<h2>Overview</h2>We are designing the grid of the future! In this role, you will support a wide range of projects for our diverse client portfolio, playing a key part in shaping the grid of the future. You’ll provide expert consulting services focused on distribution system modeling and analysis, always with a client-centered mindset. Your work will directly support clients by helping them make informed, data-driven decisions that align with the evolving energy landscape. In this role, your contributions will include, but are not limited to, development and completion of reports, presentations, technical trainings, distribution planning studies, distributed energy resource (DER) system impact analyses, short circuit and protection coordination studies, generation interconnection application review, system design studies, cost-benefit analysis, and alternatives analysis.  <h2>Responsibilities</h2>How you can make an impact:<ul> <li>Perform distribution planning studies including DER interconnection studies, load addition studies, voltage optimization, volt-var and smart inverter studies, contingency analyses, and N-1 studies.</li> <li>Identify expected system impacts from the interconnection of distributed energy resource technologies and determine appropriate cost-effective mitigation measures.</li> <li>Perform technical reviews for distribution planning studies performed by other engineering staff and provide feedback and ensure high quality deliverables.</li> <li>Perform research and analysis related to DER, distribution automation, voltage optimization, electric vehicles, conservation voltage reduction, automated circuit restoration, and other emerging technologies.</li> <li>Provide technical advisory services especially for distribution engineering practices, processes, and technologies, and distributed energy resources.</li> <li>Prepare and troubleshooting of system models and technical reports.</li> <li>Communicate with clients and ensure client expectations are met and managed properly.</li> <li>Process, generate, and maintain data as required for other engineering related studies.</li> <li>Take responsibility for the timely completion of projects assigned while meeting all project quality and budget objectives.</li> <li>Assist in developing tools, templates, processes, and procedures that enhance engineering study completion.</li></ul><h2>Qualifications</h2>Bring your passion, here's what’s needed:<ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.</li> <li>1-3+ years of experience related to distribution planning and power systems analysis for utilities (i.e., electric cooperatives, municipalities, investor-owned utilities, research lab, etc.).</li> <li>Distribution modeling software experience with at least one software platform such as CYME, Synergi Electric, ETAP, ASPEN, openDSS, etc.</li> <li>Demonstrates a strong commitment to excellence by producing high-quality reports and deliverables.</li> <li>Strong technical skills and communication skills, both written and verbal, particularly with respect to explaining technical matters as it relates to distribution systems.</li> <li>Flexible with the ability to manage change and adapt to new challenges.</li></ul> Preferred qualifications: <ul> <li>Master's degree or higher</li> <li>Programming and automating experience with Python, Java, or C++ </li></ul> Lead the change!Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through advanced energy intelligence.  For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers, (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid.   Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy. How we support you:<ul> <li>Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you.</li> <li>Generous PTO and paid holidays</li> <li>Employee ownership Program</li> <li>Work with industry leaders</li> <li>401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)</li> <li>Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities based on position.</li></ul> Location: This position is remote US or CanadaTravel:  Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less) EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster If you are interested in applying for employment with EPE and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to: applicationassistance@epeconsulting.com Third-Party Recruiting NotificationEPE does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to EPE via our career page or to any of our managers or employees will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency. EPE will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency without a previously signed third-party agreement and has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Talent Acquisition team.#LI-KM1

A leader in grid reliability and resiliency, Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe for over 50 years. EPE&rsquo;s client-centric approach delivers unmatched expertise throughout the project lifecycle, with a platform of comprehensive services and proprietary solutions spanning utility engineering, grid and resource integration, reliability and compliance, digitalization, and grid analytics, as well as innovative software partnership with its sister company ENER-I.AI, Inc. Committed to designing and developing the grid of the future, EPE&rsquo;s highly experienced team of detail-oriented consultants are passionate about helping clients address complex engineering and grid modeling challenges, bridge gaps, and gain visibility into the evolving complexities of the grid. Learn more about EPE at epeconsulting.com

Distribution Planning Engineer II

<h2>Overview</h2>We are designing the grid of the future!&nbsp;In this role, you will support a wide range of projects for our diverse client portfolio, playing a key part in shaping the grid of the future. You’ll provide expert consulting services focused on distribution system modeling and analysis, always with a client-centered mindset. Your work will directly support clients by helping them make informed, data-driven decisions that align with the evolving energy landscape.&nbsp;In this role, your contributions will include, but are not limited to, development and completion of reports, presentations, technical trainings, distribution planning studies, distributed energy resource (DER) system impact analyses, short circuit and protection coordination studies, generation interconnection application review, system design studies, cost-benefit analysis, and alternatives analysis.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Responsibilities</h2>How&nbsp;you can make an impact:<ul> <li>Perform distribution planning studies including DER interconnection studies, load addition studies, voltage optimization, volt-var and smart inverter studies, contingency analyses, and N-1 studies.</li> <li>Identify expected system impacts from the interconnection of distributed energy resource technologies and determine appropriate cost-effective mitigation measures.</li> <li>Perform technical reviews for distribution planning studies performed by other engineering staff and provide feedback and ensure high quality deliverables.</li> <li>Perform research and analysis related to DER, distribution automation, voltage optimization, electric vehicles, conservation voltage reduction, automated circuit restoration, and other emerging technologies.</li> <li>Provide technical advisory services especially for distribution engineering practices, processes, and technologies, and distributed energy resources.</li> <li>Prepare and troubleshooting of system models and technical reports.</li> <li>Communicate with clients and ensure client expectations are met and managed properly.</li> <li>Process, generate, and maintain data as required for other engineering related studies.</li> <li>Take responsibility for the timely completion of projects assigned while meeting all project quality and budget objectives.</li> <li>Assist in developing tools, templates, processes, and procedures that enhance engineering study completion.</li></ul><h2>Qualifications</h2>Bring your passion, here's what’s needed:<ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.</li> <li>1-3+ years of experience related to distribution planning and power systems analysis for utilities (i.e., electric cooperatives, municipalities, investor-owned utilities, research lab, etc.).</li> <li>Distribution modeling software experience with at least one software platform such as CYME, Synergi Electric, ETAP, ASPEN, openDSS, etc.</li> <li>Demonstrates a strong commitment to excellence by producing high-quality reports and deliverables.</li> <li>Strong technical skills and communication skills, both written and verbal, particularly with respect to explaining technical matters as it relates to distribution systems.</li> <li>Flexible with the ability to manage change and adapt to new challenges.</li></ul>&nbsp;Preferred qualifications:&nbsp;<ul> <li>Master's degree or higher</li> <li>Programming and automating experience with Python, Java, or C++ </li></ul>&nbsp;Lead the change!Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through advanced energy intelligence.&nbsp; For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers, (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid. &nbsp;&nbsp;Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy.&nbsp;How we support you:<ul> <li>Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for&nbsp;you.</li> <li>Generous PTO and paid holidays</li> <li>Employee ownership Program</li> <li>Work with industry leaders</li> <li>401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)</li> <li>Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities based on position.</li></ul>&nbsp;Location: This position is remote US or CanadaTravel:&nbsp; Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)&nbsp;EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links:&nbsp;EEOC is the Law Poster&nbsp;If you are interested in applying for employment with EPE and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to:&nbsp;applicationassistance@epeconsulting.com&nbsp;Third-Party Recruiting NotificationEPE does not accept unsolicited resumes from&nbsp;third-party recruiters. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to EPE via our career page or to any of our managers or employees will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency.&nbsp;EPE will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency&nbsp;without a previously signed third-party agreement&nbsp;and has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Talent Acquisition team.#LI-KM1&nbsp;

Distribution Planning Engineer II

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