Distribution Planning Engineer

ICF•Atlanta, GA

19h•Remote

About The Position

This individual will be responsible for interfacing with other engineers in the preparation of computer-based models and performing power system studies on utility distribution systems and industrial/commercial electrical power systems including long/short range planning studies, short circuit, load flow, motor starting, power factor correction, Distributed Energy Resources (DER) impact, load impact and other related studies. This person must be able to self-manage, with a strong conceptualization ability and strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills – including the capability to explain complex technical issues to decision-makers and project teams. Daily/weekly responsibilities can include but are not limited to: Participate in both internal and external client meetings. System modeling, such as steady-state load flows (CYME, Synergi, Windmil, ETAP, SKM etc.) System reliability and resiliency planning studies Distribution system circuit analysis for loading, voltage, reactive power, contingency, coordination, and reliability New load and generation interconnection studies Recommends solutions and best practices for standard and non-standard situations Perform detailed engineering analyses following standard methodology, criteria, and principles Actively seek out and encourage identification of new technologies and work practices to reduce operational costs and/or assist in the reduction of potential safety hazards

Requirements

BS in Electrical Engineering from an ABET certified college or University.
2+ year of experience in distribution planning, operations, and electrical engineering system studies such as hosting capacity analysis, contingency analysis, long term capital investment studies, and model validation.
Experience using power flow analysis software such as CYME, Synergi, Windmil, ETAP, or other equivalent software packages.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with or within electric utilities
5+ years of experience in distribution planning, operations, and electrical engineering system studies such as hosting capacity analysis, contingency analysis, long term capital investment studies, and model validation.
Ability to work successfully in a customer-focused, project-oriented environment
Experience forecasting load and generation growth
Familiarity with short circuit software including ASPEN, CAPE, or ETAP
Familiarity with distribution operation software such as ADMS, DERMS
Familiarity with distribution design and/or drafting in AutoCAD
Use of Python to automate functionality in power system modeling software
Familiarity of utility protection philosophy and short circuit studies
Experience with renewable energy generation facility design, such as solar, wind, or battery storage
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills including technical report writing
Familiarity with the various Independent System Operators (ISOs) such as PJM, MISO, CAISO, ERCOT, WECC, SERC, NYISO, NEISO, SPP

Responsibilities

Participate in both internal and external client meetings.
System modeling, such as steady-state load flows (CYME, Synergi, Windmil, ETAP, SKM etc.)
System reliability and resiliency planning studies
Distribution system circuit analysis for loading, voltage, reactive power, contingency, coordination, and reliability
New load and generation interconnection studies
Recommends solutions and best practices for standard and non-standard situations
Perform detailed engineering analyses following standard methodology, criteria, and principles
Actively seek out and encourage identification of new technologies and work practices to reduce operational costs and/or assist in the reduction of potential safety hazards