Power Systems Studies - Transmission Planning Supervisor

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TRC, one of the nation's most capable engineering service firms is currently seeking a Supervisor for the firm's Power System Studies (PSS) Engineering practice. The individual selected will manage a team of engineers and oversee the performance of the team. The successful applicant will have responsibility for technical leadership, proposal development, financial performance, and resource management of the team. The role also includes working with clients to develop business opportunities or the strengthening of existing relationships.

As a member of the leadership team, you will be responsible for providing direction, coaching and mentoring to a team of professional and technical staff responsible for the quality and delivery of the work.

• Required to lead, develop and foster an innovative and collaborative work environment within TRC's PSS Engineering practice.
• Supervise staff including performance feedback, salary planning, training, and career development.
• Work with the other Power System Engineering supervisors for resource management optimization.
• Responsible for project bill rate establishment and utilization of your staff.
• Work closely with your staff to understand technical gaps and provide training opportunities to fill those gaps.
• Responsible for timesheet and expense approvals of your staff.
• Participate with the hiring manager in the recruiting process including interviewing and onboarding of new employees.
• Participate in the preparation of proposals, schedules, and budget estimates for client activities.
• Participate with your Manager in overseeing and expanding the workload of existing clients.
• Participate with your Manager in new client pursuits.
• Responsible for the coordination & planning of assignments, ensuring that projects for which you supervise meet resource requirements, budget, and schedule.
• As project supervisor, ensure performance objectives are being met, proper document management is being implemented, and the quality process is being followed.
• Act as a subject matter expert by applying knowledge of industry standards and electrical engineering principles specific to both transmission and distribution system studies. Provide QAQC support for projects when required.

• Bachelor of Science or Technology degree in Engineering (Electrical)
• Registered Professional Engineer preferred
• 15 years of proven work experience in power system operations or planning with emphasis on analysis and studies.
• 5 years of Project Engineering experience
• Demonstrates the ability to make decisions quickly, juggle multiple tasks, communicate in a clear and concise manner, and provide effective leadership
• Demonstrates high levels of integrity
• Experience using PSS/E, PSLF, and PSCAD is a must
• Transmission Planning Studies including TOV & TRV, System Expansions, System Impact, Reliability & Operational, Distributed Generation, Regional Power Flow, Protective Relay and Coordination, Reactive Compensation Analysis, Steady-State, Dynamic and Short-Circuit, and NERC TPL and MOD Compliance studies.
• Must demonstrate technical capabilities to effectively perform the job duties and responsibilities
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to engage an audience
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must possess excellent organizational skills
• Will be required to travel (as needed)

Benefits*: TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company's annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.

TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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The complete job description and application are available on TRC's career site.

TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.