Associate DER Interconnection & Distribution Planning Engineer

ENTRUST Solutions Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ENTRUST Solutions Group is seeking a Distribution Planning Engineer at the Associate level in Seattle, WA. You will perform interconnection and planning studies, model distribution networks, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to support client engagements.

The role requires a bachelor’s in electrical engineering, roughly 2+ years in utility distribution planning, and experience with CYME or similar tools. Travel up to 5% may be required; FE/EIT or equivalent is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering in a related field.
• ~2+ years of experience in electric utility or distribution planning.
• Experience with distribution modeling and engineering analysis tools (e.g. CYME).
• 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).

Responsibilities

• Perform DER/DG interconnection and distribution planning studies, including hosting capacity, power flow, voltage analysis, and protection coordination.
• Evaluate DER impacts and identify system constraints and mitigation strategies.
• Develop and maintain distribution system models using CYME, Synergi, or similar platforms.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to support integrated planning efforts.
• Support client-facing project work, including technical discussions and study reviews.
• Contribute to the quality and consistency of engineering deliverables across projects.
• Support knowledge sharing across the team.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

CYME

Synergi

ASPEN OneLiner

Job description

ENTRUST Solutions Group is seeking a Distribution Planning Engineer at the Associate level in Seattle, WA. You will perform interconnection and planning studies, model distribution networks, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to support client engagements.

The role requires a bachelor’s in electrical engineering, roughly 2+ years in utility distribution planning, and experience with CYME or similar tools. Travel up to 5% may be required; FE/EIT or equivalent is preferred.