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The Computer Merchant, LTD (TCM) · 4 months ago

Principal Transmission Planning Engineer

Waltham, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff

$70/hr - $90/hr

The Computer Merchant, LTD (TCM) is seeking a knowledgeable and driven Principal Transmission Planning Engineer to join their Grid Integration and Planning Team. This role involves conducting transmission analyses, managing interconnection processes, and ensuring successful project connections to the grid, directly supporting the company's growth and strategic initiatives.

Consumer ElectronicsHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyStaffing Agency

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead and perform transmission planning assessments and analyses

Support production cost modeling, economic studies, and regional market evaluations to inform strategy and identify project opportunities

Apply innovative approaches to system modeling and simulation to uncover insights and support new initiatives

Lead technical analysis for project partnerships and investment opportunities

Prepare clear documentation, reports, and executive summaries for management and investment committees

Support siting, permitting, and licensing processes, including participation in hearings as required

Represent Client at local, regional, and national levels on transmission and interconnection matters

Oversee external consultants and subject matter experts as needed

Collaborate across U.S. and U.K. functions in a project team and matrix environment

Qualification

Transmission system analysisU.S. power industry knowledgeData handlingForecastingElectric transmission componentsOffshore wind project developmentStakeholder managementComputational literacyToolProcess developmentCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field

Strong background in transmission system analysis

Proven ability to translate complex model outputs into clear business insights

In-depth knowledge of U.S. power industry standards, structures, policies, regulations, and market fundamentals

Familiarity with transmission trends and technologies, including: Onshore and offshore wind, Utility-scale renewable generation, Energy storage, Conventional generation, Emerging technologies

Track record of professional experience in projects, including business case development, option analysis, data analysis, estimating, and planning

Skilled at data handling, forecasting, and sensitivity testing

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

High computational literacy with experience managing large datasets

Fundamental understanding of electric transmission facility components, risks, and opportunities

Ability to develop tools and processes that promote best practices and knowledge sharing

Preferred

power systems focus preferred

Strong interest in offshore wind project development and execution

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Dependent care flexible spending account

401(k) plan

Voluntary life/short term disability/whole life/term life/accident and critical illness coverage

Employee assistance program

Sick leave in accordance with regulation

Company

The Computer Merchant, LTD (TCM)

The Computer Merchant, LTD®, (TCM) is a Veteran-Owned, nationally recognized Information Technology & Software Engineering staffing and services firm.

Founded in 1980

Norwell, Massachusetts, USA

501-1000 employees

http://tcml.com

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