Power Systems Engineer I - Transmission Planning

JOB-2239 Hybrid Duration: 12 months This position supports the regional transmission planning process, which involves assessing long term transmission system adequacy and reliability, and evaluating and recommending bulk transmission system expansion or enhancement options. It is part of the Transmission Coordination & Analysis Department, which is responsible for coordinating the successful installation of these expansions or enhancements. This includes coordination of engineering and construction activities with Transmission Owners, and coordination with RTO Operations to facilitate outage planning, model coordination, and operations studies required to energize new transmission infrastructure upgrades. The position also supports the competitive transmission solicitation process that RTO implemented in response to FERC Order 1000. Through this process, the RTO provides a platform by which transmission developers validate, review and provide competitive transmission solutions for reliability criteria violations as well as market efficiency analysis of the RTO system. Transmission Coordination & Analysis plays a key role in the proposal evaluation and selection process. This role includes designated entity authorization, overall project constructability evaluation and cost containment evaluation. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Assist in maintaining the RTO Planning database as an accurate source of information for all related planning activities. Support outreach to RTO transmission owners for timely updates regarding RTEP project status for RTO database tracking and RTO management reports. Provide analytical support, managing data entries and requests from the Planning database in support of the lead engineers and manager of the Transmission Coordination & Analysis department. Support the maintenance of the department compliance calendar for tracking requirements from NERC Standards and RTO governing documents. Assist department lead engineers in support of analytical studies and project tracking. Support process automation, and tool improvements, as well as process documentation Proactively work with other members of the applicable RTO divisions to coordinate RTEP project integration activities. Examples of key tasks include outage planning, and EMS model coordination. Support department lead engineers in their project management functions related to establishing milestone schedules and detailed schedules as required, along with monitoring achievement of milestones and critical path tasks from engineering & design through construction and project in-service date. Support the competitive transmission solicitation process that RTO implemented in response to FERC Order 1000, including project cost and construction feasibility evaluations of competitive FERC Order 1000 project proposals. Maintains an exceptional level of customer focus. Maintains, cultivates and coordinates internal and external relationships. Assist departmental engineers in support of analytical studies and project tracking. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Ability to use mathematical and electrical theory Ability to troubleshoot and provide technical support Ability to understand and adhere to compliance requirements Ability to produce high quality work products with attention to detail Preferences: Experience with Tableau, SQL, or other programming languages 1-3 years experience with powerflow analysis and applications (PSS/E, TARA, PowerWorld, ETAP, CYME) 1-3 years Experience with RTO Operations, Markets, or Planning functions Benefits The base pay range for this role is $35.21 - $47.89 per Hour. MWResource offers medical, dental and vision coverage through Capital Blue Cross, short- and long-term disability coverage, employer paid life insurance, and participation in the MWResource 401K plan for US based consultants. Applications accepted on a rolling basis until filled. MWResource does not discriminate based on race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or anything else that makes you part of any group. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug screening. Please note we are not open to outsourcing our recruitment needs.