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MISO

Engineer II Intermediate Planning

Carmel, IN · On-site

$87K - $112K/yr

As an Engineer II - Intermediate Planning , you'll support MISO's work in the important space between long-term transmission planning and real-time operations. Your work will focus on the 18-24-month ...

MISO

Senior Intermediate Planning Engineer

Carmel, IN · On-site

$127K - $152K/yr

As a Senior Engineer - Intermediate Planning, you'll help MISO bridge the critical space between ... Your work will focus on the 18-24-month planning horizon, developing transmission and reliability ...

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Mgr Operations Planning

Carmel, IN · On-site

$162 - $187/hr

Ensure engineering studies are accurate, well‑documented, technically sound, and completed ... Experience in transmission planning, operations planning, and system operations required

MISO

Mgr Operations Planning

Carmel, IN · On-site

$162K - $187K/yr

Lead and develop a high-performing engineering team through accountability, technical excellence ... transmission and generation outages in alignment with MISO Tariff, Business Practice Manuals ...

GFT.

Transmission Line Engineers

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$90K - $125K/yr

GFT is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to join our Power Business Group! This is a remote ... Conduct feasibility studies, routing studies, and EMF calculations to support project planning.

GFT.

OE Transmission Line Engineers

Indianapolis, IN · On-site +1

$100K - $140K/yr

GFT is seeking an OE Transmission Line Engineer to join our Power Business Group! If you are in ... Coordinate feasibility studies, routing studies, and EMF calculations to support project planning.

Leidos

Senior Transmission Line Engineer

Indianapolis, IN · On-site +1

$73K - $132K/yr

We are seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer who will work as a member of a dynamic team ... planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management personnel. Work Location : Ideally ...

Leidos

Senior Transmission Line Engineer

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$73K - $132K/yr

Description We are seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer who will work as a member of a ... planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management personnel. Work Location: 100 ...

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Leidos

Senior Transmission Line Engineer

South Bend, IN · On-site

$73K - $132K/yr

Description We are seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer who will work as a member of a ... planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management personnel. Work Location: 100 ...

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Leidos

Senior Transmission Line Engineer

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$73K - $132K/yr

Description We are seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer who will work as a member of a ... planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management personnel. Work Location : Ideally ...

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Principal Strategy Advisor

Carmel, IN · On-site

$152 - $177/hr

... Transmission Planning, and Resource Planning. You will partner directly with senior leaders to ... engineering, portfolio management, consulting, or a related discipline, with demonstrated ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for transmission planning engineer in Indiana is $106,990.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,500.00 and $118,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a transmission planning engineer do?

A Transmission Planning Engineer is responsible for analyzing and designing the electrical transmission network to ensure reliable and efficient power delivery. They assess system performance, plan for future infrastructure needs, and conduct studies on load growth, contingencies, and grid stability. Their work involves using simulation tools, collaborating with utilities and regulatory bodies, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Ultimately, they help optimize the power grid to support demand while maintaining reliability and efficiency.

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

A Transmission Planning Engineer needs strong analytical skills, a background in electrical engineering (typically a bachelor’s degree or higher), and familiarity with power system analysis. Expertise in software such as PSS®E, PowerWorld, or PSCAD, and knowledge of NERC reliability standards, are often required, and holding a Professional Engineer (PE) license is advantageous. Effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities are valuable for collaborating across departments and presenting technical findings. These skills ensure reliable long-term planning, compliance with regulations, and coordinated project execution within the complex energy sector.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a transmission planning engineer?

As a Transmission Planning Engineer, your daily responsibilities include conducting power flow studies, analyzing transmission system reliability, and recommending upgrades or changes to support current and future electricity demand. You’ll regularly work with specialized software to model and simulate the electrical grid, prepare technical reports, and participate in project meetings. Collaboration with system operators, project managers, and regulatory bodies is common to ensure compliance with industry standards and facilitate project approvals. This role often involves balancing technical analysis with stakeholder communication to implement the best solutions for grid reliability and efficiency.

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Transmission Planning Operations Engineer

The AES Corporation

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

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Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Job description

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries.
AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide.
We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate. 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 honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry.
If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in global energy.
The Transmission Planning Operations Engineer will be responsible for independently 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 with assistance quality control review of consultant-prepared construction schedules, including but not limited to Facility Study schedules.

  • Perform with assistance the annual review of the coordinated project list to inform prioritization and scope fidelity 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, utilizing power flow models to coordinate planned outages and reduce the risk of projects failing to obtain required 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.

  • Independently submit and maintain tickets in MISO CROW and PJM eDART to reflect project and outage-related model changes.

  • Provide the Transmission Operations Control Center assistance in times of emergency such as extreme weather events, emergency repairs, or system restoration to ensure a timely return 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, certificate or equivalent experience in power systems studies

  • Proficiency in 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 PJM eDART ticket submission and management.

  • Experience with MISO and/or PJM outage coordination processes and operational/network model submission requirements.

  • Working knowledge of power flow modeling concepts and tools (e.g., PSS®E 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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