Transmission Planning Modeling Engineer (Energy)

TL;DR

Transmission Planning Modeling Engineer (Energy): Leading transmission compliance activities and managing model development for internal transmission planning models with an accent on NERC, FERC, PJM, and MISO regulatory frameworks. Focus on ensuring technical compliance, mitigating risks, and optimizing grid modeling using PSSE and TARA.

Location: US, Dayton, OH

Company

A Fortune 500 global leader in renewable energy and decarbonization providing electricity to 25 million customers worldwide.

What you will do

• Lead transmission compliance activities for hirify.global utilities, specifically FAC-001, FAC-002, FAC-008, and MOD-32.
• Manage the development, maintenance, and validation of internal Transmission Planning models.
• Ensure technical compliance with NERC, FERC, PJM, and MISO laws and regulations.
• Establish best-practice procedures for risk mitigation and compliance.
• Develop implementation plans for compliance-related matters and advise management.
• Monitor business operations to ensure ongoing adherence to regulatory protocols.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience working in the Electric Utility industry.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.

Nice to have

• Proficiency with PSSE, TARA, or similar grid modeling software.
• Detailed understanding of regulatory frameworks (NERC, FERC, PJM/MISO).
• Experience with process analysis and technical report writing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for complex technical ideas.

Culture & Benefits

• Ranked as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company.
• Certified as a Great Place to Work with a focus on diversity and inclusion.
• Commitment to achieving net-zero goals and the Paris Agreement by 2050.
• Collaborative environment focused on global energy transformation.