Transmission Planning Engineer I — Grid Impact Analytics

Dairyland Power Cooperative; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 77,400 - 116,100; Full time

Job summary

Dairyland Power Cooperative in La Crosse, Wisconsin is seeking a Planning Engineer I (Transmission Projects) to support the development and coordination of transmission plans ensuring safe and reliable capacity. The role involves conducting detailed analyses, maintaining power flow models, and providing engineering support across departments.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, possesses strong technical analysis skills, and is eager to work towards professional registration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical (power option preferred) Engineering or directly related major is required.
• Valid Driver’s License is necessary.
• Willingness to work toward professional registration.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed analyses to assess transmission performance and recommend optimal system upgrade plans.
• Develop and maintain databases for power flow models.
• Conduct engineering economic analysis of operating alternatives.
• Coordinate with neighboring utilities on system planning.
• Provide engineering support for metering of transmission and distribution substations.
• Assist with problems related to electrical engineering and provide technical assistance to various departments.

Skills

General computer literacy

Experience with Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Understanding of Engineering Economics

Good oral and written communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or directly related major

Job description

Dairyland Power Cooperative in La Crosse, Wisconsin is seeking a Planning Engineer I (Transmission Projects) to support the development and coordination of transmission plans ensuring safe and reliable capacity. The role involves conducting detailed analyses, maintaining power flow models, and providing engineering support across departments.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, possesses strong technical analysis skills, and is eager to work towards professional registration.