Associate Transmission Planning Engineer

The AES Corporation

Associate Transmission Planning Engineer at AES Corporation assisting studies for operational reliability and security of transmission systems. Collaborate with utilities and support NERC compliance and regulatory audits.

Posted 4/15/2026full-timeIndianapolis • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist studies in connection with the transmission system to ensure reliability, adequacy, and security
Analyze power flow, dynamic-stability, transient-stability, and voltage-stability
Assist with annual NERC TPL-001 Transmission System Planning Performance Assessment
Document the assessment required by NERC EOP-005 System Restoration from Blackstart Resources
Assist with NERC CIP-014 Physical Security assessment
Perform NERC FAC-002 qualified changes and material modification impact studies
Evaluate the optimization of the Transmission System and proposed Transmission plans
Participate in MISO's Transmission Planning process and stakeholder meetings
Collaborate with Indiana’s utilities to establish a cost-effective forecasted Transmission Plan
Prepare for and defend against regulatory audits
Provide assistance during emergencies and system restoration

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or similar
Passing Grade on Fundamentals of Engineering
Proficiency in report writing, analysis, and compliance procedures
Detailed understanding of regulatory frameworks (NERC, FERC, PJM/MISO)
Proven technical knowledge and understanding of Transmission grid
Proficiency with PSSE, TARA, DSA Tools, or similar software
Proficiency with ASPEN, CAPE, or similar software
Proficiency with PSCAD or similar software

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Professional development opportunities
Paid time off
Flexible working arrangements
401(k) matching

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Hard Skills & Tools

power flow analysisdynamic-stability analysistransient-stability analysisvoltage-stability analysisNERC TPL-001NERC EOP-005NERC CIP-014NERC FAC-002Transmission System optimizationregulatory compliance

Soft Skills

report writinganalysiscollaborationcommunicationstakeholder engagementproblem-solvingorganizational skillsdefense against auditsemergency responseplanning

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineeringBachelor's degree in electrical engineeringFundamentals of Engineering