Evergy · 1 day ago
Transmission Planning Engineer
801 Charlotte - Emerg Response801 Charlotte
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$68K/yr - $194K/yrEvergy is committed to empowering a better future by valuing People First. The Transmission Planning Engineer will be responsible for all aspects of transmission planning functions, including running studies for compliance, modeling data in PSS/E software, and coordinating planned transmission projects with stakeholders.
Electrical DistributionEnergyRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
With minimal supervision, this position is responsible for all aspects of transmission planning functions
Regular duties include running studies to support compliance with applicable NERC Reliability Standards, modeling powerflow, dynamic, and short-circuit data in PSS/E software, performing load and generation addition studies, calculating line impedances and ratings, supporting capital construction projects and forecast, and responding to requests from Southwest Power Pool (SPP) as well as other internal and external customers and regulatory filings
The Transmission Planning Engineer will coordinate planned transmission projects with all stakeholders
The candidate will be involved in all aspects of SPP’s Integrated Transmission Planning process
Other responsibilities include maintaining facility rating records and documentation as well as evaluating transmission service and interconnection requests
The candidate will also be required to follow all existing safety rules and procedures
Qualification
Required
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program
Experience in engineering or equivalent planning and operations experience
Proficient knowledge of transmission planning and power systems
Proficient in the use of spreadsheets and word processing
Capable of learning to use transmission planning software applications
Able to evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria, using good judgment in making adaptations and modifications
Ability to work on a team responsible for projects from the planning through completion phases
Demonstrated good organizational skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively with others
Excellent teamwork and people skills
Must have initiative and be a self-starter
Must have a valid driver's license
Must have satisfactory work record including good attendance
Preferred
Experience in engineering or equivalent planning and operations experience is preferred
Power system simulation software (PSS/E is preferred) experience
Working knowledge of the technical environment and all governing regulations, including NERC and SPP Criteria
EITs or PEs are preferred, but not required
Company
Evergy
Evergy is an energy company that provides the best possible energy service to its customers and communities.
Founded in 2018
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.18B2023-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $1.18B
1983-12-23IPO
Leadership Team
David A. Campbell
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer
W. Bryan Buckler
Chief Financial Officer
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