Transmission Planning Consultant - 1898 & Co. (Chicago)

Burns & McDonnell • Chicago, IL

328d • $115,000 - $160,000

About The Position

The Transmission Planning Consultant will utilize knowledge in electrical transmission planning and application of grid technologies to assess grid performance and ready the grid for the future challenges represented by plant retirements and renewable integration. The Transmission Planning Consultant will perform a broad range of transmission and operational studies and other consulting services to help clients make decisions backed by business and engineering analysis. This role will contribute to the execution of technical studies and work with project managers to perform the technical execution for projects. Performs a broad range of studies and other consulting services such as transmission planning and operational studies consisting of power flow, transient stability, transfer capability, short-circuit, voltage analysis, harmonics analysis, electromagnetic, reliability, and economic dispatch associated with congestion management scenarios. Evaluates regulatory conditions and risks by applying NERC, FERC, and Regional requirements, policies and procedures, production costing, risk assessment techniques, TPL compliance, and generator interconnection principles. Independently executes transmission system planning studies using industry software such as PSS/E, PSLF, EMTP/ATP, PSCAD, SKM, ETAP, and Promod. Performs independent evaluation, selection, adaptation, and modification of standard engineering techniques for electric transmission system planning procedures and criteria. Conducts data analysis and interpretation of engineering, financial, and economic conditions and results, and subsequent technical business implications to client projects. Analyzes life-cycle costs by developing and incorporating technical assumptions regarding capital costs, operation and maintenance costs, performance estimates, and economic assumptions and forecasts. Conducts technical and business-related risk assessments that evaluate impacts associated with rules implemented by regulatory agencies. Develops and conducts detailed financial analysis using a variety of computer-based software. Develops technical reports and presentations summarizing results of analysis. Develops client presentations, engineering reviews, financial analysis, and contract administration for the design/planning of utility systems. Assists project managers in business development activities including proposal development and client relationships. Support business lines as required by clients. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 3 years of related experience, or Master Degree in Engineering or Business and 2 years of experience, or PhD in Engineering and 1 year of experience.
• Prior experience associated with electric utility operations, planning, or consulting.
• Experience with power system planning and operations.
• Strong computer skills using industry software such as PSS/E, PSLF, EMTP/ATP, PSCAD, SKM, ETAP, and Promod.
• Ability to execute various transmission system planning studies.
• Knowledge of numerous power regions of the country and independent system operators.
• Knowledge of NERC and FERC standards.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) License.

Responsibilities

• Perform a broad range of transmission and operational studies.
• Evaluate regulatory conditions and risks.
• Independently execute transmission system planning studies.
• Conduct data analysis and interpretation of engineering, financial, and economic conditions.
• Analyze life-cycle costs.
• Conduct technical and business-related risk assessments.
• Develop and conduct detailed financial analysis.
• Develop technical reports and presentations.
• Assist project managers in business development activities.
• Support business lines as required by clients.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• 401(k) retirement program.
• Insurance and disability benefits.
• Time off and wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree