The Transmission & Interconnection Engineer will support the development of greenfield transmission projects by conducting power flow and planning analyses to assess system needs, constraints, and potential solutions. This role contributes to transmission planning and interconnection strategy, delivering technical insights for project feasibility and early-stage decision-making. The position is based in Houston, TX and reports to the Director of Transmission Strategy.
Responsibilities
- Conduct transmission planning studies such as power flow, contingency (N‑1), short circuit, and voltage/reactive analyses to ensure system reliability and accommodate growth.
- Develop and assess transmission upgrade options to resolve thermal, voltage, and stability limitations identified in planning studies.
- Support generator and load interconnection evaluations, including impact assessments and recommendations for mitigation measures.
- Assist in long-term transmission planning by integrating load projections, generation assumptions, and policy-driven scenarios.
- Produce technical reports, study documentation, and planning recommendations for internal teams, utilities, ISOs/RTOs, and regulatory bodies.
- Collaborate with operations, project development, engineering teams, and external utilities to align planning assumptions with actual grid conditions.
- Ensure compliance with NERC, regional reliability, and transmission planning standards through accurate modeling and thorough documentation.
- Maintain and update transmission system models to reflect current and projected conditions across various planning cases.
- Engage in stakeholder meetings, planning working groups, and technical discussions with regional entities such as utilities, consultants, and ISOs/RTOs.
- Analyze and apply planning criteria, interconnection requirements, and tariff provisions relevant to transmission development.
- Deliver technical input during early project phases to inform routing, equipment sizing, and cost estimation.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution, with a focus on Power Systems.
- 3 to 5 years of professional experience in transmission planning, interconnection processes, or a related field, or relevant advanced degree.
- Proven understanding of power grid planning and electric market fundamentals, with hands-on experience using at least one major grid analysis tool such as PSS/E, PSLF, Powergem TARA, or PowerWorld Simulator.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with utility and ISO representatives, external engineering firms, and cross-functional internal teams.
Nice to Have
- Familiarity with HVDC systems, substation layouts, transmission line design principles, thermal ratings, and cost estimation methods at the planning level.
- Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or an MBA is preferred.
- Business-oriented mindset with adaptability to thrive in a fast-moving environment with evolving priorities.
- Self-motivated problem solver comfortable working through ambiguity and limited data availability.
Tech Stack
PSS/E, PSLF, Powergem TARA, PowerWorld Simulator
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Competitive base salary and bonus incentive plan
- Long term incentive plan
- Health benefits
- 401(k)
Compensation
Competitive base salary with bonus incentive plan. Equity: Long term incentive plan. Comprehensive benefits package including health benefits and 401(k)
Work Arrangement
onsite — Houston, TX — No mention of remote or hybrid flexibility; role is based onsite
Team
Core group of dedicated and thoughtful colleagues. Reports to the Director of Transmission Strategy.
- Mission driven with focus on solving transmission barriers for a cleaner grid
- Fast paced, dynamic and innovative culture
- Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Positive social impact
- Empowered to play a leading role in large-scale transformative projects
- Collaborative environment working with experienced industry leaders
Additional Information
- Equal opportunity employer: all qualified applicants considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military/veteran status, or any basis prohibited by applicable law.
- Company is backed by leading energy investor with long term commitment to transmission development.
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