Transmission Services Engineer

ASSOCIATED ELECTRIC COOP; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Associated Electric Coop (AECI) is seeking a Transmission Services Engineer to evaluate and support transmission system studies, models, and tariff processes ensuring grid reliability and readiness for future demand. You’ll combine power system analysis with interconnection support, tariff administration, and coordination with stakeholders to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions.

You will perform and coordinate technical studies, maintain accurate models, interpret tariff requirements,

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering with power systems emphasis preferred
• Power industry experience depending on level placement
• Understanding of power system analysis, transmission planning, reliability standards
• Strong analytical and technical writing, communication skills

Responsibilities

• Perform load flow, short circuit, stability, and other transmission studies for interconnections and service requests
• Build, maintain, and validate transmission models and study databases
• Analyze results and recommend network upgrades and operating requirements
• Support interconnection processes and development of interconnection agreements
• Interpret Open Access Transmission Tariff and related regulatory requirements
• Prepare technical reports and compliance materials for regulatory needs
• Contribute to development and improvement of transmission planning processes and tools

Skills

Power systems analysis

Analytical thinking

Technical writing

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited BS Electrical Engineering

Tools

Power system modeling tools

Study tools for transmission planning

Job description

As a Transmission Services Engineer, you will help evaluate and support the transmission system studies, models, and tariff processes that keep the grid reliable and ready for future demands. This role combines power system analysis, generator interconnection support, load interconnection support, transmission service studies, and Open Access Transmission Tariff administration. You will perform and coordinate technical studies, maintain accurate transmission models, interpret results and tariff requirements, and work with internal teams and external stakeholders to develop practical, cost-effective solutions that support reliable transmission service.

What You’ll Do

• Perform load flow, short circuit, stability, and other transmission studies to evaluate generator interconnections, transmission service requests, and develop and test system improvements.
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What You’ll Need

• – Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program; power systems emphasis preferred.
• – Power industry or related engineering experience depending on level placement.
• – Understanding of power system analysis, transmission planning processes, and reliability standards.
• – Strong analytical, technical writing, and communication skills.
• – Ability to interpret study results, exercise sound engineering judgment, and develop practical technical solutions while managing multiple priorities.

Preferred

• – Experience with power system modeling and study tools used for transmission planning, interconnection, and transmission service analysis.
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