Transmission Planning Modeling Engineer

This on-site role in Dayton, Ohio focuses on leading transmission compliance activities and overseeing the development, maintenance, and validation of AES's internal Transmission Planning models, with an emphasis on regulatory adherence and risk mitigation. The position requires collaborative engagement with regulators and internal teams to explain protocols and strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead transmission compliance activities for AES utilities, including but not limited to FAC-001, FAC-002, FAC-008, MOD-32, and other applicable NERC/FERC/PJM/MISO activities.
• Manage the development, maintenance, and validation practices of internal Transmission Planning models.
• Ensure the company maintains technical compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Institute best-practice procedures for compliance and risk mitigation.
• Develop strategies and implementation plans for compliance-related matters.
• Explain and define compliance protocols and measures to collaborators and relevant authorities.
• Advise management on compliance-related matters.
• Monitor the status of various business operations to ensure regulatory conformity.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or similar.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the Electric Utility industry.
• Problem-solving abilities are essential.

Technologies

• PSSE
• TARA

Highly Desired Skills

• Proficiency in report writing, analysis, and compliance procedures.
• Detailed understanding of regulatory frameworks (NERC, FERC, PJM/MISO).
• Experience with process analysis.
• The ability to communicate complex ideas verbally and in writing.
• Proven technical knowledge and understanding of the Transmission grid.
• Proficiency with PSSE, TARA or similar software.