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Power System Planning Engineer Jobs in Addison, IL

Hansoninc

Electrical Controls Engineer - Power

Lisle, IL

$78K - $105K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Power Controls Engineer (Power Industry) Position Type: Full-Time Industry Focus: Power Delivery ... Key Responsibilities Power System Controls & Communications * Design and support SCADA, substation ...

Hansoninc

Electrical Controls Engineer - Power

Chicago, IL

$82K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Power Controls Engineer (Power Industry) Position Type: Full-Time Industry Focus: Power Delivery ... Key Responsibilities Power System Controls & Communications * Design and support SCADA, substation ...

S&C

Electrical Engineer III (Power Systems)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$106K - $140K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Are you passionate about System Design and Innovation? S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic ... Contribute to planning tools so customers can better place and configure S&C products * Build ...

Fermilab

Power Electronics Engineer

Batavia, IL · On-site

$114K - $135K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Simulate systems in COMSOL to provide additional details of system performance. Create, edit and ... power electronics engineering, including at least 1 (one) year of experience in: (1) Performing ...

Fermilab

Power Electronics Engineer

Batavia, IL · On-site

$114K - $135K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... systems in COMSOL to provide additional details of system performance. • Create, edit and ... power electronics engineering, including at least 1 (one) year of experience in: (1) Performing ...

ComEd

Senior Engineer - Substation Engineer

Oakbrook Terrace, IL · On-site

$103K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Perform engineering calculations for battery systems, AC and DC power systems, and lightning ... Planning : define loads, architecture options, one‑lines, preliminary equipment sizing. * Design ...

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How much do power system planning engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for power system planning engineer in Addison, IL is $127,452.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,200.00 and $157,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a power system planning engineer?

Power System Planning Engineers are professionals who design, analyze, and plan the development of electrical power systems. Their work ensures that power generation, transmission, and distribution networks can meet current and future energy demands reliably and efficiently. They use specialized software and modeling techniques to assess system capabilities, forecast growth, and recommend upgrades or new infrastructure. These engineers also consider factors like renewable integration, regulatory standards, reliability, and cost-effectiveness in their planning process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a power system planning engineer?

To thrive as a Power System Planning Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, power systems analysis, and typically a bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering. Familiarity with specialized software such as PSS®E, ETAP, or PowerWorld, as well as knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements, is essential. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help you collaborate with stakeholders and present technical findings clearly. These skills are crucial for ensuring reliable, efficient, and future-ready electrical grids that meet growing energy demands.

What are some common challenges faced by power system planning engineers when integrating renewable energy sources into the grid?

Power System Planning Engineers often encounter challenges such as maintaining grid stability, managing variability in power generation, and ensuring adequate transmission capacity when integrating renewable energy sources. Balancing supply and demand becomes more complex due to the intermittent nature of renewables like wind and solar. Additionally, engineers must coordinate with multiple stakeholders—including utility companies, regulatory bodies, and equipment manufacturers—to develop solutions that meet technical, economic, and regulatory requirements.

What is the difference between Power System Planning Engineer vs Power System Operations Engineer?

AspectPower System Planning EngineerPower System Operations Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, relevant certificationsBachelor's in Electrical Engineering, operational certifications
Work EnvironmentDesigning and analyzing future power system expansions, planning grid reliabilityMonitoring and controlling current power system operations, real-time decision making
Industry UsageUtility companies, energy consultancies, grid operatorsUtility companies, grid control centers, energy providers

Power System Planning Engineers focus on designing and planning future power grid infrastructure, while Power System Operations Engineers manage real-time system performance. Both roles require electrical engineering expertise but differ in their daily tasks and objectives.

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Infographic showing various Power System Planning Engineer job openings in Addison, IL as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,452 per year, or $61.3 per hour.

Senior Electrical Engineer - Power System Studies - Power and Energy

Atwell, LLC

Chicago, IL

$100K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

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Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

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Job description

Who We Are

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards:

  • Ten consecutive years in a row as a "Best Place to Work" by Zweig Group (#11)
  • Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region
  • Recognized in Crain's "Fast 50" as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)
  • Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeastern US

Atwell is growing our Power & Energy team, and we are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to support our expanding Interconnection group. This is a strong opportunity to work on utility-scale solar, wind, BESS, substations, transmission, and other high-voltage power projects across the country.

In this role, you will support and lead a variety of interconnection and power system studies for renewable energy and grid infrastructure projects, while partnering closely with internal engineering teams and clients to deliver technically sound, high-quality solutions. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys deep technical work, client interaction, and contributing to the integration of inverter-based resources onto the grid.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Lead and support interconnection and power system studies for utility-scale renewable and high-voltage power projects
  • Perform and review studies in PSSE, PSCAD, PSLF, ASPEN, PowerWorld, ETAP, SKM, CYME, EMTP, or similar tools
  • Conduct a range of analyses including:
    • Load flow
    • Short circuit
    • Dynamic analysis
    • Transient studies
    • Renewable model tuning
    • Fault analysis
    • Voltage and frequency ride-through evaluations
    • Grid disturbance and system performance assessments
  • Develop, review, and refine power system and renewable plant models for interconnection applications
  • Support model validation, benchmarking, quality checks, and parameter tuning to align with utility, ISO/RTO, and regional performance requirements
  • Evaluate and support projects across solar, wind, BESS, substations, transmission, and distribution
  • Prepare and review technical deliverables including study reports, design criteria, specifications, study documentation, scopes of work, and other engineering packages
  • Participate in client meetings, technical discussions, occasional site visits, and field walkdowns
  • Support proposal efforts, technical approach development, and estimating for new project opportunities
  • Ensure studies and engineering deliverables align with applicable codes, standards, utility requirements, and internal quality expectations
  • Stay current with regulatory changes, grid codes, ISO/RTO requirements, and evolving standards related to interconnections and inverter-based resources
  • Contribute to the improvement of internal workflows, tools, and methods that help streamline studies, model checks, and engineering efficiency

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
  • Strong experience supporting interconnection studies and power systems analysis
  • Experience with tools such as PSSE, PSCAD, PSLF, ASPEN, PowerWorld, ETAP, SKM, CYME, EMTP, or similar
  • Experience performing dynamic studies, model development, or renewable system analysis for high-voltage or utility-scale projects
  • Strong understanding of power system behavior, inverter-based resources, and grid interconnection requirements
  • Familiarity with ISO/RTO processes such as ERCOT, MISO, SPP, PJM, CAISO, or similar is a plus
  • Understanding of applicable standards such as NERC PRC/MOD, IEEE 2800, IEEE 1547, and other relevant interconnection requirements
  • PE license is a plus, but not required for the right candidate

Pay Range - $100,000 - $180,000 base + bonus + benefits.

Disclaimer

While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.

Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.

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Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
  • Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

  • Competitive Compensation packages
  • Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
  • 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Student Loan Repayment
  • Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
  • Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
  • Employee Referrals
  • Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
  • Dependent Care Match

'Atwell'ness:

  • Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
  • Family Planning & IVF Benefits
  • Pet Insurance
  • Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
  • Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
  • Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
  • Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services

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