What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transmission Planning Engineer position at Aypa Power?
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 that power our communities and cities. Our mission is to responsibly decarbonize the grid and make North American energy markets more affordable, sustainable, and efficient. Aypa is well-capitalized and uniquely positioned to lean forward on projects with well-suited deal structures to meet our customers’ needs. We have been at the forefront of energy storage development since our first energy storage project came online in 2018. As a leader in our industry, we now have over 22 GW of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable energy projects in development and 33 projects in operation or construction across North America.
As a Transmission Planning Engineer, you will perform detailed modeling work and power flow studies. A multi-functional team will use the analysis 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;
- Other duties as required or assigned.
Key Qualifications:
- 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 Location:
Salary: A base salary commensurate with experience;
Bonus: An annual bonus will be awarded based on individual performance and the overall success of the business;
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;
At Aypa, we nurture and support a highly diverse team and actively seek to advance fair and inclusive practices in all aspects of what we do. We hire passionate, dedicated, and forward-thinking individuals from different backgrounds and value unique perspectives and experiences. With a focus on belonging, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all.
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