Transmission Planning Engineer

AES•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas. AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation. The Transmission Planning Analysis Engineer will be responsible for conducting studies in connection with the 34.5 kV, 69 kV, 138 kV, 230 kV and 345 kV transmission system to ensure the operational reliability, adequacy, and security based on FERC 715. This work includes analysis of and studies for power flow, dynamic-stability, transient-stability, and voltage-stability.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or similar.
A minimum of 3 years' experience working in the Electric Utility industry
Problem-solving abilities are essential.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in report writing, analysis, and compliance procedures.
Detailed understanding of regulatory frameworks (NERC, FERC, PJM/MISO).
The ability to communicate complex ideas verbally and in writing.
Proven technical knowledge and understanding of Transmission grid
Proficiency with PSSE, TARA or similar software

Responsibilities

Annual NERC TPL-001 Transmission System Planning Performance Assessment using steady-state, short-circuit, and dynamics power systems techniques utilizing a software suite of TARA, PSS®E, ASPEN, and DSA Tools as governed by FERC 715.
Annual NERC CIP-014 Physical Security assessment modeling realistic and historical physical attacks on transmission equipment to determine if said physical attack could result in instability, uncontrolled separation, or Cascading within an electrical Interconnection utilizing a software suite of TARA, PSS®E, and DSA Tools.
As requested NERC FAC-002 qualified changes and material modification impact studies to determine if any new or materially modified load (including Large Loads and Data Centers), any new or materially modified generation, or any new or materially modified transmission results in an inability of the Transmission System to meet the performance requirements of FERC 715 using as applicable steady-state, short-circuit, and dynamic power systems techniques utilizing a software suite of TARA, PSS®E, ASPEN, and DSA Tools as governed by FERC 715.
Evaluate the optimization of the Transmission System and proposed Transmission plans to reduce overall investment driving downward pressure on electric rates utilizing traditional and all new relevant and upcoming technologies such as GETs.
Participate in stakeholder meetings of, Plan projects within, and Evaluate MISO’s regional Transmission Planning process, the MISO Expansion Transmission Plan (MTEP) to ensure effective, efficient, and thorough evaluation of Transmission Projects ensuring just and reasonable Transmission scope using steady-state, short-circuit, and dynamics power systems techniques utilizing a software suite of TARA, PSS®E, ASPEN, and DSA Tools as governed by FERC 715.
Participate in stakeholder meetings of, Plan projects within, and Evaluate MISO’s Expedited Project Review (EPR) and Expediate Resource Adequacy Study (ERAS) to ensure effective, efficient, and thorough evaluation of Transmission Projects ensuring just and reasonable Transmission scope using steady-state, short-circuit, and dynamics power systems techniques utilizing a software suite of TARA, PSS®E, ASPEN, and DSA Tools as governed by FERC 715.
Collaborate amongst Indiana’s five vertically integrated Investor-Owned Utilities and two Generation & Transmission Cooperatives to establish a cost-effective forecasted Transmission Plan that reliably serves existing and new Indiana customers.
Prepare for and defend against regulatory audits of entities including but not limited to NERC, IURC, FERC, and MISO for adherence to Transmission Tariffs, Distribution Tariff, and NERC compliance.
Provide the Transmission Operations Control Center assistance in times of emergency such as extreme weather events, emergency repairs, or system restoration to ensure a timely return to energization of AES Indiana’s customers.
Provide assistance with NERC standards including but not limited to TPL-007, TPL-008, and FAC-014 using steady-state, short-circuit, and dynamics power systems techniques utilizing a software suite of TARA, PSS®E, ASPEN, and DSA Tools as needed.