Senior Transmission Planning Engineer

Aypa Power, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable projects. As a Senior Transmission Planning Engineer, you will perform detailed transmission system modeling work and powerflow studies to inform project development and acquisition strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Provide transmission analytical support and insights to a growing portfolio of BESS, Renewable, and Hybrid projects
• Perform powerflow analysis to understand the potential risks and costs of interconnecting new generation to the system
• Assess the technical and commercial feasibility of green-fielding or acquiring projects
• Develop planning level cost estimates for interconnection facilities
• Prepare summaries, reports, and other materials of technical results to technical and non-technical team members
• Research, development, and creation of powerflow models, data validation, proposed project modeling
• Develop and streamline processes and automation to support an efficient workflow
• Other duties as required or assigned

Requirements:

• 5 years minimum experience and proficiency with at least one Powerflow Software: TARA, PSSE, PSLF
• Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering
• Experience in one or more electric markets (CAISO, PJM, ERCOT, NYISO)
• Working knowledge of NERC planning standards
• Possess strong communication skills
• Highly organized with demonstrated ability to work under tight time requirements and deadlines
• Additional consideration given to applicants with advanced degrees
• Additional consideration given to applicants with prior generation development and/or consulting experience
• Experience with Python, Java, or similar programming languages desired
• Experience with data visualization tools (ArcGIS, PowerBI) desired