Leap29 · 1 week ago
Senior Consultant Power Systems – Energy Sector (Transmission Planning)
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expLeap29 is a consultancy firm expanding its presence in the Energy sector, seeking a Senior Consultant in Transmission Planning to join their U.S. Power Systems team. The role focuses on advanced transmission and grid studies, delivering insights for system planning and operational decision-making, requiring strong technical expertise and modeling skills.
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Hiring Manager
Rob Byrom
Responsibilities
Conduct steady-state, dynamic, and short-circuit studies to assess system performance, renewable integration, and transmission reliability
Perform power flow, transient stability, voltage, and contingency analyses using industry-standard tools such as PSS®E, PSLF, PSCAD, EMTP/ATP, ETAP, SKM, or PROMOD
Evaluate generator and load interconnection requests, transmission reinforcements, and congestion management scenarios in alignment with applicable regional and national standards
Develop, document, and maintain engineering methodologies, assumptions, and models to ensure accuracy, transparency, and repeatability
Collaborate with internal teams and clients to define study scopes, objectives, and deliverables
Prepare high-quality technical reports and presentations summarizing findings and recommendations
Support the development of internal tools and analytical frameworks to improve efficiency and consistency of studies
Stay current with regulatory developments, system operator practices, and emerging grid technologies, including advanced inverters, energy storage integration, and grid-forming controls
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
7+ years of experience in transmission planning, system operations, or power systems consulting
Demonstrated expertise in steady-state and dynamic simulations, system impact studies, and grid reliability analysis
Strong proficiency with industry-standard power system modeling software
Familiarity with U.S. power markets and ISOs, including PJM, ERCOT, MISO, WECC, SPP, and CAISO
Working knowledge of NERC and FERC standards and U.S. transmission planning processes
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly summarize complex technical analyses
Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with distributed, multidisciplinary teams
Willingness to travel occasionally for client meetings and project workshops
Authorization to work in the United States
Preferred
Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
Professional Engineer (PE) license in one or more U.S. states (multi-state licensure preferred)
Experience supporting the launch or growth of an engineering office or technical practice
Familiarity with international collaboration and cross-office project delivery
Company
Leap29
Leap29 is a recruitment agency that provides PEO, reliable recruitment and employment management support.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase