Senior Manager Transmission Planning - EMT at Electric Power Engineers | Austin | Rezi

Senior Manager Transmission Planning - EMT at Electric Power Engineers

Senior Manager Transmission Planning - EMT

Electric Power Engineers · Austin

2 weeks ago

Senior Manager Transmission Planning - EMT

Electric Power Engineers · Austin

15 days ago
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About the Role

We are designing the grid of the future! EPE is looking to recruit a Senior Manager with a strong background in EMT modeling and studies. In this role, you will leverage a blend of commercial acumen and technical depth to guide clients through existing and emerging EMT requirements across a broad range of Utilities and ISOs/RTOs. This role is ideal for someone looking to step into leadership and who thrives on solving hard problems in an exciting, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and empower a diverse team of engineers fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and innovation.
  • Perform PSCAD and PSS/E model benchmarking for generation and load projects in accordance with existing or emerging requirements to assist clients in demonstrating compliance.
  • Lead automation efforts to improve efficiency in performing EMT modeling and model quality testing.
  • Stay current with emerging EMT modeling requirements and participate in internal and external forums.
  • Demonstrate extreme ownership by taking responsibility for outcomes, decisions, and overall team success.
  • Enhance internal capability by coaching staff on both technical and client-facing skills.
  • Enhance delivery frameworks, QA/QC processes, and drive cross-collaboration to ensure the team scales effectively.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to generation and large load developers helping them navigate the Eastern Interconnection evolving interconnection landscape.
  • Translate complex technical issues into clear and actionable insights that accelerate client decision-making and support project success.
  • Leverage strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills to gather necessary input and make informed recommendations even in situations where there is inherent ambiguity.
  • Lead reviews of interconnection studies and identify creative pathways to remove roadblocks and expedite projects.
  • Identify and pursue new service lines and products.
  • Lead proposal and RFP development efforts.
  • Contribute to EMT thought leadership through conferences, technical papers, and industry forums.
  • Drive the development of internal tools and analytics that strengthen EPE’s position in the market.

Requirements

  • Minimum 8 years of experience in the electric energy industry.
  • Proven ability to connect the dots between technical depth and commercial strategy.
  • Exceptional communicator who can influence and make decisions confidently under uncertainty.
  • In-depth experience with EMT (ideally PSCAD) modeling of generation and load projects as well as benchmarking models across various platforms.
  • Strong understanding of FERC, NERC, and ISO interconnection requirements and standards.
  • Strong written and verbal communication and ability to work collaboratively and effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Experience in IBR modelling and/or load modelling.
  • Direct experience working at an ISO, Utility, or on behalf of these entities as a consultant.
  • Prior experience with traditional studies performed for gen/load interconnection or transmission planning.
  • Real-time simulation familiarity (OPAL-RT, RTDS, etc).
  • Automation experience (Python, C#, SQL).

Skills

  • EMT modeling
  • PSCAD
  • PSS/E
  • FERC
  • NERC
  • ISO interconnection requirements
  • IBR modelling
  • Load modelling
  • Real-time simulation
  • OPAL-RT
  • RTDS
  • Python
  • C#
  • SQL
  • Communication
  • Stakeholder engagement

Location

  • Remote US

Work Type

  • Remote
  • Hybrid

Experience Level

  • Senior Manager
  • 8 years of experience

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you.
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)

About the Company

  • Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through advanced energy intelligence.
  • For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe, providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges.
  • As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid.
  • Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live.
  • Together we can transform the future of energy.

Equal Opportunity

  • EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer.