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Transmission Planning Engineer I Jobs in Omaha, NE at Omaha Public Power District
Title: Transmission Planning Engineer I
Company: Omaha Public Power District
Location: Omaha, NE
Opportunity Profile
Transmission Planning Engineer I
Position Overview
As a Transmission Planning Engineer I at Omaha Public Power District (OPPD), you will help support the reliability, resilience, and long-term performance of OPPD's transmission system. Working within the Transmission Planning team, you will apply foundational engineering principles to build and validate system models, support routine transmission studies, and contribute to planning activities that ensure safe and reliable power delivery to OPPD's customers. This role provides a structured development path with mentorship, training, and hands-on experience in industry-standard planning tools and processes.
The Impact You'll Have
- Perform foundational transmission studies that contribute to system reliability
- Provide accurate modeling, data validation, and documentation that support higher-level analyses
- Assist with long-term transmission planning activities by compiling data and producing supporting exhibits
- Support interconnection studies by preparing base cases, running contingency screens, and organizing outputs
- Contribute to OPPD¿s compliance with NERC, FERC, and SPP planning requirements
- Strengthen team workflows by following checklists, communicating discrepancies, and participating in quality control
- Grow your technical capability and learn established planning processes through structured mentorship
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related engineering field
- Foundational understanding of power systems and transmission concepts
- Ability to manage assigned tasks with accuracy and follow established procedures
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and collaboration with peers and senior engineers
- Interest in learning modeling tools, planning standards, and regulatory requirements
- Preferred Experiences: Exposure to powerflow tools (PSSE, PowerWorld), utility coursework, or internship experience
Work Location:
Office: Work will be performed in a modern office environment amid normal conditions of dust, odors, fumes, and noises.
Work Environment:
Work will be performed in high traffic environments.
Physical Demands:
Minimal physical effort typically found in clerical work. Primarily sedentary, may occasionally lift and carry light objects. Walking and/or standing as needed and minimal.
Salary/Wage Info
Grade: S3
Minimum: $81,905
Midpoint: $102,381
Apply online at www.oppd.com on or before July 17 th .
The OPPD Difference
Our Culture & Mission
At Omaha Public Power District, everything starts with people. Our teams, our communities, and the customer owners who count on us. As the 12th largest public power utility in the U.S., we serve more than 900,000 people across 13 counties, and we take that responsibility seriously.
We lead with integrity, support one another, and do what is right because how we serve matters just as much as what we deliver. Our goal is simple: provide affordable, reliable, and environmentally responsible energy today and for generations to come.
We create power with purpose. Your work here has real impact on families, the environment, and on the future of energy. And we believe great ideas can come from anywhere.
If you want to be part of a team that takes care of the community and the people who serve it, you are in the right place. We back up our mission by taking care of our employees, too, which is why our benefits are among the most comprehensive and competitive in the region.
Ready to apply?
When you apply, be sure your resume highlights the skills and experience that will help you succeed in this role.
EOE: Protected Veterans/Disability
Recruiter: Michael Fierro – [email protected]
