System Planning Engineer I

The System Planning Engineer completes engineering tasks and identifies abnormal variances in the results to ensure the reliable and secure development of NYPA’s future bulk electric transmission systems; assists in both the assessment and integration of new generation sources (both Merchant as well as NYPA’s own) and new bulk electric system equipment proposals on the NYPA transmission system; reviews technical reports and solves system planning problems; and performs Transmission Planning activities to support the State’s Accelerated Renewable Energy Growth and Community Benefit Act (AREGBA) enabling the realization of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA). #LI-AE1

• The System Planning Engineer is accountable to the New York Power Authority (NYPA) for the successful execution of his/her responsibilities in furtherance of NYPA’s North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Reliability Standards Compliance program as set forth in Corporate Policies CP 10-4 and CP 2-9.
• The System Planning Engineer is responsible for performing specific tasks identified in Business Unit Policies and Procedures that support Corporate Policies CP 10-4 and CP 2-9 and compliance with NERC Reliability Standards. The System Planning Engineer is identified in NYPA’s NERC Reliability Standards Compliance.
• Responsibility Matrix established and managed pursuant to Power Supply Business Unit procedure PS-TC-01-005-R00 Compliance Responsibility (or its subsequent revisions).

Responsibilities

• Understand the operational characteristics of the NYISO Bulk Power Electric system and assist Transmission Planning Senior Staff in training lower level staff members.
• Excellent understanding of the Load Flow and Voltage analysis portions of the Power Technologies, Inc. (PTI) Power System Simulator/Electric (PSS/e) program.
• Perform basic system stability analyses using the PTI PSS/e dynamics program.
• Conduct analyses of system conditions, system disturbances and system operations in order to assess system performance with only minimal guidance from Transmission Planning senior staff.
• Independently conduct analyses to assess the electric system improvement programs of NYPA’s customers.
• Perform generator interconnection studies under the supervision of senior Transmission Planning staff.
• Conduct System Impact Studies (SIS) to conform with NYISO rules for the connection of major projects to the NYCA bulk power transmission system under the supervision ofsenior Transmission Planning staff.
• Independently review technical reports and NYISO planning studies.
• Represent the Authority on State Transmission Planning working groups and task forces to ensure NYPA interests are represented and promoted. Perform and review and inter-utility analyses.
• Prepare detailed technical reports documenting study work conducted, problems and recommendations.
• Recognize NYISO/NPCC/NERC compliance requirements and address compliance issues as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of NYPA Transmission Business Unit, NYISO, NYSRC, NPCC, and NERC planning and operation practices and reliability requirements.
• Significant knowledge of PTI/PSS/e Load Flow and Voltage programs.
• Knowledge of PTI/PSS/e Stability program.
• Significant knowledge of bulk power electric system planning and operation practices, as well as transmission system equipment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to write clear, concise technical reports and papers.
• Ability to provide detailed presentations on technical topics.
• Ability to assess Transmission Planning technical problems and provide timely and accurate solutions and recommendations.
• Capable of recognizing abnormal data variances in evaluation of technical reports and propose/suggest additional actions for correction.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize work consisting of several projects in order to meet completion schedules.
• Demonstrate flexibility in changing project requirements, priorities and assignments.

Education, Experience and Certifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering required; Masters of Science in Engineering desirable.
• Ability to pass EIT and work towards PE license.
• Minimum two (2) years in Planning or an associated field in utility industry.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time, use a keyboard and enter data, view monitors for prolonged periods of time;
• Ability to travel by auto, train, airplane to other destinations to attend meetings.