Senior Grid Modernization Engineer

Core responsibilities:

• Lead, oversee, and deliver advanced distribution system studies and assessments, including ADMS performance evaluations, FLISR and Volt/VAR Optimization reviews, Distribution Automation strategies, and DER integration studies
• Lead the development and implementation of grid modernization best practices, including ADMS/DERMS integration, DER orchestration, flexible interconnection, and relevant standards
• Support the planning, management, and execution of utility smart grid and DER enablement projects, helping clients integrate technologies such as solar, storage, EVs, demand response, and microgrids
• Provide technical advisory services to utilities on emerging Distribution System Operator (DSO) models and mentor junior engineers

This role helps utilities modernize their distribution systems and prepare for a high-DER future, contributing to building a modern, secure, and resilient grid that transforms the future of energy and makes an impact on communities and the environment.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience
• Hands-on experience with ADMS (GE Specific experience considered an asset), including configuration and troubleshooting of advanced applications like FLISR and VVO
• Robust technical knowledge of DER integration, interconnection standards, and grid modernization topics, with ability to evaluate new solutions and drive innovation
• Proven team player with strong organizational, interpersonal, problem solving and analytical skills, and strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Compensation and benefits:

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

Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe for more than half a century, providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges, focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid.