Senior Distribution Planning Engineer

Core 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.

This role contributes to building a modern, secure, and resilient electrical grid focused on renewable energy, helping transform the future of energy and making an impact on communities and the environment.

Required qualifications:

• 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.
• Distribution modeling software experience in at least one software platform (preferably CYME or Synergi).
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, particularly with respect to explaining technical matters.

Compensation and 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.
• 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1).
• Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities based on position.

Electric Power Engineers (EPE) partners with power and energy clients globally, providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges, with a focus on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid through renewable energy.