Senior Distribution Planning Engineer

Electric Power Engineers • Austin, TX

7d • Remote

About The Position

We are designing the grid of the future!
As a Senior Distribution Planning Engineer you will develop and conduct distribution modeling, analysis, reports, presentations, and technical research related to various elements of the distribution system including distribution planning studies, system design studies, cost-benefit and alternatives analysis, generation interconnection applications, and distributed energy resource system impacts.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or higher in Electrical Engineering with power system emphasis. Master of Science or higher preferred
• 5+ years of experience as a power system engineer
• Strong technical skills and understanding.
• Proven team player skills with ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, particularly with respect to explaining technical matters.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks.
• Flexible with the ability to manage change and adapt to new challenges.
• Distribution modeling software experience in at least one software platform (preferably CYME or Synergi)
• Have high standards on producing quality reports and products that he/she shall own with pride.
• Strong technical/report writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform distribution planning studies including load addition studies, DER interconnection studies, voltage optimization, volt-var and smart inverter studies, contingency analyses, and N-1 studies.
• Identify expected system impacts from the interconnection of distributed energy resource technologies and determine appropriate and cost-effective mitigation measures.
• Perform technical reviews for distribution planning studies performed by other engineering staff and provide feedback and ensure high quality deliverables.
• Perform research and analysis related to distributed energy resources (DER), distribution automation, voltage optimization, electric vehicles, conservation voltage reduction, automated circuit restoration, and other emerging technologies.
• Provide on technical advisory services especially with regards to distribution engineering practices, processes, and technologies, and distributed energy resources.
• Prepare and troubleshooting of system models and technical reports.
• Communicate with clients and ensure client expectations are met and managed properly.
• Process, generate, and maintain data as required for other engineering related studies.
• Take responsibility for the timely completion of projects assigned while meeting all project quality and budget objectives.
• Capable of autonomously and independently executing on assigned tasks.
• Assists in developing tools, templates, processes, and procedures that enhance engineering study completion.
• Supervision and mentoring of entry-level personnel.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Continuous Education Benefits
• Work with industry leaders
• 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)
• Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities base on position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees