Transmission Planning Engineer
Transmission Planning Engineer
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Are you ready to be part of a company thats not just talking about the future but actively shaping it Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) a Fortune 500 company thats leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work you can be confident that youre joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.
AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023 we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreements goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers are setting the pace for rapid global decarbonization.
If youre ready to be part of a company thats not just adapting to change but driving it AES is the place for you. Were not just building a cleaner more sustainable future - were powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.
Are you ready to be a part of an exceptional team that is accelerating the future of energy AES Indiana is seeking a highly motivated individual to join us as a Transmission Modeling & Analysis Engineer. In this role you will play a crucial part in developing and maintaining a world-class transmission system. You will lead Transmission system analysis perform power flow analysis and identify potential system needs for short- mid- and long-term planning.
This position will support AES Indianas goals of becoming a leader in Transmission Planning by providing expert technical support to all prospective projects.
You will be responsible for the following:
- Perform power flow analysis to fulfill the requirements of TPL-001.
- Conduct additional power flow analysis to support internal effects such as First Contingency Incremental Transfer Capability (FCITC).
- Estimate network upgrade costs for proposed projects based on applicable tariff.
- Verify and challenge study results performing multiple scenario sensitivity analysis.
- Obtain update and maintain regional power flow base cases to support the MISO and PJM regional plans.
- Participate in the regions Transmission Planning Processes.
- Stay up to date on all relevant new and upcoming technologies (GETs) and acquire knowledge to model them according to the regions study criteria.
- Understand and gain proficiency in Transmission Providers tariff business practices interconnection standards interconnection study practices cost allocation methodologies transmission planning standards and transmission system performance evaluation criteria. Possess an understanding of regional transmission plans and operational practices.
Minimum qualifications for this role include:
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field or equivalent experience.
- Engineering rank will be commiserate with experience in renewable or traditional energy development modeling or transmission planning
- Effective communication and the ability to facilitate technical discussions with both internal and external partners.
Desired skills and expertise:
- Experience with steady-state power flow analysis tools including PSSE and TARA.
- Experience automating the above tools and an automation attitude are essential to this role as AES develops exciting innovative tools to improve the generator interconnection process.
- Familiarity with transmission systems and expansion plans as well as generator interconnection study methodologies in MISO SPP and ERCOT.
At AES Indiana we are an equal opportunity employer and believe in providing reasonable accommodations/adjustments to individuals with disabilities. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees can thrive. Join us in our mission to transform the energy industry and make a positive impact on our community.
Apply now and be part of a world-class team that is driving the future of energy!
AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people customers suppliers contractors and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex sexual orientation gender gender identity and/or expression race national origin ethnicity age religion marital status physical or mental disability pregnancy childbirth or related medical condition military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employees I-9 to confirm work authorization.Employment Type
Full-Time
