Principal Engineer – Transmission Planning

Iberdrola

. Collaborate, perform, and lead reliability- and economically-driven transmission studies, including voltage, thermal, PV, transfer limit, short circuit, and stability assessments .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRochester • New York • United StatesLead💰 $128,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in transmission planning and power system studies, including voltage, thermal, and stability assessments, while ensuring compliance with NERC and NPCC standards. Proven ability to analyze complex transmission systems and mentor teams to enhance operational efficiency.

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BSEE10+ Years Industry ExperiencePower System StudiesPower System Analytics SoftwareNERC Compliance

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Hard Skills

Transmission StudiesEngineering DesignData AnalysisModelingCalculationsPower Flow StudiesStability AssessmentsShort Circuit StudiesDocumentation InterpretationEngineering Review

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentoringCommunicationPresentation SkillsInnovative Thinking

Tools & Technologies

PSSETARAASPENEnfuzion

Industry Keywords

NERC StandardsNPCC StandardsISO ActivitiesPUC RegulationsTransmission PlanningSubstation Inspections

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate, perform, and lead reliability- and economically-driven transmission studies, including voltage, thermal, PV, transfer limit, short circuit, and stability assessments
Analyze and assess complex transmission systems across numerous voltage levels
Manipulate data, write reports, deliver summary presentations, and communicate results and recommendations
Innovate and integrate improvements to increase the precision and efficiency of transmission planning
Develop subject matter expertise to mentor and support the team and advance business needs
Collaborate with internal teams and industry peers on regional activities, including NPCC and ISO activities
Develop and apply planning criteria, guidelines, and standards, including NERC and NPCC standards
Participate in transmission and substation site inspections
Attend industry workshops, training, and user group meetings as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

BSEE required
10+ years of industry-related experience
Knowledge of planning, operations, engineering design, analytics, modeling, and calculations
Practical engineering experience in planning, operations, engineering design, and construction
Ability to document and interpret engineering documentation and review and approve engineering work done by others
Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulatory standards and requirements, including NERC, NPCC, ISO, and PUC
Knowledge of power system studies, including power flow, stability, and short circuit studies
Proficiency with power system analytics software, including PSSE, TARA, ASPEN, and Enfuzion
Understanding of business models
Applicants must comply with applicable immigration requirements to legally work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

GREAT BENEFITS
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Advanced degrees or certifications receive additional consideration
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans