Transmission Planning/Studies Engineer

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

PPTO and holidays

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking a transmission planning and studies engineer to support North American utility clients. The role emphasizes steady-state and transient power-system studies using PSS/E, TARA and PSCAD, with exposure to ISO-NE, NYISO, PJM or IESO.

The position offers flexible North American location with a preference for the Northeast; travel within North America is required. Advanced degree in Electrical/Power Systems and 4+ years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Electrical/Power Systems Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Minimum 4 years of direct experience with power system studies using PSS/E, TARA and/or PSCAD.
• Strong background with ISO-NE, NYISO, PJM or IESO.
• Up to date knowledge of NERC, FERC, and NPCC reliability standards.
• Willingness to travel within North America.

Responsibilities

• Perform steady-state and transient power system studies.
• Participate in meetings with utilities for project delivery or business development.
• Lead or support projects through the full lifecycle from bid/proposal to execution and close-out.
• Collaborate with North American and global teams.
• Engage in ISO/RTO stakeholder forums and standards committees.

Skills

Power systems knowledge

PSS/E

PSCAD

TARA

ISO-NE

NYISO

PJM

IESO

NERC/FERC/NPCC standards

Travel flexibility

Education

Advanced degree in Electrical/Power Systems Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

TARA

PSCAD

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

The energy industry, particularly transmission grids, is undergoing major changes to accommodate for regional and global decarbonization and energy transition targets. In addition, and with the increasing number of large loads such as Data Centers, the role of transmission planners is more important than ever in shaping the grid of the future.

As a transmission planning and studies engineer, you will closely work with regional and global power systems teams to support and/or lead ongoing projects as well as business development and proposal support with a number of utility clients focused in the Northeast US.

The successful candidate shall demonstrate related experience and technical knowledge in transmission planning and bulk system studies, planning processes and good handle over FERC, NERC and NPCC standards and processes as well as direct experience with at least one of the following ISOs: ISO-NE, NYISO, PJM, and/or IESO. Strong background and experience in performing system impact studies and transmission planning using PSS/E, TARA, and PSCAD is a must.

This position is flexible anywhere in North America. However, preference would be given to candidates located in Northeast including New York, Boston, Toronto or Philadelphia.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform a variety of steady-state and transient power system studies.
• Participate in meetings with utilities as part of project delivery or business development.
• Lead or support project(s) throughout the whole lifecycle (i.e. from the technical bid/proposal to execution, reports, client meetings/presentations, to close‑out).
• Work closely with the team members across North America and globally.
• Participate in ISO/RTO stakeholder forums and other applicable technical committees and stay up to date with latest standards and requirements.

Here's what you'll need

• Advanced degree in Electrical/Power Systems Engineering, from a recognized institution.
• Minimum 4 years of direct experience with power system studies using PSS/E, TARA and/or PSCAD.
• Strong background with at least one of the following system operators: ISO-NE, NYISO, PJM, IESO.
• Up to date knowledge and experience with NERC, FERC, and NPCC reliability standards.
• Team player with great interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel within North America.

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• Direct experience with National Grid and/or Eversource.
• Experience with large loads such as data centers.
• Professional Engineer (PE or PEng) License.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well‑being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $150,000.00 to $200,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on July 17, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.