Generation & Strategic Planning Engineer

Post Date

Apr 10, 2024

Location

Birmingham,
Alabama

ZIP/Postal Code

35233
US
Jul 17, 2024 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Electrical Engineering

Req #

BIR-696351

Pay Rate

$88k - $132k (estimate)

Job Description

This team is responsible for leading and performing transmission planning studies related to any generation changes on our large Utility Client's transmission system including new siting options, designations, unit retirement evaluations, integrated resource plan support, renewable and capacity RFP generation procurements, and OATT generator interconnection studies. This team works closely with resource planning, operating company transmission and project management, and external generation developers.

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Required Skills & Experience

* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution is required (Pending graduates will be considered.)

* Python experience

* Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and databases

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

* NERC reliability standards acumen & FERC transmission policy and regulation acumen

* Experience in writing code and has a developer mindset

* Creative individual who will be building relationships with fellow utility companies

* Previous experience working in the energy industry

* Master's degree in engineering or business

* Professional Engineering License.

* Experience in transmission planning and operations.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.