ability to work under tight time requirements and deadlines.

Compensation and Location

Salary** :**A base salarycommensuratewithexperience;
Bonus** :**An annual bonus will be awarded based onindividual performance andthe overall success of thebusiness;
Benefits** :**Aypaoffers an attractive benefits package with excellent health care/dental/vision, 401k matching, unlimited vacation, paid parental leave, and other health/wellnessbenefits;
Location Remote (USA). The ability to work in the United States is arequirement;

At Aypa, we nurture and support a highly diverse team and actively seek to advance fair and inclusive practices in all aspects of what we do. We hire passionate, dedicated, and forward-thinking individuals from different backgrounds and value unique perspectives and experiences. With a focus on belonging, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all.