Lead Engineer - Distribution Planning
About The Position
Collaborate on and perform distribution studies including voltage, thermal, N-1, and power factor assessments. Analyze and assess complex DER distribution system interconnections and new customer load interconnections at numerous voltage levels. Apply the established distribution criteria and uses sound utility engineering practices to identify deficiencies in the distribution system. Recommends Distribution Automation devices to the system and develop designs and recommendations compliant with program objectives. Apply the established distribution criteria for Distribution Resiliency to the system and develop designs and recommendations compliant with program objectives. Continually strive to innovate and integrate improvements to increase the precision and efficiency of Distribution Planning. Develop thorough understanding and application of Distribution Planning tools used in day-to-day basis such as GIS (ArcFM), SAP, Load Data systems, etc. Strive to seek out and develop subject matter expert skills as necessary to mentor, support and lead the team to aid in the advancement of business needs. Collaborate and interact with internal teams and industry peers on regional and divisional activities. Assist during storm restoration efforts.
Requirements
- BSEE required with additional consideration given to applicants with Advanced Degrees or Certifications (e.g. MSEE, PE, etc.).
- 7+ years of experience (Industry Related)
- Power System Studies - Knowledge & Interpretation of Study Assumptions and Results: (e.g. Comprehensive Area Studies, Power Flow, DER, Voltage, Contingency, phase imbalance, Power Factor correction, Short Circuit, reliability, resiliency, Capacity, distribution automation, etc.)
- Software Proficiency - Power System Analytics: (e.g. CYME, PSSE, ASPEN, etc.)
- Utilize knowledge to influence and guide department engineers.
- Provide technical leadership in complex projects that have a wide impact on the department.
- Mentor, develop and support team in technical skills
- Ability to collaborate across departments
- Liaison/ direct contractors on company policy, standards and best practices
- Work independently with little supervision
Responsibilities
- Collaborate on and perform distribution studies including voltage, thermal, N-1, and power factor assessments.
- Analyze and assess complex DER distribution system interconnections and new customer load interconnections at numerous voltage levels.
- Apply the established distribution criteria and uses sound utility engineering practices to identify deficiencies in the distribution system.
- Recommends Distribution Automation devices to the system and develop designs and recommendations compliant with program objectives.
- Apply the established distribution criteria for Distribution Resiliency to the system and develop designs and recommendations compliant with program objectives.
- Continually strive to innovate and integrate improvements to increase the precision and efficiency of Distribution Planning.
- Develop thorough understanding and application of Distribution Planning tools used in day-to-day basis such as GIS (ArcFM), SAP, Load Data systems, etc.
- Strive to seek out and develop subject matter expert skills as necessary to mentor, support and lead the team to aid in the advancement of business needs.
- Collaborate and interact with internal teams and industry peers on regional and divisional activities.
- Assist during storm restoration efforts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
