Consultant – Distribution Planning Engineer – DER/DG Interconnection & Grid-Mod

ENTRUST Solutions Group•Marlborough, MA

4d•$100,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

In this role, you’ll help shape how distributed energy resources (DER)/distributed generation (DG) – including solar, energy storage, wind, and emerging technologies – are integrated into the utility distribution system. You’ll work on meaningful studies, collaborate across disciplines, and play a key role in advancing grid modernization efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
~5+ years of experience in electric utility or distribution planning.
Experience with distribution modeling and engineering analysis tools (e.g. CYME, Synergi, or ASPEN, WindMil, etc.).
Experience supporting DER/DG interconnection or planning studies (feasibility, system impact, or similar).
Ability to travel up to 5% as required to support clients and projects.
FE/EIT (or ability to obtain).

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
Experience with larger or more complex DER studies (e.g. cluster/group studies, 8760 simulations, etc.).
Familiarity with hosting capacity analysis, grid modernization, or non-wires alternatives (NWA).
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience managing or supporting project execution, including scope, schedule, and coordination across teams.
Experience interfacing directly with clients, including presenting study results or participating in technical discussions.
Understanding of project financials, budgets, or resource planning.
Knowledge of protective device coordination settings files or arc flash analysis.
Experience with data analysis or scripting.
Exposure to LoadSEER, forecasting, or long-term planning studies.

Responsibilities

Perform DER/DG interconnection and distribution planning studies, including hosting capacity, power flow, voltage analysis, and protection coordination.
Evaluate DER impacts (solar, battery storage, EVs) and identify system constraints and mitigation strategies.
Develop and maintain distribution system models using tools such as CYME, Synergi, or similar platforms.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams (transmission, substation, distribution design, automation, etc.) to support integrated planning efforts.
Support client-facing project work, including technical discussions and study reviews.
Contribute to the quality and consistency of engineering deliverables across projects.
Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge sharing across the team.

Benefits

company sponsored medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plan with company match.
tuition reimbursement, voluntary life, disability, critical illness, accident and hospitalization plans.
HSA or FSA medical accounts and FSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts are also available.
Full time employees are eligible to earn PTO hours.
May be eligible for discretionary bonus as determined by the company.
Generous paid time off and benefits
401(k) retirement program with a company match
Career development programs
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible work schedule