Transmission Planning Engineer Position Available In Jefferson, Alabama

Job Description The successful candidate will be part of a team of engineers responsible for planning the bulk transmission system for a large utilities company in the southeast. The successful candidate will collaborate with multiple groups including other teams within System Planning, Transmission Control Centers, Research and Development, Operating Company Power Delivery and Generation departments, neighboring transmission systems, etc. The position will also be responsible for presenting study results to senior leadership, management, and internal and external customers for information and support. This position is best suited for an individual desiring a technical career path responsible for leading and performing power system technical studies in support of various groups within Southern Company. The group provides the ideal environment for power system engineers to pursue advanced academic degrees (e.g., masters and/or Ph.D.) due to exposure to a wide range of power system subjects, including unique emerging technologies encountered in the modern electric utility industry. The base salary range is $84,000-$120,000 depending on experience. We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com . The EEOC “Know Your Rights” Poster is available here (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) . To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review

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https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/ . Skills and Requirements Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Math focused, Computer Science, or something similar Understanding of the transmission planning process and terminologies Ability to be onsite in Birmingham 3-4 times a week Quick learner and strong communication Knowledge of power systems, electrical equipment, and power system protection and controls Experience with power system modeling and analysis tools such as PSCAD, PSS/E, MATLAB, EMTP-RV, CAPE, PowerWorld, PSLF Knowledge of transmission planning processes, electrical equipment, power system protection and control, and BPS operations Knowledge of design, control, and operation of the bulk power system Experience with computer programming (MATLAB, Visual Basic, Python, etc.) related to study automation Knowledge of industry standards (e.g., IEEE) and NERC Reliability Standards null We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.