Job Description
Job Opportunity: Principal Planning Engineer
Are you an experienced power system professional ready to shape the future of energy? Our client, a prominent Distribution Network Service Provider (DNSP), is seeking a Principal Planning Engineer to drive innovation, sustainability, and reliability in power system planning. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead strategic energy initiatives and play a pivotal role in the energy transition, working directly on generation, transmission, and distribution planning projects.
Role Responsibilities
As the Principal Planning Engineer, you will:
* Lead and execute advanced power system planning studies, including generation, transmission, and distribution systems
* Conduct technical and economic analyses to optimize power system performance, bolster reliability, and meet evolving customer demands
* Develop and validate long-term resource and capacity plans aligned with regulatory, environmental, and market requirements
* Collaborate across teams to assess emerging technologies, renewable energy integration, and strategies for grid modernization
* Develop strategies for grid expansion, interconnections, and project feasibility with technical leadership
* Provide comprehensive technical reports, presentations, and informed recommendations to stakeholders, including executives, regulators, and industry partners
* Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering technical expertise and supporting team development
* Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and innovations to align planning methods with emerging power systems standards
What We're Looking For
Our ideal candidate will be a senior-level engineer with outstanding leadership skills, exceptional technical expertise, and a passion for driving impactful energy solutions.
Minimum Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related discipline
* 8+ years of professional experience in power system planning (generation, transmission, and/or distribution)
* Proficiency in power system analysis tools such as PSSE, PowerFactory, or similar software
* Proven experience in load flow, dynamic stability, and contingency analysis
* Strong command of power market operations, renewable energy integration, and grid codes
* Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, with a focus on innovative and sustainable solutions
* Exceptional communication, technical writing, and presentation skills for engaging stakeholders across all levels
Preferred Skills & Credentials:
* Master's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field
* Professional Engineer (PE) accreditation or equivalent certification
* Expertise in regulatory frameworks and experience collaborating with utility regulators
* Familiarity with advanced optimization techniques, energy storage technologies, and emerging grid innovations
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