Senior Distribution Planning Engineer
Job Summary
The Senior Distribution Planning and Analysis Engineer will execute distribution planning, DER interconnection impact, and protection studies for various utility clients. This remote role involves conducting technical analysis and managing project needs while interacting with diverse utility stakeholders. Successful candidates will contribute to a dynamic team focused on power system modeling and strategic infrastructure development.
Responsibilities
- Execute distribution planning and DER interconnection impact studies
- Perform arc flash, coordination, and protection system analysis
- Manage client-facing tasks and business development activities
- Conduct studies for municipal and investor-owned utilities
Required Skills
- 5+ years power system modeling and planning experience
- Proficiency in CYMDist, WindMil, or Synergi
- Strong technical communication and presentation skills
- Experience with Python scripting
Job Details
Responsibilities:
- Execution of distribution planning, distributed energy resource (DER) interconnection impact, arc flash and coordination studies.
- Perform distribution protection and self-healing systems analysis as project and client needs dictate.
- Conduct studies for Municipal Utilities, Investor-Owned Utilities, and electric system cooperatives.
- Engage in client-facing work and business development activities.
Background Requirements:
- Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or related engineering degree.
- 5+ years of experience in wide-area power system modelling, analysis, and planning, including Power Flow, Short Circuit, Protection and Coordination, Arc Flash, Volt/VAR, and Time Series studies.
- Experience functioning in a technical role in distribution studies and capability to conduct studies under the direction of a technical supervisor.
- Proficient with power system modeling and analysis tools including CYME's CYMDist, Milsoft's WindMil, and/or DNV GL's Synergi.
- Experience with Python scripting is a plus.
- Strong communication skills, including listening, writing, and presentation skills.
- Must be a team player, able to work collaboratively with diverse backgrounds and geographic locations.
- Active P.E. license is preferred but not required.
- Must be a US Citizen.