Senior Engineer, Systems Engineering

• 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 for grid-connected assets.

This role helps utilities deploy distributed energy resources to improve grid reliability, accelerate electrification, and support the transition to a more resilient and sustainable energy future.

• 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.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Salary range: $119,000 - $142,000 per year. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with company match; flexible vacation policy; paid parental leave; remote-first work environment; monthly phone and internet stipend; strong commitment to work-life balance.

Sparkfund is a utility services company that enables utilities and large energy consumers to deploy distributed energy resources through its Distributed Capacity Procurement (DCP) model, helping to unlock capacity on the grid and support the energy transition.