Transmission Planning EngineerConsultant

AECOM is seeking a Transmission Planning Engineer / Consultant to support electric utilities renewable developers transmission owners ISOs/RTOs government agencies and large energy users across North America. This role focuses on transmission planning power system analysis interconnection studies grid integration reliability assessments and transmission expansion strategies.

The successful candidate will help clients address emerging challenges related to large load integration renewable energy integration energy storage data center growth and grid modernization.

Working as part of multidisciplinary teams they will develop data-driven solutions that enhance grid reliability resilience and long-term infrastructure planning while communicating technical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

The job responsibilities of the position will include but are not limited to:

• Perform transmission planning studies including power flow contingency transfer capability congestion and interconnection analyses.
• Develop and maintain power system planning models for transmission networks generation storage and large load customers.
• Identify system constraints reliability risks and mitigation strategies to support reliable grid operation.
• Evaluate transmission expansion and investment options to address load growth electrification renewable integration and grid modernization needs.
• Assess transmission impacts from evolving generation portfolios large-load growth data centers and changing market conditions.
• Analyze alternatives such as transmission upgrades reactive support grid-enhancing technologies and non-transmission solutions.
• Apply NERC ISO/RTO utility and regulatory planning standards and criteria.
• Support projects involving large load integration grid modernization and emerging energy technologies.
• Evaluate transmission and infrastructure needs associated with data centers renewable generation and other large-load developments.
• Support long-range transmission planning integrated resource planning and infrastructure investment strategy initiatives.
• Prepare technical studies reports presentations business cases and client recommendations.
• Develop automated workflows to improve study quality and efficiency.
• Present technical findings to clients and stakeholders and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Support business development activities including proposals client engagement and strategic growth initiatives.

Qualifications :

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems Engineering 6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• 6 years of relevant transmission planning power system analysis utility engineering or consulting experience
• Demonstrated hands-on experience performing transmission power flow and contingency studies
• Experience developing modifying or working with transmission planning models
• Experience with PSSE PowerWorld TARA or comparable transmission planning software
• Understanding of transmission planning reliability and interconnection principles
• Strong analytical technical-writing and communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure
• Advanced proficiency with PSSE
• Experience performing dynamic stability studies
• Experience with generator or large-load interconnection studies
• Familiarity with NERC TPL requirements and ISO/RTO planning processes
• Experience with one or more U.S. regional transmission systems including CAISO/WECC ERCOT MISO PJM SPP NYISO or ISO-NE
• Experience with Python or other scripting and automation tools
• Familiarity with inverter-based resource modeling PSCAD/EMT analysis production-cost modeling or other advanced planning specialties

Additional Information :

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation is not available for this position.

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About AECOM 

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You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time