Transmission Planning Manager

As the nation’s first statewide, “transmission only” company, VELCO manages the safe, reliable, cost-effective transmission of electric power throughout Vermont and as a part of the integrated New England regional network.

Transmission planning has the potential to affect people’s lives in significant ways. The electric system in Vermont is undergoing a profound transformation, and as planners, we are in the front seat, as we work to design the grid for a renewable energy future.

As a trusted partner to the state and all the entities striving to improve environmental sustainability, our role goes beyond traditional engineering. We are a source of electric grid information for Vermonters, energy planners and policy makers.

The Transmission Planning Manager Will

Transmission Planning Management

Conduct system planning analyses, including developing and analyzing transmission system improvement scenarios to:

Department Management

Staff Management

Who You Are

A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field is required. A Master’s Degree in Engineering or Certificate in Power System Management is highly recommended. Minimum 5 years of prior, relevant experience as a Senior Transmission Planning Engineer. Prior experience in personnel management and budgeting is expected.

Knowledge/Skills

Important Considerations

VELCO's headquarters are located in Rutland, Vermont. This is a hybrid position and the expectation is that the incumbent will spend at least two days per week onsite and more as needed.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and ALL qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Starting pay will be determined at the time of offer based on the experience, education, and training of the successful candidate.

Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

VELCO is handling all aspects of talent acquisition internally and will not engage the services of third-party staffing agencies, recruiters, or headhunters. We kindly request that these entities refrain from contacting us.

Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful reference check, background check (including social media check), physical examination, drug screening.

If you need an accommodation as part of the application or interview process please send a request to careers@velco