Associate Engineer /Consulting Engineer at Energy Strategies in Remote

About Energy Strategies Energy Strategies is an independent energy consulting firm founded in 1986. In its early years, it was focused on natural gas deregulation and increasing energy choice for consumers. More than thirty years later, Energy Strategies has grown into a firm that consistently provides tailored, technically grounded analysis and objective guidance in an increasingly complex energy market. Our clients include power producers, transmission developers, utilities, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and large energy users throughout North America.

We empower our clients to make informed decisions and capitalize on opportunities as markets, technologies, and policies evolve. Energy Strategies generates value for our clients by harnessing the expertise of our skilled, multi-disciplinary teams in the design and application of energy strategies and solutions. We can offer a team of consultants with the experience to provide unique insight on the most complex energy challenges. The wide range of energy industry knowledge of our consultants enables us to form robust project teams tailored to meet each client’s specific project objectives.

Three decades of involvement in the energy industry places us in a unique position to understand market dynamics, technological advances, regulatory changes, and policy developments. Our breadth of experience enables clients to successfully navigate the complexities of regulated and deregulated energy markets, make confident decisions, and create new opportunities as energy markets evolve.

About the Role We are seeking an Associate Engineer /Consulting Engineer to join our Market and Transmission Analysis team. This is a full-time role for an early-career engineer with strong quantitative and analytical skills who is interested in working at the intersection of transmission planning, energy markets, and grid reliability.

In this role, you will support a range of technically rigorous analyses related to transmission system performance, generator interconnection, and regional grid planning. You will work closely with senior engineers and consultants to develop data-driven insights that inform major energy infrastructure investments across North America.

Our Markets and Transmission Analysis team advises some of the region’s leading energy developers, transmission companies, and utilities, helping them navigate complex power system challenges and evolving market dynamics.

Typical project engagements include:

• Regional transmission planning studies
• Generator interconnection and development strategy analysis
• Planning and implementation of major regional and inter-regional transmission projects
• Preparation of generator interconnection applications
• Development of transmission plans, single-line diagrams, and performance assessments related to transmission expansion and grid optimization
• Short-circuit, dynamic, and transient stability analyses
• Transfer limit studies and transmission service studies

This is an opportunity to:

• Build hands-on experience in power system modeling and transmission planning
• Work alongside experienced engineers on complex interconnection and reliability studies
• Develop analytical tools and insights that support major energy infrastructure decisions
• Gain exposure to the rapidly evolving North American power grid and energy markets

Location We welcome applicants across the U.S., with a preference for candidates located in or open to relocating to Utah.

What You’ll Do

Transmission Modeling & System Analysis

• Perform bulk transmission and interconnection analyses using commercial powerflow software such as PowerWorld, PSS®E, PSLF, or TARA.
• Support regional transmission planning studies and interconnection analyses.
• Evaluate transmission system performance under scenarios involving high penetrations of renewable generation and complex transmission buildouts.
• Perform studies including powerflow, transfer limit, reliability, and system performance analyses.

Data Analysis & Study Development

• Develop technically sound study assumptions using the best available system data and market intelligence.
• Build and manage modeling datasets across power system simulation platforms.
• Develop generator interconnection powerflow models and support generator interconnection applications.
• Coordinate modeling efforts across internal teams and proprietary datasets.

Technical Communication & Client Support

• Translate technical results into clear conclusions and recommendations.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for internal teams and clients.
• Interface with clients professionally and clearly when discussing study results.

Tools & Process Improvement

• Develop analytical tools and workflows using Excel or Python.
• Contribute to internal best practices for modeling, data management, and analytical processes.

What You Bring

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• 3– 8+ years of relevant industry experience, preferably in transmission planning, power system modeling, or energy markets.
• Prior experience working at an ISO/RTO, utility, consulting firm, or energy developer is strongly preferred.
• Experience using powerflow simulation software (PowerWorld, PSS®E, PSLF, or similar).
• Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills, with proficiency in Excel and strong attention to data quality and organization.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical findings and insights effectively through reports and presentations.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within small technical teams in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience performing power flow analysis, particularly using PowerWorld or TARA.
• Familiarity with generator interconnection processes and transmission service studies.
• Knowledge of FERC-jurisdictional transmission and interconnection processes.
• Familiarity with NERC Planning Standards and transmission planning criteria.
• Experience developing analytical tools using Python or other programming languages.
• Strong interest in the evolving power grid, including renewables, energy storage, and large-scale transmission development.

Benefits & Compensation Package

At Energy Strategies, we know that the work we do is only as strong as the people behind it. That’s why we make sure our team feels supported, both in their careers and in life outside of work. When you join us, you can expect:

💰 Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and performance. Significant bonus opportunity in the shorter-term and on an annual basis.

🏦 401(k) retirement savings plan with 3% company match.

🩺 Health insurance (90% employer covered).

🧘‍♀️ Paid time off and company holidays to recharge and refresh.

📚 Professional development opportunities, including mentorship, training, and conference participation.

🌎 Exposure to high-impact projects that shape clean energy development and transmission strategy.

🤝 Collaborative, team-oriented culture with direct access to senior technical leaders.

🏔️ Flexible work environment with opportunities to engage in industry networks and client relationships.

Our Interview Process

Our process is designed to give you a clear picture of what it’s like to work at Energy Strategies while also helping us learn more about your skills and interests.

For this role, the process typically may include these steps:

1. Introductory Conversation (30 mins) – A chance to learn more about Energy Strategies and share your background.
2. Brief Questionnaire -will be sent to shortlisted candidates (estimated time commitment 15-20 minutes)
3. Hiring Manager Interview (45- 60 mins) – Deeper discussion about your skills, experiences, and what you’re looking for.
4. Case/Analytical Exercise (take-home) – A short project that gives you a feel for the type of work we do with candidates presenting to a select team at Energy Strategies.
5. Team Conversation (30-45 mins) – Meet with potential teammates to discuss our culture and day-to-day work.
6. Final Discussion (30 mins) – Wrap-up conversation to ensure mutual alignment and answer any remaining questions.