Ampirical ยท 1 day ago
Sr Transmission Planning Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$97K/yr - $151K/yr
5+ years expAmpirical is a company focused on shaping the future of the power grid through innovation and precision. They are seeking a Senior Transmission Planning Engineer to lead transmission planning and interconnection studies, develop models, analyze system performance, and deliver insights to guide strategic decisions.
ConsultingReal Estate
Hiring Manager
Derek Haigler, MBA
Responsibilities
Perform transmission planning studies, including power flow, transient stability, reactive planning, and related studies using industry-standard tools (e.g., PSS/E, PSLF, PowerWorld)
Lead interconnection studies, including feasibility, system impact (e.g., load flow, short circuit, stability, voltage flicker), harmonics, EMT, and facility studies in compliance with FERC, NERC, and regional reliability standards
Develop automation scripts and tools to effectively conduct studies
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations
Support regulatory filings, planning meetings, and stakeholder engagement
Prepare proposals, including scopes of work and budgets, for transmission planning and interconnection studies
Interface with clients to understand technical requirements, present study results, and support business development
Provide quality control for deliverables
Mentor and train other engineers and provide technical leadership on complex projects
Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements
Assist in building a knowledge management system for the transmission planning practice, including automation tools, technical report templates, and technical training materials
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related fields from an ABET accredited university; a graduate degree is a plus
5+ years of experience performing transmission planning or interconnection studies
Professional Engineer (P.E., P.Eng.) license OR In lieu of Professional Engineer license, 2+ years of additional experience is required
Experience with relevant industry software such as PSS/E, PSLF, PSCAD, ASPEN, Gridscale X, ETAP, or other equivalent software
Experience with technical report writing and presenting complex technical information to clients
Ability to mentor less experienced engineers and contribute to development of the studies practice area
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
Benefits
Profit-Sharing Bonus : Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary)
Day-One Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting
PTO : Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays
Flexible Work Schedule : Every other Friday off
Career Development : Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement
Perks : Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more
Company
Ampirical
Ampirical is a utilities company that provides design engineering, project management, and construction services.
201-500 employees
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