Planner II

K&A Engineering•Plainfield, IN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

K&A Power Group is a privately held engineering firm delivering world-class technical expertise and engineering excellence to power utility and industrial clients across the United States, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. We provide comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program and project management, construction management, and EPC services, specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, and distributed energy resources. We pride ourselves on attracting and developing top talent, building a culture of excellence, and forging meaningful, long-term relationships with our clients and communities, wherever they are in the world. Start your K&A Career: We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Planner II to join our team at K&A Power Group in Plainfield, IN. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You’ll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Requirements

Associate's degree and relevant industry experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in utility operations, maintenance planning, construction planning, project coordination, or a related field.
Knowledge of project scheduling, work management, and resource planning principles.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
2+ years of planning experience within the electric utility industry.
Experience supporting substation maintenance and/or substation construction projects.
Construction management experience.
Familiarity with utility work management systems.
Knowledge of electrical substation equipment, operations, and maintenance practices.
Experience coordinating field crews, contractors, and project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Develop detailed work plans and project schedules for substation maintenance and construction activities.
Coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and contractor resources to support planned work.
Ensure all work packages are complete, accurate, and ready for execution.
Collaborate with operations, engineering, construction, and field personnel to identify work scope and planning requirements.
Review drawings, specifications, procedures, and work instructions to support project execution.
Track project and maintenance activities, providing updates on schedule, resource needs, and potential risks.
Support outage planning and coordination activities as required.
Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, work efficiency, and resource utilization.
Maintain compliance with company policies, safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
Attend weekly team meetings at the Plainfield headquarters location.