Transmission Planning & Engineer -III/Senior

Arizona Public Service - APS

Phoenix (AZ)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A utility company in Arizona seeks a Transmission Planning & Engineer - III/Senior to ensure safety and reliability of the transmission system. This role involves leading projects, conducting technical studies with software tools, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, at least five years of experience, and strong communication skills. The position is full-time with a mid-senior level designation.

Qualifications

Minimum of five years of experience in Engineering-related positions.
Experience with NERC Standards: MOD, TPL, CIP, FAC, PRC.
Knowledge of FERC pro forma Open Access Transmission Tariff.

Responsibilities

Develop long-term transmission plans and promote investment in infrastructure.
Ensure compliance with FERC, NERC, WECC, ACC standards.
Lead multiple small to large-scale projects simultaneously.

Skills

Transmission service and/or interconnection studies

Power flow and transient stability studies (GE PSLF, TARA, PowerWorld, PSSE)

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related applied science

Tools

GE PSLF

CAPE

PowerWorld

PSSE

Job description

Overview

Transmission Planning & Engineer - III/Senior role at Arizona Public Service - APS. The Transmission Planning & Engineering - Engineer III/Senior is responsible for ensuring the continued safety and reliability of the APS 69kV-500kV transmission system. The department seeks an engineer who will apply technical knowledge and experience to promote core objectives, including conducting transmission studies such as power flow, transient stability, short circuit, and other power system analyses. The engineer will lead multiple projects from initiation through construction closeout and will maintain knowledge of new developments, technologies, and industry best practices. The engineer may coordinate, administer, and provide technical direction to less experienced engineers.

Core Responsibilities:

Developing long-term transmission plans and promoting new investment in transmission infrastructure
Ensure full compliance with applicable standards and orders (FERC, NERC, WECC, ACC)
Building and maintaining power flow, dynamic, and short circuit transmission models
Provide for reliable interconnection of new resources
Promote economic development by providing new and innovative means for large-use customers to connect to the transmission system
Perform technical studies, using system simulation software such as GE PSLF and CAPE, to strategically plan the expansion of the transmission system and maintain acceptable levels of system reliability
Lead multiple small to large-scale projects simultaneously. Identify potential schedule or quality problems and initiate corrective action. Take initiative to eliminate barriers and use resources to ensure desired results. May interface with outside agencies and regulatory authorities
Represent APS on various technical industry work groups or regional committees

Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications:

Prefer candidate has experience with transmission service and/or interconnection studies
Knowledgeable in power flow and transient stability studies (GE PSLF, TARA, PowerWorld, PSSE)
Experienced with NERC Standards including: MOD, TPL, CIP, FAC, PRC
Familiarity with the FERC pro forma Open Access Transmission Tariff
Familiarity with the southwestern and WECC transmission system
Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, outside agencies, and regulatory authorities

A four-year Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering discipline or related applied science discipline (see approved list) from an ABET-accredited institution plus five (5) years working experience in Engineering-related positions. Approved Engineer degrees Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Structural. (A four-year Bachelor of Engineering Technology degree is not considered an automatic equivalent for a B.S. degree in Engineering. A review of the degree program curriculum must be completed by Engineering department management.)

A four-year Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering discipline or related applied science discipline (see approved list) from an ABET-accredited institution plus five (8) years working experience in Engineering-related positions. Approved Engineer degrees in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, and Structural. (A four-year Bachelor of Engineering Technology degree is not considered an automatic equivalent for a B.S. degree in Engineering. A review of the degree program curriculum must be completed by Engineering department management.)

Seniority level