Lead Engineer - Distribution Planning

Job Summary

• Collaborate on and perform distribution studies including voltage, thermal, N-1, and power factor assessments.
• Analyze and assess complex DER distribution system interconnections and new customer load interconnections at numerous voltage levels.
• Apply the established distribution criteria and uses sound utility engineering practices to identify deficiencies in the distribution system.
• Recommends Distribution Automation devices to the system and develop designs and recommendations compliant with program objectives.
• Apply the established distribution criteria for Distribution Resiliency to the system and develop designs and recommendations compliant with program objectives.
• Continually strive to innovate and integrate improvements to increase the precision and efficiency of Distribution Planning.
• Develop thorough understanding and application of Distribution Planning tools used in day-to-day basis such as GIS (ArcFM), SAP, Load Data systems, etc.
• Strive to seek out and develop subject matter expert skills as necessary to mentor, support and lead 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.

Behavioral Skills and Requirements
Leadership Competencies

• Utilize knowledge to influence and guide department engineers.
• Provide technical leadership in complex projects that have a wide impact on th department.
• Mentor, develop and support team in technical skills
• Ability to collaborate across departments
• Liaison/ direct contractors on company policy, standards and best practices
• Work independently with little supervision

Functional Job Specific Competencies
1. Power System Studies - Knowledge & Interpretation of Study Assumptions and Results: (e.g. Comprehensive Area Studies, Power Flow, DER, Voltage, Contingency, phase imbalance, Power Factor correction, Short Circuit, reliability, resiliency, Capacity, distribution automation, etc.)
2. Software Proficiency - Power System Analytics: (e.g. CYME, PSSE, ASPEN, etc.)

Education & Experience Requirements:
BSEE required with additional consideration given to applicants with Advanced Degrees or Certifications
(e.g. MSEE, PE, etc.).
7+ years of experience (Industry Related)