Sr. Engineer I (II)

ore new initiatives to increase efficiency of interconnection processes.

What makes this opportunity exciting?

• Diverse Responsibilities: Balance technical analysis, stakeholder coordination, and project management for a well-rounded and impactful role.

• Innovative Challenges: Solve complex problems at the intersection of energy planning and cutting-edge technology.

• Growth Potential: Be part of a team driving energy transformation while developing your technical and leadership skills.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct comprehensive power system analyses to support reports for interconnection requests.

• Identify and assess transmission system upgrades necessary to address reliability and operational challenges.

• Perform system adequacy and reliability evaluations to ensure optimal performance of the PJM grid.

• Drive innovation by contributing to the development of new methods and practices in the planning process.

• Prepare detailed reports and engaging presentations to support the initiatives of the System Planning Division.

• Provide actionable recommendations to PJM management regarding the implementation of new bulk power facilities, programs, procedures, and policies.

• Develop and maintain accurate transmission system models essential for generating reports on interconnection requests.

• Collaborate with transmission owners to refine and develop reinforcements identified through various analyses.

• Partner with colleagues within the System Planning Division to tackle complex engineering challenges.

• Represent PJM on industry committees, task forces, and stakeholder groups addressing planning and engineering topics.

Characteristics & Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience

• At least 5 years of experience using PSS/e

• At least 5 years of experience performing power flow analysis and interpreting results

• Experience building power flow cases

• At least 5 years of experience mentoring others to perform complex studies

• Ability to produce high-quality work products with attention to detail

• Experience in quantitative and qualitative analysis

• Ability to use mathematical and electrical theory

• Ability to troubleshoot and provide technical support

Preferred:

• Master's Degree in Engineering
• Experience with PJM operations, markets, and planning functions
• Familiarity with TARA Generator Deliverability
• Programming skills for development of analytical and automation tools for enhanced reliability criteria testing and screening