Senior Engineer

Description:

Provide Power Distribution Planning to transform electrical system into a smart grid supporting various grid modernization efforts. Analyzes and assesses complex Distributed Energy Resources (DER) distribution system interconnections and new customer load interconnections at numerous voltage levels including Electric Vehicle (EV) loads. Analyzes and performs Non-Wires Alternatives (NWA) for system issues including battery storage. Assists in the development of DER Hosting Capacity Maps. Performs analysis related to Distribution Automation and Volt/VAR optimization. Apply the established distribution criteria for Distribution Resiliency to the system and develop designs and recommendations compliant with program objectives. Collaborate on and perform distribution studies including voltage, thermal, N-1, and power factor assessments. Apply the established distribution criteria and uses sound utility engineering practices to identify deficiencies in the distribution system. Develop thorough understanding and application of Distribution Planning tools used in day-to-day basis such as GIS (SMWeb, SmartMap), SAP, and Load Data systems. Promote innovations and integrate improvements to increase the precision and efficiency of distribution planning. Seek out and develop subject matter expert skills as necessary to mentor and support the team to aid in the advancement of business needs. Collaborate and interact with internal teams and industry peers on regional and divisional activities. Assist during storm restoration efforts.

related work experience in power distribution planning.

Of the required experience, must have 5 years of experience in each of the following:
 

• Power distribution modeling and calculation, including capacity, contingency, and reliability analysis;
• Analyzing and assessing Distributed Energy Resources (DER) distribution system interconnections;
• Analyzing Non-Wires Alternatives (NWA) for system issues including battery storage;
• Distribution Automation and Volt/VAR Optimization (VVO) analysis;
• Performing power distribution studies including voltage, thermal, N-1, and power factor

assessments;

• Performing power system studies, including distributed generation (DG), reliability, short-circuit

calculations, and power quality analysis; and

• Utilizing at least one of the following power system analysis software: CYME, PSSE, or ASPEN.