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**Experience in the Transmission Planning discipline is required for consideration.
Intermediate - Senior Level :
Provides technical expertise and analytical support for the transmission planning activities of the Corporation by performing transmission planning studies and evaluating electrical alternatives to support transmission system reliability. Supports Corporate regulatory compliance for transmission planning and related functions.
This role is responsible for:
- The performance of power system modeling and analysis in assigned areas using industry standard software.
- The development and coordination of transmission solutions that promote system reliability and resiliency.
- The development of technical reports, capital project scopes and justifications, and other procedural documentation.
- Participation in industry committees and transmission planning collaboratives with other electric entities as assigned.
Individuals in this role will experience a comprehensive exposure to and gain a broad understanding of electric power system analysis, transmission system modeling, generation impacts, interregional power flows, and industry coordination practices.
Principal Level:
Direct certain Transmission Planning activities of the Corporation by providing work direction, review of work products, and managing Departmental programs supporting the Corporation's transmission interests in two primary areas: 1) generation interconnection and transmission service studies/issues, 2) planning of the Bulk Electric System (BES) to meet forecasted demand and delivery obligations. Perform technical analyses to evaluate load/generation additions, dynamic/transient system response, transmission system capacity, and/or other analyses as assigned. Develop and/or approve transmission plan/project recommendations that support internal and external approval for the release of capital transmission construction projects involved with the primary areas listed above. Represent the Corporation on internal and external teams, committees, and industry groups. Promote a culture of compliance, quality, and continuous improvement. Provides expert technical advice in developing recommendations to executive staff.
This role is responsible and accountable for:
- The quality and timeliness of all work products in assigned areas;
- Ensuring all analyses adhere to applicable NERC Reliability Standards, Georgia Integrated Transmission System (ITS) Guidelines and Procedures, and internal processes; and
- The training and mentoring of other transmission planning engineers with respect to assigned areas;
performing a lead role in developing positions that support corporate strategic goals and in resolving issues internally and externally.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering; Related engineering disciplines with some electrical background will also be considered.
Essential Skillsets Include:

1. Some level of proficiency in industry-standard software (PSS/E, TARA, PSCAD, etc)
2. Computer Programming (creating/debugging code, application development, etc.)
3. Effective data management (MS Excel, Power BI, etc)
4. Financial & Economic Analysis Capabilities
5. Ability to manage multiple projects and/or study efforts simultaneously
6. Critical thinking and problem-solving

Experience:
E-II: Eighteen (18) months with an electric utility or related field
E-III: Three (3) years in Power Systems with at least two (2) years in Transmission Planning
E-IV: Six Years (four years with P.E. License) in Power Systems with at least three years in Transmission Planning
E-V: Eight Years (six years with P.E. License) in Power Systems, with at least four years in Transmission Planning
E-VI: Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive engineering experience (8 with a PE license) in an electric power system environment with at least six years in Transmission Planning or other related Power Systems disciplines. Working knowledge of mandatory ERO Reliability Standards and experience in a key leadership role are required. Process design and procedure writing, along with experience in preparing for and coordinating compliance audits, are desirable.
Equivalent Experience:
E-II: Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or
B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology with two and a half (2.5) years of experience in the electric utility industry in an engineering role; or
B.S. Degree in a related engineering field with a Professional Engineer license (Electrical Discipline) and one (1) year of experience in the electric utility industry in an engineering role
E-III: E-II qualifications plus two (2) additional years of experience in the listed areas; or
Eleven (11) years with an emphasis in Power Systems, with at least three (3) years in Transmission Planning
E-IV: E-III qualifications plus three additional years of experience in listed areas; or fourteen years of emphasis in Power Systems with at least five years in Transmission Planning.
E-V/E-VI: Equivalent experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Licenses, Certifications, and/or Registrations: EIT, P.E., & PMP are applicable but not required
General Skills (e.g., typing, computers, software, tools and equipment uses, etc.):
Excellent computer skills, excellent oral and written communication skills with all levels of the organization, strong interpersonal and team dynamic skills, strong organizational and negotiation skills, self-starter with solid integrity, and the ability to provide directions and attention to detail. Understanding of electric system technical system protection and operations issues as they relate to FERC, ERO, and Regional Entity compliance requirements.