Transmission Planning Engineer

About the role

At Associated Electric Cooperative, we're committed to providing reliable energy to the communities we serve with passion and precision. We're a tight-knit team dedicated to keeping the lights on and the energy flowing smoothly across our expansive network!

What You’ll Do

• Conduct load flow, short circuit, and stability studies to evaluate transmission system performance and identify solutions.
• Build and maintain transmission system models through regional model-building groups and in-house automation tools.
• Maintain accurate transmission planning databases by updating, validating, and communicating equipment data.
• Prepare clear technical reports, compliance documents, study summaries, and meeting notes.
• Collaborate with G&T partners, internal teams, and external organizations to support coordinated transmission planning.
• Contribute to transmission planning processes that support reliability, compliance, and long-term system needs.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering or equivalent experience
• Typically 0 to 3 years of power industry experience for entry-level placement
• Basic understanding of transmission planning, reliability standards, substation design, transmission line design, and protective relaying
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Acute attention to detail and the ability to review technical information for accuracy
• Ability to work collaboratively in a professional office environment with occasional travel for meetings or cooperative-related work

Preferred

• Power systems emphasis within an electrical engineering degree
• Engineer in Training certification
• Experience or coursework related to power system analysis, transmission planning, or reliability standards
• Python experience
• AI experience
• EMT analysis

Associated provides

• Top pay with a robust 401(k) program with a generous employer match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Healthcare coverage for you and your family

What Associated offers

• Endless opportunities for career development
• An environment where your contribution is valued

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to rewarding talent with top pay. Your efforts will be recognized with a total compensation package that reflects your experience and contributions.