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Load flow analysis * Voltage drop calculations * Short-circuit studies * Help identify opportunities to improve system performance and reliability. Project & Team Collaboration * Work closely with ...

Short-circuit analysis Preferred Qualifications Education * Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university. Experience * Nuclear power industry experience. * Internship ...

Short-circuit analysis Preferred Qualifications Education * Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university. Experience * Nuclear power industry experience. * Internship ...

Load flow analysis * Voltage drop calculations * Short-circuit studies * Help identify opportunities to improve system performance and reliability. Project & Team Collaboration * Work closely with ...

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How much do short circuit analysis jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for short circuit analysis in the United States is $124,724.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,500.00 and $140,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Short Circuit Analysis vs Power System Engineer?

AspectShort Circuit AnalysisPower System Engineer
Primary FocusCalculating fault currents and system response during faultsDesigning, analyzing, and optimizing power systems
Required CredentialsElectrical engineering degree, certifications in power systemsElectrical engineering degree, often with power system specialization
Work EnvironmentSubstations, power plants, utility companiesUtilities, consulting firms, industrial facilities
Common UsageFault analysis, system protection planningSystem design, stability analysis, project management

While both roles involve electrical power systems, Short Circuit Analysis primarily focuses on fault current calculations and system protection during faults. Power System Engineers handle broader system design, stability, and optimization. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in the electrical power industry.

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Infographic showing various Short Circuit Analysis job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,724 per year, or $60 per hour.

2363m - Electric Transmission Planning Engineer - Principal / Senior / Engineer Level

MRINetwork Jobs

Tampa, FL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago


Job description

Perform Transmission Planning and Power System Studies including steady state loadflow contingency analysis, short circuit and dynamic stability analyses to support short-term and long-term transmission expansion plans and single point of failure analysis of the interconnected transmission system.  Complying with all applicable Federal, State and Cooperative standards, guidelines, policies and procedures and applicable regulatory standards. Provide input into the planning process, economic analysis of new loads, best ways to integrate new resources or substations, and identify system upgrades or modifications required for future load growth. Location: Tampa, FL

 

Responsibilities

  • Performs power system steady-state load flow contingency analysis, short circuit analysis, dynamic stability analysis, and single point of failure analysis of the interconnected transmission system
  • Performs the modeling of the Cooperative and Member facilities within the FRCC Databank
  • Participates and coordinates Feasibility, System Impact, and Facility studies, both internally and with Member staff
  • Prepares annual FERC-715 and FRCC Form 13 filings and updates the FRCC Transmission Map
  • Subject Matter Expert in NERC Reliability Standards associated with Transmission Planning
  • Prepares input data for computerized solutions to engineering problems
  • Supports technical analysis, planning studies and operational studies
  • Actively participates in the FRCC Transmission technical subcommittee
  • Develops automation scripting for use in studies, sorting data and results
  • Database creation for Transmission Planning data/information
  • Performs other duties as applicable to the position or as assigned

Qualifications

  • BSEE, required; an advanced degree, MSEE or MBA and Professional Engineer’s License (PE) desired
  • 3-10+ years of electric utility industry and significant transmission planning experience, performing, Loadflow, Steady State, Short Circuit, Dynamic Simulations, generator interconnection and other power system studies
  • Extensive hands-on simulation modeling of Bulk Electric Systems using PSS/E, MUST, PowerGEM
  • NERC Operational and Planning Standards knowledge
  • Computer literate with demonstrated proficiency in MS Office, Python, VBA, Access, etc.
  • Working knowledge of NERC Operations and Planning Standards and mandatory compliance activities
  • Possess excellent communication and soft skills

 

Company Brief:

Incorporated over 70 years ago, our client is one of the largest G&Ts in the country, providing essential wholesale electric services to nine Member distribution electric cooperatives serving 1.8M customers in 42 Florida counties.

Electric Transmission Planning Engineer – Senior / Engineer / Associate - 2363m

Visit our website for more details www.mriheadhunter.com

This position is being offered through Management Recruiters of Bonita Springs, Inc., who proudly supports Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment.  We are committed to workforce diversity.  M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.  Sponsorship is available for this position.

Key Words:

electric transmission strategy BSEE MSEE system planning power flow engineering studies loadflow NERC SERC transient stability FERC simulation modeling PSS/E MUST PowerGem TARA Siemens TPL VAR MOD FAC PRC CIP Reliability Standards