We have an opportunity for a Distribution Planning and Analysis Engineer to join our distribution planning team for our Detroit, MI. The position may be suitable
for an experienced distribution engineer transitioning to distribution planning activities. The growth potential of this position is significant for the right candidate.
The Challenge:
This role will involve the execution of studies in distribution planning, distributed energy resource (DER) interconnection impact, arc flash and coordination
Perform studies that are conducted for investor-owned utilities, municipal utilities, and electric system cooperatives
Solid distribution analysis and distribution design experience
Experience performing Python scripting, and arc flash assessments will be considered
The position will involve client facing work and include occasional business development activities including field work.
What Sets You Apart:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required
A huge PLUS - two (2) + years of relevant Distribution Planning and Analysis experience either with an electric utility or with an electric utility consulting company
Must have experience functioning in a technical role in distribution studies and QAQC of client deliverables
Ability to commute into the Detroit, MI area periodically is required, as we have upcoming work in that area
Experience with distribution design is required (overhead and underground system projects such as reconductoring, voltage conversion, distribution automation, asset replacement and new business)
Must possess strong written, interpersonal and presentation communication skills
Must be a team player and provide leadership to other team members
Must be able to work collaboratively with many different people with diverse backgrounds and geographic locations.
You Might Also Have: (but not necessary)
Experience with engineering analysis software such as WindMil, Cyme, Synergi, ETAP, SKM, or similar is a plus
Familiarity with Python scripting to develop automation within power system analysis tools is a plus.
Experience with microgrid analysis and design tools such as DER-CAM, HOMER, DIG-SILENT, MATLAB and PSCAD is a plus
Experience with developing GIS based construction work packages and GIS data improvement initiatives is a plus
EIT/PE preferred
**PLEASE NOTE: this opportunity can be remote, however, must be in the state of Michigan maybe Ohio - Toledo area, this person will travel to construction sites from time to time), DETROIT metro etc.
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