What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transmission Planning Engineer position at Toth and Associates, Inc.?
Toth & Associates, Inc. is hiring a Transmission Planning Engineer to add to our growing team! The primary duties of a Transmission Planning Engineer are developing and maintaining power system models and conducting power flow, voltage stability, transient stability, and total transfer capability studies. The Transmission Planning Engineer will develop long range transmission plans and study generator interconnections and shall meet TOTH and client quality standards.
The candidate will have excellent interpersonal communication skills and demonstrate the ability to explain complex topics to non-engineers. The candidate should have working knowledge of transmission and distribution systems including the per-unit system, transmission line parameters, transformers, protective relaying, and short circuit. Preference will be given to a candidate with knowledge of PowerWorld Simulator, Siemens PSS/E, GE PSLF, or Aspen Oneliner.
Qualifications
- BSEE from an ABET-accredited engineering program is required
- 3 years of experience in transmission or distribution system engineering
- Knowledge of the PowerWorld Simulator, Siemens PSS/E, GE PSLF, or Aspen Oneliner
- Solid working knowledge of the PLS-CADD suite of design software tools and well-versed in the design of wood and steel structures
- Beneficial skillsets: VBA, Python, AutoCAD
- EIT certification or ability to obtain EIT within 6 months
- PE license or able to obtain a PE license in the future
- Proficiency with the following programs: Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
- Proficiency in writing and providing support documentation for engineering calculations
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
Benefits:
- Vacation
- Sick
- Paid holidays
- Company-paid medical and dental coverage with buy-up options
- Vision
- Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
- Supplemental life insurance available
- Short-term disability available
- FSA and HSA options
- 401(k) w/company matching and profit sharing
- Discretionary bonuses
- Education assistance
Salary : $120,000 - $150,000