Transmission Planning Engineer – Power Systems

Brooksource; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent utility company is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the expansion of their electrical grid. This role involves performing power flow analysis, developing planning models, and collaborating with various engineering teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Familiarity with power system analysis software and transmission operations is preferred. Join a Fortune 300 company and contribute to securing system reliability and integrating renewable energy sources.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Electrical, Power, or Transmission Systems Engineering experience.
• Experience working in a control room setting.
• Profiency with Power System Analysis softwares such as PSS/E, PSCAD, etc.

Responsibilities

• Perform power flow analysis in accordance with NERC Reliability Standards.
• Develop and maintain power flow and short circuit planning models.
• Assist in the development of computer-based tools for Electric Transmission Planning.

Skills

Power System Analysis

Transmission System Operations

Collaboration

Education

ABET Accredited Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical or Civil)

Tools

PSS/E

PSCAD

Energy Management System (GE EMS)

Job description

A prominent utility company is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the expansion of their electrical grid. This role involves performing power flow analysis, developing planning models, and collaborating with various engineering teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Familiarity with power system analysis software and transmission operations is preferred. Join a Fortune 300 company and contribute to securing system reliability and integrating renewable energy sources.