Transmission Planning Engineer

Associated Electric Cooperative • Springfield, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Associated Electric Cooperative, we're committed to providing reliable energy to the communities we serve with passion and precision. We're a tight-knit team dedicated to keeping the lights on and the energy flowing smoothly across our expansive network! From technical to operational to professional disciplines, our team brings a wide variety of skills, talents, and expertise to the table. We believe in both dedicating ourselves to excellence and investing in your growth. As a Transmission Planning Engineer, you will help shape the reliability and future performance of the electric transmission system through power system modeling, transmission planning studies, and technical analysis. In this role, you will support Associated Electric Cooperative’s mission by building accurate models, analyzing system needs, and developing practical solutions that keep power moving safely and reliably. Tiny detail, massive impact, because electricity does not plan itself.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering or equivalent experience
• Typically 0 to 3 years of power industry experience for entry-level placement.
• Basic understanding of transmission planning, reliability standards, substation design, transmission line design, and protective relaying.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Acute attention to detail and the ability to review technical information for accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a professional office environment with occasional travel for meetings or cooperative-related work.

Nice To Haves

• Power systems emphasis within an electrical engineering degree.
• Engineer in Training certification.
• Experience or coursework related to power system analysis, transmission planning, or reliability standards.
• Python experience
• AI experience
• EMT analysis

Responsibilities

• Conduct load flow, short circuit, and stability studies to evaluate transmission system performance and identify solutions.
• Build and maintain transmission system models through regional model-building groups and in-house automation tools.
• Maintain accurate transmission planning databases by updating, validating, and communicating equipment data.
• Prepare clear technical reports, compliance documents, study summaries, and meeting notes.
• Collaborate with G&T partners, internal teams, and external organizations to support coordinated transmission planning.
• Contribute to transmission planning processes that support reliability, compliance, and long-term system needs.

Benefits

• Top pay
• Total compensation package that reflects your experience and contributions
• Robust 401(k) program with a generous employer match
• PTO
• Paid holidays
• Premier healthcare plan that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family

What This Job Offers

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