Transmission Planning Engineer

At Associated Electric Cooperative, we're committed to providing reliable energy to the communities we serve with passion and precision. We're a tight-knit team dedicated to keeping the lights on and the energy flowing smoothly across our expansive network. From technical to operational to professional disciplines, our team brings a wide variety of skills, talents, and expertise to the table. We believe in both dedicating ourselves to excellence and investing in your growth.

• Conduct load flow, short circuit, and stability studies to evaluate transmission system performance and identify solutions.
• Build and maintain transmission system models through regional model‑building groups and in‑house automation tools.
• Maintain accurate transmission planning databases by updating, validating, and communicating equipment data.
• Prepare clear technical reports, compliance documents, study summaries, and meeting notes.
• Collaborate with G&T partners, internal teams, and external organizations to support coordinated transmission planning.
• Contribute to transmission planning processes that support reliability, compliance, and long‑term system needs.

• Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Typically 0 to 3 years of power industry experience for entry‑level placement.
• Basic understanding of transmission planning, reliability standards, substation design, transmission line design, and protective relaying.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Acute attention to detail and the ability to review technical information for accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a professional office environment with occasional travel for meetings or cooperative‑related work.
• Preferred:
  Power systems emphasis within an electrical engineering degree.
• Preferred:
  Engineer in Training certification.
• Preferred:
  Experience or coursework related to power system analysis, transmission planning, or reliability standards.
• Preferred:
  Python experience.
• Preferred: AI experience.
• Preferred: EMT analysis.

• Competitive total compensation package reflecting experience and contributions.
• Robust 401(k) program with generous employer match.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Premier healthcare plan covering medical, dental, and vision for employees and families from the first day of employment.

AECI is a fully committed equal opportunity employer. We offer accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Our organization is an inclusive, member‑owned, not‑for‑profit electric cooperative dedicated to generating reliable, affordable, and responsible power.