Senior Manager Transmission Planning - EMT

Electric Power Engineers

$120K — $150K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 8 years of experience in the electric energy industry.
  • Proven ability to connect technical depth with commercial strategy.
  • Exceptional communicator with decision-making skills under uncertainty.
  • In-depth experience with EMT (ideally PSCAD) modeling of generation and load projects.
  • Strong understanding of FERC, NERC, and ISO interconnection requirements.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and empower a diverse team of engineers.
  • Perform PSCAD and PSS/E model benchmarking for projects to aid compliance.
  • Lead automation efforts to enhance EMT modeling and quality testing efficiency.
  • Stay updated with emerging EMT modeling requirements and contribute to forums.
  • Take ownership of outcomes, decisions, and team success.
  • Coaching staff on technical and client-facing skills to enhance capability.
  • Drive framework enhancements and cross-collaboration for effective scaling.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with 100% premium coverage.
  • Generous PTO and paid holiday offerings.
  • Opportunity to work with industry leaders.
  • 401K plan with up to a 4% match, fully vested from day one.
  • Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote options.
Full Job Description
Overview

We are designing the grid of the future!

EPE is looking to recruit Senior Manager with a strong background in EMT modeling and studies. In this role you'll leverage 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

How you can make an impact:

Technical Leadership & Team Development
  • 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 participating 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.2
  • Enhance delivery frameworks, QA/QC processes, and drive cross collaboration to ensure the team scales effectively.


Client & Market Impact
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to generation and large load developers helping them navigate 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.


Commercial & Strategic Growth
  • 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

Bring your passion, here's what's needed:
  • 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 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.


Beneficial Experience
  • Direct experience working at an ISO, Utility or on behalf of these entities as a consultant.
  • Beyond EMT, it would be beneficial if the candidate has prior experience with the traditional studies performed for gen/load interconnection or transmission planning.
  • Real-time simulation familiarity (OPAL-RT, RTDS, etc)
  • Automation experience (Python, C#, SQL).

Lead the change!

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.

How we support you:
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you.
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Work with industry leaders
  • 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

Travel: Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)

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