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How much do transmission planning jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for transmission planning in the United States is $103,972.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $146,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive in Transmission Planning, a strong background in electrical engineering, power systems analysis, and grid modeling—often supported by a relevant degree—is essential. Familiarity with industry-standard power system analysis tools such as PSS/E, PowerWorld, or PSCAD, and knowledge of NERC reliability standards, are commonly required. Exceptional problem-solving, communication, and project management skills help professionals coordinate across multiple departments and stakeholders. These skills are crucial to ensure reliable power transmission, regulatory compliance, and effective collaboration on complex energy projects.

What is transmission planning?

A Transmission Planning job involves assessing and designing the development of power transmission networks to ensure reliability, efficiency, and compliance with regulatory standards. Professionals in this role analyze power flow, forecast future electricity demand, and evaluate system upgrades or expansions. They work with utilities, regulators, and stakeholders to optimize grid performance while integrating renewable energy sources and new technologies.

What does a transmission planner do?

A typical day in Transmission Planning involves analyzing the electrical grid's current and future needs, conducting power flow studies, and evaluating system performance under various scenarios. Professionals regularly use specialized software to model transmission networks and collaborate with engineers, project managers, and utility representatives to assess system impacts for new projects or upgrades. The role often includes preparing technical reports, presenting findings, and participating in regulatory meetings. This dynamic environment requires strong analytical and communication skills, as well as adaptability to evolving industry standards and project timelines.

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Transmission Planning Engineers

Iberdrola

Rochester, NY • On-site

$78K - $98K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Transmission Planning Engineers
Work Type: In Office
Reports To: Manager Transmission Planning
Location: Rochester, NY
Salary: The base salary for this position is dependent upon experience and location $78k-98k+++
Summary:
Avangrid is growing! We are actively hiring electrical engineers of all experience levels for our New York Transmission Planning team to join us in Rochester.
In these roles, you will be able to:
  • Collaborate, perform, and lead reliability and/or economic driven studies including voltage, thermal, PV, transfer limit, short circuit, and stability assessments.
  • Analyze and assess complex transmission systems at numerous voltage levels. Document and communicate results and recommendations as appropriate including data manipulation, report writing, and summary presentations.
  • Innovate and integrate improvements to increase the precision and efficiency of transmission planning.
  • Develop subject matter expert skills as necessary to mentor and support the team to aid in the advancement of business needs.
  • Collaborate and interact with internal teams and industry peers on regional activities (e.g. NPCC, ISO's, etc.).
  • Develop and apply a thorough understanding of various planning criteria, guidelines, standards (e.g. NERC, NPCC, etc.) and analysis software packages such as PSS/E, TARA, and ASPEN.
  • Participate in transmission and substation site inspections; attend industry workshops, training, and user group meetings as needs arise.

Requirement:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy systems, Power systems or similar discipline is required. 2+ years of utility or energy experience highly preferred

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Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.
Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee's management.
Job Posting End Date:
September-28-2026