Senior Manager Transmission Planning - EMT

Overview

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’ll leverage a blend of commercial acumen and technical depth to guide our 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.
• When required, perform PSCAD and PSS/E model benchmarking for both 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 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

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).
• Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities based on position.
• Location: This position will be remote US.
• Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less).

Equal Opportunity Employer

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