Principal Consultant - Transmission Planning

Description:We are seeking an experienced Principal Consultant to provide senior technical leadership across transmission planning, interconnection, reliability, utility operations, and regulatory compliance. This role combines advanced power system engineering with project leadership, client advisory responsibilities, and the development of technical staff.As a Principal Consultant, you will lead complex, multidisciplinary engagements; guide engineering studies and deliverables; and help clients address planning, interconnection, operational, and compliance challenges. You will serve as a trusted advisor to utilities, system operators, government organizations, and other industry stakeholders while supporting the continued growth of our transmission planning practice.What you will do: Serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert in transmission planning, interconnection, reliability, and related disciplines.Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex, multidisciplinary projects.Provide technical oversight and engineering direction for power system models, studies, analyses, and project deliverables.Apply advanced engineering judgment to solve complex technical and business challenges.Advise clients and serve as a primary point of contact for key stakeholders.Lead technical reviews and quality assurance activities to produce high-quality, defensible work products.Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and communicate challenges and opportunities proactively.Mentor engineers, consultants, and technical staff.Support business development through client engagement, proposal development, scope definition, and technical strategy.Represent the company through industry committees, working groups, conferences, publications, and presentations.Advance engineering methodologies, tools, standards, and business processes while maintaining knowledge of industry requirements and emerging trends.Areas of expertise:Transmission planningReliability assessments and system performance evaluationsNERC TPL compliance studiesTransfer capability and congestion analysisLong-range transmission planningContingency analysis, corrective action development, transmission expansion, and system reinforcement studiesInterconnection and Grid IntegrationLoad, generation, and energy storage interconnection studiesLarge load and data center integrationSystem impact, deliverability, and network upgrade assessmentsUtility and ISO/RTO interconnection processesUtility Operations and ComplianceTransmission Owner and Transmission Operator (TO/TOP) supportReliability compliance initiativesOperational readiness assessmentsUtility procedures and operational practicesRegulatory and Reliability:Department of Energy initiatives and stakeholder coordinationNERC Reliability Standards, including CIP-014, TPL-001, TPL-007, PRC-019, and PRC-024FERC Order No. 881Regulatory and compliance-driven utility initiativesRegional Experience:NYISO and ISO-NEOther ISO/RTOs and utility transmission systems throughout North AmericaQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university required; advanced degree preferred.Professional Engineer (PE) license required.Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in transmission planning, interconnection, power system studies, utility operations, reliability, compliance, or related consulting services. Experience may be reduced to 12 years for exceptionally qualified candidates holding a PE license.Demonstrated experience leading technical projects and client engagements within the electric utility industry.Experience performing engineering studies for transmission systems, generation resources, energy storage facilities, and large load interconnections.Knowledge of electric utility planning, operations, reliability, and regulatory practices.Proficiency with power system analysis software such as PSS®E, PSLF, PSCAD, ASPEN, ETAP, TARA, or similar tools.Experience with programming and automation tools such as Python, C, C++, or similar languages.Strong technical writing, presentation, communication, mentoring, and engineering oversight skills.Demonstrated ability to exercise independent engineering judgment and make discretionary technical decisions.Why Join Us:At ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company, we are driven by a commitment to innovation, technical excellence, and delivering the critical infrastructure that powers and connects communities. Together with Leidos, we are building a scaled, end-to-end energy and infrastructure organization focused on modernizing the grid, improving reliability, and helping utilities and network providers meet rising demand.As an ENR top ranked firm, our team of more than 5,000 professionals brings deep technical expertise and advanced technology across electric, gas, and telecommunications infrastructure. We solve complex challenges for clients across North America and expanding markets, helping them strengthen reliability, expand capacity, and adapt to evolving infrastructure needs.We foster a culture where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are expected, and where people are empowered to challenge convention, think boldly, and make an impact. Whether you are looking to grow your expertise, lead transformative projects, or help shape the future of infrastructure, you will find opportunities to thrive here.If you are ready to outthink the status quo, tackle meaningful challenges, and build what is next, we would love to hear from you.What We Offer:Generous paid time off and benefits401(k) retirement program with company matchCareer development programsTuition reimbursementFlexible work schedule# LI - GP1QualificationsEDUCATIONBachelors or betterJob SummaryRequisition Number: PRINC006957Job Category: Electrical-ConsultingSchedule: Full-Time