Transmission Planning Operations Engineer - Major Capital T&D Operations Austin, TX area - Hybrid Work Schedule & Relocation Assistance Available A Transmission & Distribution Company with wide scale electrical utility infrastructure operations across Texas is going through a transformational growth phase that includes the addition of a Transmission Planning Operations Engineer. This role will drive design, construction, and analysis of the organizations' transmission and electrical power systems with a key focus on power flow modeling and system performance. It will lead high voltage transmission interconnection projects involving generating plants, substations, and/or transmissions installation. The company has been around for over 70 years and offers a working environment that provides stability and career growth opportunities. The scope of their operations includes transmission (t-line), regional control centers, and distribution systems with interconnects to various renewable energy technology platforms. The position comes with a solid compensation package that includes a competitive base salary, bi-annual bonus, annual merit raises, health benefits, and a 401k match program in the double digits. RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform power-flow, short-circuit, and stability studies of the transmission systems. Perform studies required to ensure compliance with NERC, ERCOT, and PUCT Reliability Standards and Transmission Planning Criteria. Utilize accepted analytical tools such as PSS/E to perform power-flow analysis of transmission systems. Complete calculations in development and maintenance of Transmission Equipment. Work with design and engineering groups/consultants on required small/large Transmission Planning projects. Lead project development initiatives including the facilitation of transmission analytics for active projects. Develop, review, and maintain the company's Transmission Planning Assessment for review with the Exec Leadership Team. General Experience Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Engineering preferably Electrical Engineering or Power Systems Engineering. Power flow modeling experience with PSS/E, PSLF, PSCAD, or ASPEN. Well versed in real-time transmission operations and/or transmission market operations engineering. Hands-on experience with PUCT CCN and ERCOT Regional Planning Group processes. Understanding of electricity market policy and rules with respect to interconnection and transmission planning. Experience working with ISOs (independent system operator) and/or RTOs (regional transmission organization). Power systems background including a thorough understanding of transmission planning and NERC reliability standards. An understanding of the planning processes within utilities and RTOs/ISOs. Previous experience working as a Transmission Planning Operations Engineer, Operations Engineer, Transmission Market Engineer, Transmission Engineer, Electrical Engineer, or Power Systems Engineer. J-18808-Ljbffr
