Supervising Engineer - Transmission Planning
AMS Ameren Services
Apply to this jobAbout Ameren Transmission
Ameren Transmission is dedicated to planning, constructing and safely operating over 8,000 transmission miles across a variety of energy markets. We explore opportunities and develop projects that will enhance reliability, improve system performance and increase access to more diverse generation sources for customers across the country.
Our benefits include:
Medical coverage on date of hire
100% employer paid cash balance pension plan
401(k) with company match fully vested on date of hire
Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays
Paid parental leave and family caregiver leave
Visit our Benefits & Perks Page for more information on benefits provided to regular full-time employees.
About The Position
The Supervising Engineer is responsible for the immediate supervision, training and evaluation of personnel, completion of planning studies, and documentation of job descriptions related to the optimum development of the Ameren transmission system. Additional duties include providing technical design leadership, managing workload of internal and consultant staff, justifying and hiring of new employees, compliance with NERC Standards and representing Ameren’s interests to shape policy development in the MISO, NERC, and SERC arenas; and overseeing transmission planning duties in support of other departments or areas.
Key responsibilities include:
Provides technical leadership for those performing power-flow, short-circuit, stability, reliability, economic and facility addition studies of the Ameren transmission system and interconnected transmission systems in order to determine the optimum size, configuration, and timing of new transmission facilities or upgrades to existing facilities.
Keep abreast of state-of-the-art developments and improvements, and contribute to the personal and professional development needs of the engineers in the group.
Builds effective teams; fostering engagement, innovation, and accountability in their work.
Plan, schedule, prioritize and coordinate activities to assure that assignments are completed relative to schedules and costs.
Represent the company and provide expert testimony as required.
Ensure NERC standard compliance. Represent Ameren in NERC audits and on industry committees as necessary.
Provides the leadership for the development of the Principles of Excellence for Transmission Planning including all relevant compliance paperwork.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from an accredited university required. Electrical Engineering preferred. Master's degree preferred.
Seven or more years of Electric Utility experience required. Five years of Transmission Planning experience preferred. Familiarity with the Ameren transmission system preferred. Familiarity with NERC 693 Reliability and CIP standards preferred.
In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate:
Good leadership, management, analytical, communication, and human relations skills required. Flexibility required. Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Compensation Range:
$131,900.00 - $204,400.00At Ameren, base salary is one component of a competitive compensation package for employees. Our pay ranges are broad to allow for movement within our organization and to accommodate different skill sets and levels of expertise. We take into consideration a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, and internal equity when determining the base salary offered. Roles are eligible for additional rewards including annual incentive payments based on individual and company performance.
If end date is listed, the posting will come down at 12:00 am on that date:
Monday August 24, 2026All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.
Summary
Supervise transmission planning, lead technical studies, ensure NERC compliance, manage teams, and shape policy.
Job title
Supervising Engineer - Transmission Planning
Experience level
7+ years
Minimum experience
7+ years exp
Industry
utilities
Location requirements
St. Louis, MO, on-site work only
Salary
$132k–$204k
Visa sponsorship
H-1B sponsor history
Management role
Yes
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
St. Louis, MO, USA