Senior Power Systems Engineering Consultant - Energy Sector (Transmission Planning) (United States)

Power Systems Engineering Consultant – Energy Sector (Transmission Planning)

Leap29 are working closely with a consultancy client who are expanding our presence in the Energy sector and are seeking a Power Systems Engineering Consultant – Energy Sector (Transmission Planning) to join our U.S. Power Systems team.

This role focuses on advanced transmission and grid studies, delivering data-driven insights to support system planning, interconnection, and operational decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, hands-on modeling skills, and the ability to translate complex analyses into clear, actionable recommendations for clients.

This is an individual contributor role, well suited to professionals who enjoy deep technical work, complex system modeling, and direct engagement with clients and stakeholders.

Our client employs about 1200 permanent staff at 20 countries across North America, LATAM, Europe and Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct steady-state, dynamic, and short-circuit studies to assess system performance, renewable integration, and transmission reliability.
• Perform power flow, transient stability, voltage, and contingency analyses using industry-standard tools such as PSS®E, PSLF, PSCAD, EMTP/ATP, ETAP, SKM, or PROMOD.
• Evaluate generator and load interconnection requests, transmission reinforcements, and congestion management scenarios in alignment with applicable regional and national standards.
• Develop, document, and maintain engineering methodologies, assumptions, and models to ensure accuracy, transparency, and repeatability.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to define study scopes, objectives, and deliverables.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports and presentations summarizing findings and recommendations.
• Support the development of internal tools and analytical frameworks to improve efficiency and consistency of studies.
• Stay current with regulatory developments, system operator practices, and emerging grid technologies, including advanced inverters, energy storage integration, and grid-forming controls.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in transmission planning, system operations, or power systems consulting.
• Demonstrated expertise in steady-state and dynamic simulations, system impact studies, and grid reliability analysis.
• Strong proficiency with industry-standard power system modeling software.
• Familiarity with U.S. power markets and ISOs, including PJM, ERCOT, MISO, WECC, SPP, and CAISO.
• Working knowledge of NERC and FERC standards and U.S. transmission planning processes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly summarize complex technical analyses.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with distributed, multidisciplinary teams.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for client meetings and project workshops.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in one or more U.S. states (multi-state licensure preferred).
• Experience supporting the launch or growth of an engineering office or technical practice.
• Familiarity with international collaboration and cross-office project delivery