Job Description

Job Opportunity: Principal Planning Engineer

Are you an experienced power system professional ready to shape the future of energy Our client a prominent Distribution Network Service Provider (DNSP) is seeking a Principal Planning Engineer to drive innovation sustainability and reliability in power system planning. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead strategic energy initiatives and play a pivotal role in the energy transition working directly on generation transmission and distribution planning projects.

Role Responsibilities

As the Principal Planning Engineer you will:

• Lead and execute advanced power system planning studies including generation transmission and distribution systems
• Conduct technical and economic analyses to optimize power system performance bolster reliability and meet evolving customer demands
• Develop and validate long-term resource and capacity plans aligned with regulatory environmental and market requirements
• Collaborate across teams to assess emerging technologies renewable energy integration and strategies for grid modernization
• Develop strategies for grid expansion interconnections and project feasibility with technical leadership
• Provide comprehensive technical reports presentations and informed recommendations to stakeholders including executives regulators and industry partners
• Mentor and guide junior engineers fostering technical expertise and supporting team development
• Stay abreast of industry trends regulatory changes and innovations to align planning methods with emerging power systems standards

What Were Looking For

Our ideal candidate will be a senior-level engineer with outstanding leadership skills exceptional technical expertise and a passion for driving impactful energy solutions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Power Systems or a related discipline
• 8 years of professional experience in power system planning (generation transmission and/or distribution)
• Proficiency in power system analysis tools such as PSSE PowerFactory or similar software
• Proven experience in load flow dynamic stability and contingency analysis
• Strong command of power market operations renewable energy integration and grid codes
• Strong analytical decision-making and problem-solving skills with a focus on innovative and sustainable solutions
• Exceptional communication technical writing and presentation skills for engaging stakeholders across all levels

Preferred Skills & Credentials:

• Masters degree or higher in Electrical Engineering Power Systems or related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) accreditation or equivalent certification
• Expertise in regulatory frameworks and experience collaborating with utility regulators
• Familiarity with advanced optimization techniques energy storage technologies and emerging grid innovations

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