Transmission Planning Engineer — Power Systems

Avangrid; Augusta, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Bonuses

401(k) match

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Avangrid is seeking an Engineer - Transmission Planning in Augusta, ME, an in‑office role to support planning and reliability of the regional transmission system. You will model, analyze, and coordinate with NPCC, ISO‑NE, and regulators to help deliver compliant transmission designs.

You will conduct power flow, short‑circuit, and stability analyses using PSSE/TARA/ASPEN/PSCAD, develop technical standards, and support team mentoring.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 2-4 years of related experience, or 1 year with MS.
• Experience with power system studies and planning tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform reliability studies including power flow, short circuit, stability, and EMT assessments.
• Analyze and document transmission system performance and make recommendations.
• Coordinate with teams and participate in site inspections and industry meetings.

Skills

Power system studies analysis

PSSE/TARA/ASPEN/PSCAD/Python

Power system planning & design

Regulatory knowledge (NERC/NPCC/ISO/MP

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSSE

TARA

ASPEN

PSCAD

EnFuzion

Python

Job description

Avangrid is seeking an Engineer - Transmission Planning in Augusta, ME, an in‑office role to support planning and reliability of the regional transmission system. You will model, analyze, and coordinate with NPCC, ISO‑NE, and regulators to help deliver compliant transmission designs.

You will conduct power flow, short‑circuit, and stability analyses using PSSE/TARA/ASPEN/PSCAD, develop technical standards, and support team mentoring.