Principal Consultant, Transmission Planning

RMS Energy

5d • Remote

About The Position

RMS Energy is seeking a Principal Consultant to lead and expand its T&D Engineering and Consulting Division. This remote role is suited to an experienced engineer who can independently perform complex power system studies, advance team capabilities, and help drive business growth in related and adjacent areas. The role includes mentoring peers, shaping technical direction, and ensuring high-quality deliverables across a diverse portfolio of power system modeling and analysis projects.

The position involves leading studies in power flow, transient stability, short-circuit, EMT, harmonics, and techno-economics for transmission, distribution, load, and generation. It also includes guiding scripting and troubleshooting, applying power-system standards and market rules, managing project and commercial information, monitoring budgets and time reporting, coordinating project setup and closeout, and keeping leadership informed about project and team needs. Travel of at least 25%, including overnight trips as needed, is required.

RMS Energy describes itself as a mission-driven team that values safety, teamwork, innovation, and continuous growth. The company offers merit-based raises, employee benefits, career-growth opportunities, education support, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Requirements

• 8–14 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to mentor others, manage timelines, and support cross-functional teams.
• Hands-on experience with power-system simulation tools and scripting.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to solve complex, abstract problems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for technical reporting and presentations.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering preferred; additional experience may be considered in place of an advanced degree.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. or Canada.
• Must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment and random drug tests.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.
• Willingness and ability to travel at least 25%, including overnight trips as needed.
• Proficiency in reading, typing, hearing, and speaking English.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s or doctorate in electrical engineering preferred; additional experience may be considered in place of an advanced degree.
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) preferred; Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is a plus.
• Expertise in developing and optimizing automation scripts using Python or other tools.
• Experience with ISO/RTO tariffs, regulatory frameworks, and customer-facing consulting projects.
• Contributions to internal process-improvement or business-development initiatives.
• Proven ability to manage complex client relationships and deliver technical solutions under tight timelines.

Responsibilities

• Independently lead and execute power flow, transient stability, short-circuit, EMT, harmonics, and techno-economic studies for transmission, distribution, load, and generation.
• Guide script development and troubleshooting processes to improve study efficiency and reduce rework.
• Advance team capabilities and knowledge, and collaborate to deliver high-quality work on time.
• Apply and expand knowledge of power-system standards, tariffs, rules, and guidelines, grounded in first principles.
• Safeguard and manage technical and commercial information in accordance with confidentiality requirements and agreements.
• Coordinate with support staff on proper project setup and closeout.
• Review time logs weekly and proactively flag budget risks.
• Organize and attend meetings, preparing materials to address study or workload concerns.
• Ensure accurate time reporting to support cost recognition and payroll.
• Maintain regular communication with leadership regarding ongoing needs, open projects, and team support.
• Mentor peers, shape technical direction, and help drive business growth in related and adjacent areas.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage fully paid for employees, starting the month after hire.
• Merit-based raises.
• Promotion potential and career-growth opportunities.
• 401(k) with company match, traditional and Roth options, and free investment guidance.
• Paid training, certifications, and industry memberships.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Employee Assistance Program offering legal, financial, and mental wellness support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal