Transmission Planning Engineer

1 week ago

Austin, Texas, United States Aypa Power Full time
Job Title: Transmission Planning Engineer

Aypa Power, a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable projects, seeks a skilled Transmission Planning Engineer to join our team.

About Aypa Power

We are a well-capitalized company with a unique position to lean forward on projects with well-suited deal structures to meet our customers' needs. Our mission is to responsibly decarbonize the grid and make North American energy markets more affordable, sustainable, and efficient.

Job Summary

As a Transmission Planning Engineer, you will perform detailed modeling work and power flow studies to inform project development and acquisition strategies. You will create reports and presentations to document and explain the conclusions of your analysis to a mix of technical and non-technical colleagues.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide transmission analytical support and insights to a growing portfolio of BESS, Renewable, and Hybrid projects.
  • Perform power flow analysis to understand the potential impacts 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 and development of power flow models, data validation, proposed project modeling.
  • Develop and streamline processes and automation to support an efficient workflow.
Requirements:
  • 2 years minimum experience and proficiency with at least 1 PowerFLOW Software: TARA, PSSE, PSLF.
  • Bachelor's in electrical engineering with additional consideration given to applicants with advanced degrees.
  • Experience in one or more electric markets (CAISO, PJM, ERCOT, NYISO).
  • Working knowledge of NERC planning standards.
  • Experience with Python, Java, or similar programming languages desired.
  • Experience with data visualization tools (ArcGIS, PowerBI) desired.
  • Possess strong communication skills.
  • Highly organized with demonstrated ability to work under tight time requirements and deadlines.
Compensation and Benefits:

Aypa offers an attractive benefits package with excellent health care/dental/vision, 401k matching, unlimited vacation, paid parental leave, and other health/wellness benefits.

Location: Remote (USA). The ability to work in the United States is a requirement.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all.

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