Assoc. Director, Transmission Planning Engineering

TXNM Energy • Alvin, TX

59d

About The Position

Manages a technically oriented department of highly specialized engineers. Analyzes and makes recommendations regarding the state-wide operation of the short-term and long-term electric transmission system. Defines the requirements of the transmission system to ensure compliance with appropriate reliability, operating, and planning criteria. Oversees preparation of the ten-year planning documentation, capital budget, and business justifications for upgrades and/or additions to the transmission system. Represents the company with state and regional entities, other utilities, government agencies, and private industry.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline with seven to nine years of related engineering experience in an electric utility and at least two years of experience in system planning, including two years of management experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience to the discipline.
• In depth knowledge of engineering principles and economic analyses
• Demonstrated understanding of theoretical engineering concepts related to utility operations and practices
• Working knowledge of the regulatory framework and general business practices
• Knowledge, understanding, and commitment to express and implement the company's vision and goals
• Knowledge and understanding of company budgets and relationships with other departments
• Technical skills to execute the specific functions of the department
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment
• Highly motivated team player with strong leadership skills
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, financial reports, and legal documents
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Ability to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory
• Ability to work with concepts such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations, and proofs theorems
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software
• Ability to develop creative solutions to complex problems, involving a multitude of complex guidelines and variables (e.g., planning, economic, technical, political, and regulatory).
• Registration as a Professional Engineer is required.

Nice To Haves

• ERCOT Experience
• Experience with NERC TPL, FAC, MOD, and PRC Regulatory Requirements
• Experience with Dynamic, Steady-State, Short-Circuit, and Sub synchronous Resonance Studies
• Experience with Siemens PSSe
• Master's degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes the requirements of the short-term and long-term transmission system and capital budget
• Performs analysis and makes recommendations regarding the level and types of inter-utility transactions
• Evaluates transmission system improvements related to both load growth and generator interconnections
• Prepares all internal and external justification involving the company's electric transmission expansion plans and associated operating data
• Analyzes and defines system transfer capabilities on the company's system and the systems of surrounding utilities, specifying design and performance criteria for the future generating system
• Manages the development, monitoring, and documentation of compliance related activities related to transmission system facilities planning
• Plans, organizes, budgets, and directs the activities necessary to accomplish department goals and objectives; develops and maintains department charter
• Participates, supports, and reviews all retail regulatory filings and associated data preparation for consistency, accuracy, and reasonableness of results
• Provides research, data, and expert testimony on company's transmission planning and improvement activities for regulatory filings and/or responses, as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Personal and Laundry Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees