Consultant – Distribution Planning Engineer – DER/DG Interconnection & Grid-Mod
$100,000–$100,000 year
RemoteUnited States
Job Summary
Conduct DER/DG interconnection and distribution planning studies, including hosting capacity, power flow, voltage analysis, and protection coordination. Evaluate DER impacts and identify system constraints while developing distribution system models using tools like CYME or Synergi. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to support integrated planning efforts and contribute to the quality of engineering deliverables across projects. Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge sharing. Perform client-facing project work, including technical discussions and study reviews. Requires 5+ years in electric utility or distribution planning, ability to travel up to 5%, and FE/EIT licensure. Salary ranges from $100,000 to $130,000 annually.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- ~5+ years of experience in electric utility or distribution planning
- Experience with distribution modeling and engineering analysis tools (e.g. CYME, Synergi, or ASPEN, WindMil, etc.)
- Experience supporting DER/DG interconnection or planning studies (feasibility, system impact, or similar)
- Ability to travel up to 5% as required to support clients and projects
- FE/EIT (or ability to obtain)
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
- Experience with larger or more complex DER studies (e.g. cluster/group studies, 8760 simulations, etc.)
- Familiarity with hosting capacity analysis, grid modernization, or non-wires alternatives (NWA)
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Experience managing or supporting project execution, including scope, schedule, and coordination across teams
- Experience interfacing directly with clients, including presenting study results or participating in technical discussions
- Understanding of project financials, budgets, or resource planning
- Knowledge of protective device coordination settings files or arc flash analysis
- Experience with data analysis or scripting
- Exposure to LoadSEER, forecasting, or long-term planning studies
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