Senior Engineer, Systems Engineering

Sparkfund

3h•$119,000 - $142,000•Remote

About The Position

Sparkfund is the deployment services company utilities rely on to take DERs from grid edge to grid core. With over a decade of experience as a utility services company, Sparkfund has pioneered a smarter approach to deploying distributed assets as part of a fast-growing grid. Through its Distributed Capacity Procurement (DCP) model, Sparkfund enables utilities to plan, deploy, and dispatch DERs at the scale and pace necessary to meet load growth demand and unlock the full value of the grid. We support program design, assessment of DER grid value, host engagement, and value chain management to ensure on-time, on-budget deployment of distributed resources with maximum grid value and lowest cost. With more than 3,500 projects deployed across 43 states and more than 300MW of energized assets constructed, Sparkfund is transforming buildings into a valuable extension of the grid for the benefit of our society. Help Build the Future of the Electric Grid The electric grid is changing faster than it has in decades. Utilities are facing increasing demand from electrification, data centers, and economic growth while also integrating new technologies such as battery storage, electric vehicles, and distributed energy resources. At Sparkfund, we're helping utilities solve these challenges through innovative programs that unlock flexible energy capacity and modernize how the grid is planned, operated, and optimized. We're looking for a Senior Engineer, Systems Engineering to help shape the technical foundation of this transformation. This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of utility operations, distributed energy resources, grid modernization, and emerging energy markets. You'll partner directly with utility engineering, planning, operations, and regulatory teams to evaluate opportunities, design integration strategies, and support the deployment of distributed energy solutions at scale. If you're excited about solving complex technical problems, influencing the future of utility infrastructure, and working on projects that have real-world impact, we'd love to talk. Sparkfund partners with utilities and large energy consumers to develop and deploy Distributed Capacity Procurement (DCP) programs—an innovative approach to meeting grid needs through distributed energy resources rather than traditional infrastructure investments alone. Our work helps utilities improve grid reliability, increase flexibility, accelerate electrification, and create value for customers while supporting the transition to a more resilient and sustainable energy future. We are a remote-first company with team members across the United States and hub offices in Denver, Minneapolis, and Washington, D.C.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in electrical engineering, power systems engineering, utility engineering, distribution planning, or distributed energy systems
Experience working with electric utilities, energy developers, engineering consulting firms, grid operators, or related organizations
Familiarity with distributed energy technologies such as battery storage, solar, EV charging, microgrids, or grid modernization technologies
Experience evaluating technical requirements, engineering tradeoffs, and system integration challenges
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
A passion for innovation, problem-solving, and improving how the grid operates

Nice To Haves

Distribution planning or interconnection engineering
Operational technology systems (DERMS, ADMS, SCADA, DMS/OMS)
Energy storage systems and grid integration
Wholesale energy markets and DER participation models
Utility communications protocols and controls architecture

Responsibilities

Serve as a key technical contributor supporting the design and implementation of distributed energy programs across multiple utility partners and markets.
Evaluate utility distribution systems and grid planning processes to identify opportunities for distributed energy deployment.
Work directly with utility engineering, planning, and operations teams to assess grid needs and integration requirements.
Support the technical design and deployment of distributed energy resources, including battery energy storage systems (BESS), EV charging infrastructure, and other emerging technologies.
Develop communications, controls, and operational technology (OT) integration strategies that enable grid-connected assets to participate in utility and market programs.
Analyze utility systems, grid constraints, hosting capacity, and operational requirements.
Support interconnection planning and distributed energy integration efforts.
Translate complex technical requirements into actionable recommendations for internal and external stakeholders.
Collaborate with Commercialization, Program Management, and Project Delivery teams to bring innovative energy solutions from concept to deployment.