Job Information
Actalent Lead Planning Engineer in New Albany, Ohio
Job Title: Lead Planning EngineerJob Description
Actalent connects passion with purpose. We support critical engineering and sciences initiatives that advance how companies serve the world. With almost 40 years of experience, our scalable talent solutions and engineering and sciences services provide the expertise our customers need to achieve more. The position falls within the Transmission Department of the organization. The Planning Engineer will be working with higher-level engineers and the customer planning team to run analysis on the grid system. They will collaborate with the customer to get all their studies approved and team up with an engineer at the customer to sign off on their work. They will conduct load flow studies, voltage drops, and inter-connectabilities.
Responsibilities
Conduct feasibility studies
Identify possible points of interconnection (i.e: 765, 500, 345, 138, and 69 kV stations)
Conduct initial load flow analysis using PSSE 32 to determine if system upgrades will be needed (i.e: line re-conductoring, sag studies, and transformer upgrades) and conduct analysis
Conduct initial short circuit analysis using CAPE one-liner to determine if any circuit breakers are over duty and perform analysis independently
Complete submittal forms and generate reports/estimates for each possible connection option
Utilize PSSE MUST to conduct studies
Essential Skills
Four years or more of experience with transmission planning
Four years or more of experience with load flow and power flow concepts
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar degree from an accredited institution
EIT Certification required
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar degree from an accredited institution will count toward years of experience
PE Preferred but not required
Work Environment
The work environment involves working within the Transmission Department, collaborating with higher-level engineers and customer planning teams. The role includes conducting various electrical studies using tools like PSSE 32 and CAPE one-liner. The position may involve working both independently and as part of a team to complete studies and analyses. Professional attire is expected in this collaborative and technical work setting.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $67.31 - $67.31/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 7, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.