Rajarshi Raj Roychowdhury

About Rajarshi Raj Roychowdhury

Rajarshi (Raj) Roychowdhury is a seasoned Bulk Power System Technical Leader with deep expertise in Transmission System Planning and Operations, Power System Dynamics, EMT, and overall strategy. He brings a strong track record of strategic leadership and decision-making across complex utility and market environments in North America. Raj has led and advised high-impact initiatives spanning generation interconnection strategy, NERC compliance, and ISO/RTO tariff and regulatory processes, partnering closely with utilities, RTOs/ISOs, and regulatory bodies to deliver technically sound and business-aligned outcomes. He is well known for his work on power system dynamics across the US eastern and western interconnections. He is also known for building alignment across stakeholders, mentoring high-performing teams, and translating complex technical challenges into actionable strategy. Rajarshi holds an MS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania and an MS and PhD in Electrical Engineering from The Ohio State University, specializing in power system dynamics, stability, and control. He is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Ohio, United States.Disclaimer: The views expressed on this profile are my own and do not reflect the views or opinions of any of my present or past employers.Interested in a brief conversation? Feel free to reach out at c••••••@rajarshiroychowdhury.com

Experience

1. Manager, Transmission Planning - Psco

   Xcel Energy

   Sep 2025 — Present · Denver, CO, US

   As the Manager of Transmission Planning for Xcel Energy–PSCo, I lead the planning, analysis, and strategic development of the Colorado transmission system, ensuring long-term reliability, regulatory compliance, and alignment with state and regional clean-energy objectives. I oversee a team of expert engineers responsible for system studies, stakeholder coordination, and major transmission investment decisions across Colorado and western interconnection.Comprehensive Grid Planning: Direct the creation of near, mid, and long-term transmission plans that support reliability, deliverability, economic efficiency, and resource integration across PSCo’s service territory.Regulatory & Policy Engagement: Lead the development of planning documents, technical analyses, and formal testimony before the Colorado Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), providing expert insights on transmission needs, interconnection processes, and grid modernization initiatives.Regional Collaboration: Represent PSCo in major regional planning bodies including WestConnect, WECC (Western Electricity Coordinating Council), and CCPG ensuring coordinated transmission planning and alignment with broader Western Interconnection needs.Standards & Compliance: Oversee adherence to NERC and MRO reliability standards related to transmission planning, modeling, and system performance, ensuring PSCo’s compliance and readiness for audits and reporting requirements.Cross-Functional Leadership: Partner with operations, regulatory, finance, resource planning, distribution planning, system protection, and executive leadership to shape multi-billion-dollar capital plans and corporate strategy.Team Development: Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing technical team, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaborative problem-solving.

Education

• The Ohio State University

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Power and Energy Systems

• University of Pennsylvania

  Master's degree, Electrical Engineering

  2016 — 2018