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How much do system planning engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for system planning engineer in the United States is $127,215.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a system planning engineer do?

A System Planning Engineer is responsible for designing, analyzing, and optimizing the layout and operation of complex systems, often within the energy, telecommunications, or transportation sectors. Their work involves forecasting future needs, evaluating system capacity, and developing plans to ensure efficient and reliable service delivery. They use data analysis and simulation tools to predict system behavior and recommend improvements or expansions. System Planning Engineers also collaborate with other engineers, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure that projects meet technical and regulatory requirements.

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

To thrive as a System Planning Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, power systems analysis, and grid modeling, often supported by a bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering. Familiarity with tools such as PSS®E, ETAP, or PowerWorld, as well as knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements, is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and effective communication are essential soft skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. These competencies enable accurate system planning, reliable grid operation, and effective integration of new technologies into power networks.

How does a system planning engineer typically collaborate with other departments during project development?

System Planning Engineers play a central role in coordinating with various departments such as operations, maintenance, and project management. They regularly communicate system requirements, gather input from stakeholders, and ensure that proposed plans align with practical constraints and business objectives. Collaboration often involves cross-functional meetings, technical reviews, and joint problem-solving sessions to optimize system performance and reliability. This teamwork not only facilitates successful project execution but also helps System Planning Engineers broaden their understanding of the organization’s operations.
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Infographic showing various System Planning Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,215 per year, or $61.2 per hour.

System Planning Engineer II

White Plains, NY • On-site

NEW YORK POWER AUTHORITY
Utilities • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about NEW YORK POWER AUTHORITYexternal

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Summary
Leads research, design, and development activities to improve NYPA's energy services. Designs, constructs, and tests and operates equipment. Ensures that standards of quality, cost, safety, reliability, timeliness and performance are met throughout all engineering activities.
Utilizing advanced computer modeling tools, perform short term operational planning and long term transmission system planning through modeling and simulation of the power system to ensure the reliable operation of the existing G&T system, evaluate G&T development opportunities, and support internal and external interconnections.
Responsibilities
  • Understand the operational characteristics of the NYISO Bulk Electric system and provide training to team members.
  • Excellent understanding of the Load Flow Contingency Analysis, Transfer Limit, and Security-Constrained Dispatch (SCD) analysis using industry leading power system analysis tools, i.e. PSS/e, TARA
  • Excellent understanding of the Dynamics analysis of the PSS/e program and independently perform system stability analyses using the PTI PSS/e dynamics program, and accurately assess the results.
  • Independently conduct analyses of system conditions, system disturbances and system operations to assess system performance.
  • Independently conduct analyses to assess the electric system improvement.
  • Independently review technical reports and NYISO planning studies.
  • Represent the Authority on Regional and State Transmission Planning working groups and task forces to ensure NYPA interests are represented and promoted. Perform, review and coordinate inter-utility analyses.
  • Provide Technical support to NYPA's customers including Coops and Municipalities.
  • Perform generator interconnection studies or Operations Planning under the supervision of senior System Planning staff.
  • Conduct studies for major transmission projects in accordance with applicable reliability standards, criteria and rules under the supervision of senior System Planning staff.
  • Perform compliance studies to ensure compliance with NERC Reliability Standards
  • Prepare detailed technical reports documenting study work conducted, problems and recommendations for internal management as well as for external entities.
  • Recognize NYISO/NPCC/NERC compliance requirements and address compliance issues as required.
  • For assigned work and projects, provide supervision of maintenance department(s) staff, and contractors, and prepare and monitor the day-to-day work activities of the crafts. Work with planners in scheduling work activities; oversee the safety of employees. Review job packages to ensure they are complete and current prior to performance of the work. Review completed work, job packages, and work orders to verify all steps are complete and to ensure that all data/information is recorded.

Site ECC
  • Perform emergency response on a 24x7 on-call basis to support ECC.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of NYISO, NYSRC, NPCC, and NERC planning and operation practices and reliability requirements.
  • Significant knowledge of:
    • PTI/PSS/e Load Flow and Voltage programs
    • PTI/PSS/e Stability program
    • TARA programs
    • Python programming
    • Bulk electric system planning and operation practices, as well as transmission system equipment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to write clear, concise technical reports and papers.
  • Ability to provide detailed presentations on technical topics.
  • Ability to assess System Planning technical problems and provide timely and accurate solutions and recommendations.
  • Capable of recognizing abnormal data variances in evaluation of technical reports and propose/suggest additional actions for correction.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize work consisting of several projects in order to meet completion schedules.
  • Demonstrate flexibility in changing project requirements, priorities and assignments.

Education, Experience and Certifications
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical & Computer Engineering, required
  • Masters of Science in Electrical & Computer Engineering preferred.
  • Minimum of eight (8) years of work-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • New York State Engineer in Training certification preferred.
  • Ability to pass EIT and work towards PE license.
  • Experience in steady state, short circuit and dynamic modelling of inverter-based resources, and composite load models is preferred.

Physical Requirements
  • Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time, use a keyboard and enter data, view monitors for prolonged periods of time;
  • Ability to travel by auto, train, airplane to other destinations to attend meetings.
  • Site ECC: Must be able to provide 24/7 on-call support to ECC.

Military Occupational Specialty Codes
MOS - Army: 12A, 12B, 12P, 18C, 24A, 24Z, 51S
MOS - Marines: 1120, 1302, 1310, 8824, 8831, 8832, 9622, 9624, 9630, 9631, 9632, 9636
MOS - Navy: EA, MME, UT, 2166, 2167, 2170, 2180, 2181, 2740, 4210, 4270, 4280, 5761, 5904, 5913, 5917, 5925, 5927, 5960, 5961, 5970, 5980, 7273
The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is: $129,000-$177,100. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates' relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.
NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates' disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email accessibility@nypa.gov.

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