[Hiring] Transmission Planning Engineer @Heartland Joule

Role Description

• Lead or support technical scoping for new interconnection requests across transmission and distribution systems.
• Review system data, interconnection standards, and utility and/or ISO/RTO requirements to inform project strategy.
• Develop and maintain interconnection process reference guide for key markets, documenting processes, technical requirements, associated fees, and timelines for interconnection.
• Coordinate with utilities to gather system information, validate assumptions, and align on study methodologies.
• Work with engineering teams to develop technical drawings, one-lines, equipment specifications, and conceptual substation layouts.
• Perform due diligence analysis including steady state power flow for early stage prospects and sensitivity scenarios.
• Coordinate with consultants performing power flow studies and dynamic modeling.
• Analyze study results and prepare summaries outlining required system upgrades, project impacts, and next steps.
• Provide technical input into procurement processes for long-lead equipment (e.g., transformers, breakers, switchgear).
• Work with engineering teams to refine cost estimates and schedules based on engineering scope and system upgrade requirements.
• Interface with internal and external stakeholders to ensure technical accuracy and alignment across the project lifecycle.
• Review and advise on client interconnection agreements including study agreements, engineering and procurement agreements, and energization and construction agreements to ensure alignment with project strategy.
• Participate in market stakeholder discussions related to interconnection and grid performance for industry insights and relevance to client project strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems focus preferred).
• 3–7+ years of experience in transmission planning, utility engineering, or interconnection analysis.
• Understanding of NERC standards, grid interconnection processes, and ISO/RTO and utility study practices.
• Experience with modeling tools such as PSSE, PSLF, PSCAD, or PowerWorld is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and comfort engaging with utility engineers and project stakeholders.

Benefits

• 401(k)

Location

• United States (Required)