Lead Engineer – Transmission Planning

Job Description

 

AD Energy has been instructed by a top US energy client to source a Lead Engineer to work in Transmission Planning.

Responsibilities:

· Recognized by clients as an Industry expert and familiar with the applicable NERC/FERC guidelines.

· Plays a critical role in establishing technical direction and philosophy for PGE organization and must possess high technical competence and have the recognition of his peers within the company and industry.

· Familiar with load flow software such as TARA, PSSE or PSLF, and/or Powerworld.

· Familiar with generating System Impact Studies and Transmission Service Request.

· Ability to run special studies such as BlackStart and Stability Studies.

· Effectively simulate and analyze the performance of the client’s transmission and generation systems and their limitations and strengths under normal and emergency operations.

· Provides leadership by assigning and reviewing projects or job tasks and mentoring of less experienced consultant engineers.

· Delegating, planning, prioritizing, and reviewing the work of the other consultants will be critical.

· Must be able to justify strategy and analysis recommendations through documentation and data to the audience.

 

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in engineering (not engineering technology program) from an ABET-accredited program. A Master’s degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S engineering degree.

· Seven (7) to ten (10) years of engineering experience.

· Experienced running Dynamic Stability Studies.

· Professional Engineering registration required. Professional Engineering registration in the working state a plus.

· Knowledge of power system analysis and modelling techniques.

· Must have strong analytical and computer skills.

· Must have strong written and verbal skills.

Upload your CV/resume or any other relevant file. Max. file size: 50 MB.

Supporting You at Every Step

We’ve built our reputation on one basis – a people-first approach that focuses on culture and ability.

For candidates that need additional support, we’re able to prepare you for the entire application process. Whether you need help with your job search or preparing for an interview, we make sure that you’re always prepared for the next step in your application.

We have a range of resources available, all available for you to read for free.