Senior Transmission Planning Engineer

Puget Sound Energy, a leading utility in Washington, is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Senior Transmission Planning Engineer.
Job Responsibilities

Perform studies and analyses to identify electric transmission system needs and develop infrastructure projects to support system reliability and performance.
Develop transmission system models in consideration of applicable load and resource forecasts and expected system topology over a 10-year planning horizon.
Complete complex power system modeling, simulation, and analysis using advanced power system analysis programs, such as PowerWorld.
Interpret available codes, standards, requirements, and guidelines for application to identified system needs and the development of infrastructure projects to address those needs.
Document project need and solution justification for both technical and non‑technical audiences.
Provide professional engineering service and support in the construction, operation, and maintenance of PSE facilities and assets.
Ensure compliance with NERC Reliability Standards applicable to the Transmission Planner and/or Planning Coordinator.
Document transmission plans in compliance with PSE's Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT).
Participate in public meetings related to PSE's transmission plans as needed.
Support the maintenance of technical specifications for interconnection of resources under state jurisdiction.
Perform study work related to the interconnection of large retail loads.
Support the completion of study work related to FERC/OATT processes such as generator interconnection or transmission service requests.
Coordinate with Integrated Resource Planning on the incorporation of renewable energy resources on PSE's local system.
Represent PSE at appropriate regional transmission planning forums, such as those at NorthernGrid and Western Power Pool (WPP) as needed.
Maintain and update internal planning criteria and guidelines as needed to reflect changing industry trends.
Document and share work with others to strengthen the depth and breadth of skills within PSE's engineering workforce.
Maintain knowledge of industry developments and best practices and their application at PSE to further business objectives.
Ensure that problem solutions are tailored to PSE's business environment.
Identify potential areas of weakness with assigned work and initiate corrective action.
Support emergency response work as requested, including immediate and extended restoration efforts driven by weather and other system failures.
May coordinate the work of engineering assistants, technicians, or others who assist in specific assignments (including contractors/consultants).
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree or PE license in electrical, mechanical, civil or other appropriate engineering field. A PE license may qualify in lieu of a degree.
Substantial experience in planning, design, specification preparation, technical field work, project cost estimating and scheduling (typically achieved after eight (8) or more years practice as a degreed engineer).
Demonstrated organization, documentation, prioritization, and project management skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Desired Qualifications

Experience working in the utility industry.
Possession of a Professional Engineering license.
Knowledge of engineering economics and utility accounting practices.
Experience working on complex engineering projects.
Pay Range and Benefits

Pay range: $108,200.00 – $180,200.00, with eligibility for annual goals‑based incentive bonuses.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic life and short‑ and long‑term disability insurance; supplemental life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance; health care and dependent daycare flexible spending accounts; an Employee Assistance Program; 401(k) and cash‑balance retirement plans; Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or disability that, with or without reasonable accommodation, does not prevent performance of the essential functions of the job, or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. If you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources Staffing department at jobs@pse.com or 425‑462‑3017.

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