Are you passionate about shaping the future of energy? Are you an experienced Transmission Planning Engineer, ready to impact work on a regional level? Well, you’re in the right place! Western Power Pool is hiring a Principal Regional Transmission Planning Engineer to join our team in Portland, OR! Pay: $115,000 – $131,000/year DOE Location: Remote in select states - must reside within the following areas: AZ, OR, WA, UT, NV, CA, WY, MT, ID, NM, CO, El Paso TX Schedule: Full-time, Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm Benefits: Employer-paid health, dental, vision, and life insurance; PTO, 11 paid holidays, company-funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), 401k with 6% match, and flexible hybrid working schedule Who We Are: Western Power Pool (WPP) is a non‑profit organization that helps keep the lights on by ensuring power utilities in the West achieve maximum benefits from coordinated operations. Our work is customer‑driven, relationship‑based, and collaborative. We’ve been serving the energy sector for over 80 years and are at the forefront of ensuring the reliability and security of the power grid while spearheading the integration of renewable energy sources. As a leader in the energy sector, we manage power generation and transmission across multiple states, facilitate competitive energy markets, and foster innovation to meet the challenges of tomorrow. Western Power Pool is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere for all employees. Who You Are: You're a skilled technical transmission planning engineer who is a thoughtful communicator and knows how to adapt your message to different audiences, whether you're leading a discussion, presenting to stakeholders, or collaborating with peers. You enjoy bringing people together, asking the right questions, and finding practical solutions to complex challenges. Naturally curious and self‑motivated, you thrive in environments that are technically advanced, require sound judgment, clear decision‑making, and a collaborative spirit. And above all, you are motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the energy space with your transmission planning expertise. Qualifications include: 5 - 7 years’ experience in utilities and electric transmission planning Understanding of power system operations, modeling, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., NERC, FERC, OATT) Proficiency with power system analysis tools (e.g., PowerWorld, PSS®E, PSLF) for conducting power flow, contingency, and stability studies Experience in, exposure to, or passion for programming languages to support data automation and pipeline development Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across teams, with stakeholders, and in projects Skilled in data analysis, problem‑solving, and decision‑making in complex, multi‑stakeholder environments Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution, with a focus on Power Systems Engineering and High Voltage Systems, required Professional Engineer (PE) license, preferred What You’ll Do: In this role, you’ll lead the development and analysis of power system models to support economic and reliability planning across the Western Power Pool region. You’ll work closely with members, stakeholders, and government agencies in sharing your expertise, guiding planning processes, and ensuring the tools and data systems meet evolving needs. Whether you're facilitating collaboration or diving into technical analysis, your work will help shape the future of transmission planning in the Western interconnection. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Conduct technical modeling and analysis of power systems under various operating conditions, including economic and reliability assessments Support projects and technical investigations, ensuring compliance with FERC, NERC, and other regulatory standards Enhance planning processes through programming and automation solutions Participate in member and stakeholder meetings, represent WPP in regional and industry forums, and deliver training presentations Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. For additional information regarding your rights as an applicant, review these links: Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Immigrant and Employee Rights Section (IER) #J-18808-Ljbffr
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