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Transmission Planning Engineer

Kinston, NC · Hybrid

$96K - $136K/yr

Experience in electric system operations and/or transmission planning * Professional Engineering License This position requires up to 5% travel with some over nights. The expected salary range for ...

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Transmission Planning Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

Our transmission planning team delivers technically rigorous power system studies and strategic planning support to utilities, developers, and grid operators navigating one of the most dynamic ...

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How much do transmission operations planning engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for transmission operations planning engineer in the United States is $112,436.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,000.00 and $124,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Transmission Operations Planning Engineer vs Transmission System Operator?

AspectTransmission Operations Planning EngineerTransmission System Operator
Primary RolePlans and optimizes transmission system operations and infrastructure developmentManages real-time grid operations ensuring reliable power flow
CertificationsEngineering degree, possibly PE license, industry-specific trainingOperator certifications, grid management training
Work EnvironmentOffice-based with field site visitsControl centers, field sites, real-time monitoring
Industry UsagePower utilities, energy companiesElectricity grid operators, regional transmission organizations

While both roles are vital in the power transmission sector, the Transmission Operations Planning Engineer focuses on planning and system optimization, whereas the Transmission System Operator manages real-time grid operations to ensure stability and reliability.

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Infographic showing various Transmission Operations Planning Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $112,436 per year, or $54.1 per hour.

Transmission Planning Operations Engineer

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

IPL (Indiana)
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Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a companythat'snot just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company witha teamof 8,300employees across 12 countries.
AES has beenranked #1 byBloombergNEFin renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricityformillions of peopleworldwide.
We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work rankings across the markets where weoperate. AES was also named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices.

Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute's Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoringglobal leadership in advancing the electric power industry.
Ifyou'reready to be part of a companythat'snot just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you.We'renot just building a more sustainable future,we'repowering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader inglobalenergy.

The Transmission Planning Operations Engineer willbe responsible forindependently conducting operational planning coordination in connection with the transmission project portfolio, including construction schedule coordination, management of change support, and outage and network model coordination across MISO and PJM.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform with assistance the maintenance of a coordinated construction project list and integrated project schedule, using P6 as the source of schedule data, to provide a common reference across planning, development, engineering, execution, and close-out stages, and to capture project shifts and scope adjustments as they occur.
  • Perform withassistancequality control review of consultant-prepared construction schedules, including but not limited to Facility Study schedules.
  • Perform withassistancethe annual review of the coordinated project list to inform prioritization andscopefidelity as electric network conditions and needs evolve, supporting long-lead material planning and labor resource planning.
  • Perform with assistance the team's existing NERC Management of Change compliance structure by evaluating when project changes require review or re-evaluation by the appropriate subject matter experts, including but not limited to PRC-004, PRC-025, PRC-027, FAC-002, and FAC-008, and routing changes to the appropriate owners within the compliance structure.
  • Independently support long-term (three-year and one-year) and short-term (three-month) operational planning horizons for outage coordination,utilizingpower flow models to coordinate planned outages and reduce the risk of projectsfailing to obtainrequired outage approvals.
  • Coordinate outage-related planning input with the System Operations and PMO functions to support holistic outage scheduling across the business.
  • Independently manage the MISO and PJM operational/network models and coordinate with the System Planning team on forecasted modeling changes.
  • Independentlysubmitand maintain tickets in MISO CROW and PJMeDARTto reflect project and outage-related model changes.
  • Provide the Transmission Operations ControlCenterassistancein times of emergency such as extreme weather events, emergency repairs, or system restoration to ensurea timelyreturn to energization of AES customers.

Position Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or similar.
  • A minimum of 2 years' experience working in the Electric Utility industry
  • Ability to perform analysis and prepare engineering deliverables without supervision
  • Passing Grade on Fundamentals of Engineering

Highly Desired Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree,certificateor equivalent experience in power systems studies
  • Proficiencyin project scheduling and schedule management, including Primavera P6 or similar software
  • 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
  • Experience with MISO CROW and/or PJMeDARTticket submission and management.
  • Experience with MISO and/orPJMoutage coordination processes and operational/network model submission requirements.
  • Working knowledge of power flow modeling concepts and tools (e.g., PSSE or similar).
AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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