Engineer Assc - Engineer Staff (Transmission Planning Engineer)
The Transmission Planning Engineer is responsible for conducting advanced engineering studies such as load flow, congestion, and short circuit analyses to support transmission system reliability and generation acquisition. This role involves using specialized tools, collaborating across disciplines, communicating findings to stakeholders, and contributing to policy and financial decision-making within a regional transmission planning context. The position requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead and guide teams while working on large-scale projects.
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What You’ll Do
Responsible for performing advanced transmission planning engineering work and studies to help ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation and expansion of the transmission system.
- Perform load-flow, congestion and short‑circuit studies and other transmission planning analyses.
- Use industry tools such as PSS/E, PROMOD, TARA and Aspen (familiarity preferred) for technical studies.
- Participate in competitive transmission windows and congestion analysis related to generation acquisition.
- Conduct area‑wide and regional studies to identify reliability deficiencies and recommend system improvements.
- Prepare clear technical reports, study documentation, and stakeholder presentations that support policy and financial decisions.
- Collaborate cross‑functionally with other engineering disciplines, operations, regulatory, and commercial teams.
- Provide training, mentorship, and guidance to junior engineers and escalate complex issues as needed.
- Maintain meticulous study notes and documentation to support analyses and project justification.
Qualifications
Note: This role is posted across multiple grade levels (Engineer Assc through Engineer Staff). Minimums below describe the Engineer Assc (entry) level; higher grades require additional experience, education, and/or licensure.
Required (Engineer Assc - entry-level)
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited program.
- Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and proficiency with common engineering math and analysis techniques.
- Comfortable preparing technical presentations and communicating study results to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
- Ability to learn industry software tools and utility planning practices quickly.
Preferred / For higher grades
- Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) passed or working toward PE licensure; PE registration preferred for senior roles.
- Experience or coursework in power systems analysis, economics, or utility planning.
- Hands‑on experience with PSS/E, PROMOD, TARA, Aspen, or similar tools.
- 2+ years related experience for mid-level Engineer; 4+ years (or advanced degree) for senior roles; 8–10+ years for principal/staff levels depending on grade.
- Demonstrated problem‑solving initiative, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to lead study efforts.
Skills & Core Competencies
- Load flow, congestion and short‑circuit analysis
- Transmission planning studies and area‑wide reliability assessments
- Technical report writing and presentation skills
- Cross‑discipline collaboration and stakeholder engagement
- Strong organization, recordkeeping and documentation practices
- Familiarity with utility regulatory and economic drivers for project evaluation
Compensation & Benefits
This job is posted at multiple grade levels. Listed pay ranges reflect the grades in the original posting and the overall compensation band.
- Engineer Assc (Grade 6): $84,000
- Engineer (Grade 7): $86,000 – $105,000
- Engineer Sr (Grade 8): $98,993 – $124,940
- Engineer Prin (Grade 9): $116,255 – $145,000
- Engineer Staff (Grade 10): $145,000 – $160,000
Compensation data (posting range): $74,551.00 – $177,503.00 (annual). In addition to competitive pay, our client offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well‑being and career development.
Location & Work Type
- On‑site in New Albany, OH or Tulsa, OK (not a remote role).
- Employment Type: Full‑time.
About the Industry
This opportunity sits within the Engineering / Transmission Planning discipline. The role focuses on planning studies that ensure transmission system reliability, support generation interconnection, and inform investments and operational policy.
Why Apply via Careertakes
Careertakes is acting as a third‑party recruiting partner for this confidential client. Applicants who move forward through the process may also be considered for other matched opportunities on the Careertakes platform.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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