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AES Clean Energy is recruiting for the position of Senior Transmission Planner within the Transmission Strategy department. The Transmission Strategy department is responsible for performing transmission system analysis to steer AES Clean Energy greenfield prospecting efforts and support the interconnection for our large utility-scale project portfolio.  This is an outstanding opportunity for individual who is passionate about renewable energy and seeking high-growth work environment.  The Transmission Strategy department actively tracks and analyzes transmission systems not just as they exist today, but how they will exist in the future. The department is instrumental in the strategic siting efforts of the entire development platform. The position will be responsible to set up and run a variety of innovative, automated power flow studies using power flow and coding software. As an internal power flow study expert, this position will work with internal Strategic Development team, and external entities including Transmission Owners, ISO/RTO to review, analyze and replicate generator interconnection study results.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

The position will both lead and support as needed by internal team members leading to the successful execution of both new and acquired projects across the United States. Some travel will be required (~10%).

• Analyze transmission grid to identify new opportunities for interconnecting renewable energy projects (i.e. solar, storage, wind, hydrogen).
• Spearhead power flow analysis such as First Contingency Incremental Transfer Capability (FCITC), injection analysis, replicating key market and region deliverability studies.
• Ability to set up and conduct automated power flow analysis using Python, or other scripting languages to expedite the analysis process.
• Perform injection studies to identify the optimal interconnection locations for the placement of generator resources across the targeted study/focus region.
• Actively track and participate in regions Transmission Planning Process, and advocate for AES clean energy portfolio to be included in Long Term Planning process.
• Obtain, update, and maintain regional power flow base cases with changes in resource mix and transmission topology based on SERC regional plans, especially Tennessee Valley Authority (“TVA”), Georgia Power in Southern Company (“SOCO”), Duke Energy Carolinas, and Santee Cooper in South Carolina.
• Remain up to date on all relevant new and upcoming technologies and knowledge to model them as per regions generator interconnection study criteria.
• Perform network upgrade cost estimate allocation for the proposed projects, based upon applicable tariff.
• Verify and challenge study results. Perform multiple scenario sensitivity analysis based on future queue projections and retirements.
• Perform study review and provide technical insight and decision on acquisition generator projects.  
• Familiar with tracking and assessing availability of Available Transfer Capacity (ATC) and Total Transfer Capability (TTC) in SERC market and submitting Transmission Service Requests (TSR).
• Understand and gain proficiency in Transmission Providers’ tariff, business practices, interconnection standards, interconnection study practices, cost allocation methodologies, transmission planning standards, and transmission system performance evaluation criteria. Possess an understanding of regional transmission plans and operational practices.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2 years of working experience in renewable or traditional energy development, or transmission planning with an emphasis on generator interconnection studies.
• Proficiency in power flow software (TARA, PSS/E, PSS/MUST, PSLF).
• Ability to automate generator interconnection studies on an interconnection wide basis.
• Extensive knowledge of TVA, SOCO, and Carolinas Transmission Planning Process and Generator Interconnection study methodology.

Desired Skills and Expertise:

• MS in Electrical Engineering or related field.

• Familiarity with transmission systems and expansion plans, and generator interconnection study methodologies in SERC region.

• Knowledge of any other ISO in US market.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and lead several projects simultaneously to meet project schedules.

​__This is a remote position, however, we require that the candidate be located within the US territory.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $115,000 and $140,250/Annual; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements such as annual bonus, in addition to a full range of medical, dental, vision, life, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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