Principal Consultant, Transmission Planning and Distribution

RMS Energy

1h • Remote

About The Position

RMS Energy Co., LLC is a nationwide provider of turnkey services to the power industry, including maintenance, inspection, repairs, equipment design, engineering, and installation. The company is hiring a Principal Consultant for its Transmission and Distribution Engineering Consultancy division within the T&D Engineering and Consulting Department. This remote role may be based anywhere in Canada or the United States except Hawaii and Alaska, and offers work involving electrical equipment at locations such as power plants, hydroelectric dams, and large industrial facilities.

The Principal Consultant independently leads and performs power-system modeling, analysis, and reporting for studies; advances the team's capabilities; and develops business in related and adjacent areas. The role includes technical leadership, client and project coordination, quality and delivery oversight, and management of technical and commercial information and project budgets. The position is primarily conducted in a standard office environment, with potential travel to company facilities and other sites, and travel may reach 25%.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8–14 years of related experience is preferred.
• Well-developed organizational skills and strong interpersonal skills when interacting with management, technical support staff, suppliers, and clients.
• Demonstrated proficiency in managing, leading, delegating, negotiating win-win outcomes, and handling business and administrative responsibilities.
• Ability to follow written or oral instructions and solve problems involving several concrete and/or abstract variables.
• Demonstrated ability to perform simulations and run power-system-related software.
• Ability to add, subtract, and divide all units of measure.
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel to create tables and figures for technical reports.
• Ability to read company manuals, reports, workplace rules, and procedures; speak confidently using correct English; write technical reports in Microsoft Word; and deliver presentations in PowerPoint in English.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, periodic unannounced random drug tests, and a pre-employment criminal background check.
• Valid and current driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Nice To Haves

• Master's or doctorate degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution, or additional years of experience in a related field.
• Engineer-in-Training certification, preferred as preparation for a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform studies and lead others in power flow, transient stability, short-circuit, electromagnetic transients (EMT), harmonics, techno-economics, and related areas for transmission, distribution, load, and generator applications.
• Advance collective capabilities and expand business in related and adjacent study areas.
• Lead script development and troubleshooting throughout the study process, ensuring high-quality, timely deliverables and minimizing rework and review needs; identify and implement workload improvements.
• Collaborate with clients and team members to understand technical and commercial study requirements, including billable hours, and support high-quality, timely deliverables.
• Apply and advance knowledge of power-system and equipment standards, rules, guidelines, and tariffs, based on first principles and their extensions.
• Handle technical and commercial information appropriately; identify and mitigate potential conflicts of interest and ensure data is protected and shared only with authorized individuals during transmission, computation, and temporary and long-term storage.
• Coordinate appropriate project setup and closeout with the supervisor and support staff.
• Log and review hours with the supervisor weekly, flag budget concerns early, and support mitigation to meet budgets.
• Attend and organize meetings as needed, preparing materials in advance to discuss and troubleshoot study or workload concerns.
• Enter project time reports promptly and accurately to support accounting cost recognition and payroll.
• Communicate regularly with management regarding needs, objectives, issues, and open projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Flexible work environment.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits beginning the first day of the month following the hire date.
• Safe harbor 401(k) plan with a 3% non-elective contribution and free investment consultation.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Educational Assistance Program, including paid professional association memberships, conference opportunities, and training opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program offering financial, legal, and counseling support.
• Wellness incentives through the healthcare provider.
• Potential for career growth at a fast-growing company.

What This Job Offers

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