Senior Transmission System Planning Consultant
About The Position
E Source is a research, data and analytics, and technology-focused professional services firm serving the utility industry in the US and Canada. The Senior Transmission Planning Consultant leads high-impact transmission planning studies and consulting engagements for electric utilities, ISOs/RTOs, cooperatives, and other industry stakeholders. The role oversees and executes advanced studies to support client decisions and regulatory compliance, while serving as a trusted client advisor who defines objectives, methods, and actionable deliverables. It combines deep technical expertise with project leadership, client engagement, and team mentorship. The position is 100% remote, with infrequent travel estimated at 3–5 times per year. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US or Canada; visa or Labour Market Impact Assessment sponsorship is not available.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering or a related field.
- Relevant transmission planning, operations, or consulting experience: 12+ years with an M.S., 8+ years with a Ph.D., or 15+ years with a B.S.
- In-depth knowledge of transmission system planning processes, methodologies, and industry practices.
- Experience with transient stability, short-circuit, voltage, production costing, TPL compliance, and generator interconnection analysis.
- Strong competency in PSS/E.
- Strong experience with Transmission Adequacy & Reliability Assessment (TARA), including reliability and contingency (N-1) analysis, flowgate analysis, and assessing import/export limits for resource adequacy.
- Familiarity with NERC, FERC, and ISO/RTO requirements and processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Proven success managing complex technical studies and project teams.
- Ability to navigate challenges, resolve obstacles, and adapt approaches to meet client needs.
- Clear communication and presentation skills, with experience in client-facing consulting roles.
- Interest in training and mentoring junior engineers.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and critical thinking.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Aspen, EasyPower, PSLF, EMTP/ATP, PSCAD, or PROMOD.
- Experience with harmonics analysis.
- Comfort working independently in a fully remote environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage transmission planning studies, including stability, power flow, reliability, short-circuit, and congestion management analyses.
- Serve as the primary client contact, driving project scope, methodologies, and deliverables.
- Provide technical oversight, quality assurance, and guidance to junior engineers and consultants.
- Prepare and present detailed technical reports documenting assumptions, methodologies, and results.
- Support business development through proposals, client meetings, and thought leadership.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to shape service offerings and enhance technical capabilities.
- Mentor and train less experienced staff, fostering knowledge transfer and professional development.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Company-paid long- and short-term disability insurance.
- Medical and dependent-care flexible spending plans.
- Paid parental leave.
- Flexible time off (FTO), approved by the manager while maintaining business needs, workload commitments, and appropriate coverage.
- 401(k) plan with a 3% employer match.
- Annual bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
