Principal / Senior Transmission Planning Engineer

United States. Posted 9 months ago

The role

You will perform detailed transmission system modeling work and powerflow studies. This analysis will inform project development and acquisition strategies within a multi-functional team.

What you will do

Provide transmission analytical support and insights to a growing portfolio of BESS, Renewable, and Hybrid projects
Perform powerflow analysis to understand potential risks and costs of interconnecting new generation to the system
Assess the technical and commercial feasibility of green-fielding or acquiring projects
Develop planning level cost estimates for interconnection facilities
Prepare summaries, reports, and other materials of technical results to technical and non-technical team members
Research, development, and creation of powerflow models, data validation, proposed project modeling
Develop and streamline processes and automation to support an efficient workflow
Other duties as required or assigned

Required qualifications

5 years minimum experience and proficiency with at least one Powerflow Software: TARA, PSSE, PSLF
Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering
Experience in one or more electric markets (CAISO, PJM, ERCOT, NYISO)
Working knowledge of NERC planning standards
Strong communication skills
Highly organized with demonstrated ability to work under tight time requirements and deadlines
Ability to work in the United States

Nice to have

advanced degrees
prior generation development and/or consulting experience
Experience with Python, Java, or similar programming languages
Experience with data visualization tools (ArcGIS, PowerBI)

Benefits

health care/dental/vision
401k matching
unlimited vacation
paid parental leave
other health/wellness benefits

About the company

Aypa Power is a developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable projects. The company has over 22 GW of projects in development and 33 projects in operation or construction across North America.