Guidehouse
Associate Director -T&D Technical Services
Guidehouse, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208
Associate Director -T&D Technical Services
Position overview: The Associate Director - Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Technical Services plays a key role in leading, developing, proposing, and delivering solutions related to the Transmission and Distribution energy grids. This is a senior advisory/consulting role that requires analytical, creative, and interpersonal skills to deliver effective regulatory and general strategy engagements. The Associate Director-T&D Technical Services leads significant projects and participates as part of a technical team, while also organizing tasks and schedules to deliver high-quality client-ready work. The role represents Guidehouse and our clients in multiple industry forums.
What You Will Do The Associate Director-T&D Technical Services will function as an advisory consultant and must manage substantial business analyses and client-ready deliverables. You will demonstrate poise and business maturity in client environments and lead or contribute to work across large, complex systems.
Key Responsibilities
Lead competitive intelligence and infrastructure advisory services throughout North America
Assess the impact of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and other federal/state energy policies
Serve as the principal technical solution delivery leader on projects related to electrical transmission system planning studies to determine transmission requirements, and generation additions & retirements
Understand and apply transmission planning concepts, practices, and procedures; identify appropriate Transmission Planning reliability criteria
Oversee and, at times, perform power systems analyses including transmission planning feasibility studies, System Impact Studies, and Generator Interconnection Studies
Demonstrate proficiency in Steady State, Dynamic Stability Simulation, Voltage Stability Simulation, and Short Circuit Analysis
Study thermal overloads and recommend mitigations and transmission upgrades
Oversee and develop dynamic models for conventional and inverter-based resources (IBRs) and apply them to stability/transient analyses
Mentor junior consultants in energy markets, business development, and client management
What You Will Need
Due to the nature of client engagements, applicants must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident
Bachelor’s degree in electrical or power systems engineering with 7+ years post-graduation experience in the Bulk Electric System; or Master’s degree with 5+ years; or PhD with 3+ years of management consulting experience in utilities focused on transmission planning
Post-graduation experience using tools such as PSLF, POWERWORLD Simulator, PSSE, ASPEN, TARA, CAPE, DSA Tools, PSCAD or EMTP
In-depth knowledge of transmission and distribution planning and operations
Familiarity with FERC, NERC, and state regulatory requirements
Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to travel and work onsite at Guidehouse or client locations
What Would Be Nice To Have
Proximity to a Guidehouse Office or client location
Post-graduation consulting experience in utilities
Experience with transmission and distribution planning and operations
Knowledge of resource interconnection and expansion planning practices
Familiarity with transmission development and competitive development
Working knowledge of ISO/RTO operations (e.g., CAISO)
Compensation The annual salary range for this position is $122,000.00 - $203,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors including skill sets, experience, training, security clearances, licensure, and other business needs.
What We Offer Guidehouse offers a comprehensive total rewards package with competitive compensation and a benefits program that supports a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Benefits Include
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Discretionary variable incentive bonus eligibility
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
Disability coverage (Short-Term and Long-Term)
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities, or any other basis protected by law. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.
If you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information provided will be kept confidential and used only to provide needed accommodations.
All recruitment communications will originate from guidehouse.com or guidehouse.myworkday.com. Avoid any recruitment communications from other domains. Guidehouse does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Do not share banking information with third parties. If any person or organization asks for money related to a job opportunity, report it to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline at the contact above.
Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse.
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What You Will Do The Associate Director-T&D Technical Services will function as an advisory consultant and must manage substantial business analyses and client-ready deliverables. You will demonstrate poise and business maturity in client environments and lead or contribute to work across large, complex systems.
Key Responsibilities
Lead competitive intelligence and infrastructure advisory services throughout North America
Assess the impact of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and other federal/state energy policies
Serve as the principal technical solution delivery leader on projects related to electrical transmission system planning studies to determine transmission requirements, and generation additions & retirements
Understand and apply transmission planning concepts, practices, and procedures; identify appropriate Transmission Planning reliability criteria
Oversee and, at times, perform power systems analyses including transmission planning feasibility studies, System Impact Studies, and Generator Interconnection Studies
Demonstrate proficiency in Steady State, Dynamic Stability Simulation, Voltage Stability Simulation, and Short Circuit Analysis
Study thermal overloads and recommend mitigations and transmission upgrades
Oversee and develop dynamic models for conventional and inverter-based resources (IBRs) and apply them to stability/transient analyses
Mentor junior consultants in energy markets, business development, and client management
What You Will Need
Due to the nature of client engagements, applicants must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident
Bachelor’s degree in electrical or power systems engineering with 7+ years post-graduation experience in the Bulk Electric System; or Master’s degree with 5+ years; or PhD with 3+ years of management consulting experience in utilities focused on transmission planning
Post-graduation experience using tools such as PSLF, POWERWORLD Simulator, PSSE, ASPEN, TARA, CAPE, DSA Tools, PSCAD or EMTP
In-depth knowledge of transmission and distribution planning and operations
Familiarity with FERC, NERC, and state regulatory requirements
Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to travel and work onsite at Guidehouse or client locations
What Would Be Nice To Have
Proximity to a Guidehouse Office or client location
Post-graduation consulting experience in utilities
Experience with transmission and distribution planning and operations
Knowledge of resource interconnection and expansion planning practices
Familiarity with transmission development and competitive development
Working knowledge of ISO/RTO operations (e.g., CAISO)
Compensation The annual salary range for this position is $122,000.00 - $203,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors including skill sets, experience, training, security clearances, licensure, and other business needs.
What We Offer Guidehouse offers a comprehensive total rewards package with competitive compensation and a benefits program that supports a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Benefits Include
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Discretionary variable incentive bonus eligibility
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
Disability coverage (Short-Term and Long-Term)
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities, or any other basis protected by law. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.
If you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information provided will be kept confidential and used only to provide needed accommodations.
All recruitment communications will originate from guidehouse.com or guidehouse.myworkday.com. Avoid any recruitment communications from other domains. Guidehouse does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Do not share banking information with third parties. If any person or organization asks for money related to a job opportunity, report it to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline at the contact above.
Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse.
Note: This text is retained from the original description for compliance and context; formatting is revised for clarity and readability.
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