Transmission Planning Engineer (PE)

SEnergy; Boerne (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Disability insurance

Dental Vision

Job summary

SEnergy seeks a detail-oriented, self-starting engineer with proven success in system planning for electrical transmission lines. The successful candidate will have 5 or more years of experience in Electrical Engineering in transmission for the power industry.

Hybrid work is available, based near the San Antonio or Houston offices. The role involves performing Electric System Planning studies, reviewing lines for upgrades, and conducting ERCOT-related analyses, with a focus on timely client

Qualifications

• Requires ABET‑accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering.
• PE license required.
• 5–10 years of transmission experience in the energy industry.

Responsibilities

• Complete Electric System Planning studies, Construction Work Plans and Long-Range Plans based on transmission system analysis.
• Analyze transmission lines for conductor upgrades and communications cable additions.
• Conduct transmission connected generation studies in ERCOT.
• Develop and maintain project documentation and budgets.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Time management

Organization

Analytical thinking

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. Electrical Engineering

PE License

5–10 years transmission experience

Tools

PSS/E

Aspen Oneliner

PowerWorld

Job description

Seeking detail oriented, self-starter that is creative with proven success in system planning for electrical Transmission lines.

The successful candidate will have 5 or more years of successful experience in Electrical Engineering in transmission for the power industry.

The position is eligible for hybrid work and can based near our San Antonio office or Houston office.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete Electric System Planning studies, Construction Work Plans and Long-Range Plans based on transmission system analysis
• Analyzes existing transmission lines for conductor upgrades and communications cable additions.
• Conduct transmission connected generation studies in ERCOT
• Research and studies new technologies, methods, and equipment
• Experience with PSS/E, Aspen Oneliner, and PowerWorld.
• Review system data and oversee monthly updating of system load data by administrative staff.
• Represent Schneider and Client when meeting with other stakeholders including property owners, other engineering firms or construction services.
• Effectively communicate with Client(s) in a timely manner for assigned projects, representing Schneider.
• Provides transmission project budget estimates, when appropriate
• Estimates quantities and cost of materials, equipment or labor to determine project feasibility.
• Maintain good project documentation, including calculations, telephone conversations, planning decisions, rationale and filing copies of all pertinent information.
• Develop and maintain positive professional relationships with key Client personnel with whom project work is interfaced with.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program;
• PE License;
• Experience with PSS/E, Aspen Oneliner, and PowerWorld.
• 5-10 years' experience in Transmission for the Energy Industry

SKILLS

• Strong (effective) written and verbal communication skills,
• Exceptional computer skills, with emphasis in project management, spreadsheet and word processing applications.
• Strong skills of time management, organizational and multi-tasking.
• Possess strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills and able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing;

PHYSICAL

• This position requires the ability to listen and hear, good eyesight, sitting, standing, walking, and use of hands and arms.

BENEFITS

• 100% Employer paid health insurance and 50% for first dependent
• 200% 401(k) matching up to 4.5% employee contribution
• Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Supplemental offered
• Paid Holidays
• Starting at 3 week PTO with rollover
• Annual Employer Contribution to Health Savings Account
• Annual Profit Sharing Bonus based on Performance.