Associate Engineer - Distribution Planning

NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP; Gates Center (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Performance bonus

401(k) match

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP is seeking an Associate Engineer - Distribution Planning for Rochester, NY. You will perform distribution studies, including voltage, thermal, N-1, and power factor analyses, while collaborating with teams on Grid Automation and Battery Storage initiatives to deliver practical, non-traditional solutions.

You will analyze DER interconnections, apply distribution criteria, and use GIS mapping, power flow, and protection analysis tools to identify deficiencies and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with power systems focus or equivalent preferred.
• 0–2 years of related experience in distribution planning or a similar field.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards (NERC, NPCC, ISO, PUC) and associated compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform distribution studies (voltage, thermal, N‑1, power factor, short circuit, and protection analysis).
• Collaborate with internal teams on Grid Automation, Battery Storage, and non‑wires solutions.
• Evaluate DER interconnections and customer load connections across multiple voltage levels using GIS, power flow, and protection tools.
• Assist during storm restoration and support planning initiatives.

Skills

Power system studies

Power system software

Regulatory standards

Protection analysis

GIS mapping

Education

BSEE with power system concentration

Tools

CYME

PSSE

ASPEN

GIS

Job description

Associate Engineer - Distribution Planning. Reports to: Manager - Distribution Planning. Location: In Office, Rochester NY. The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from: $72,400 - $90,500.

What We Offer

• Competitive benefits and growth opportunities
• Generous performance‑based bonuses 12%
• 401(k) match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development and clear career‑advancement pathways

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Job Summary

Collaborate on and perform distribution studies including voltage, thermal, N-1, and power factor assessments, short circuit, and flicker. Collaborate and interact with internal teams on Non-Wires Alternative (Battery Storage) and Smart Grids Innovation on Grid Automation to develop non-traditional solutions. Analyze and assess complex Distribution Energy Resources (PV’s & Battery Storage) distribution system interconnections and new customer load interconnections at numerous voltage levels. Apply established distribution criteria and use sound utility engineering practices to identify deficiencies in the distribution system. Recommend Distribution Automation devices to the system and develop designs and recommendations compliant with program objectives. Develop thorough understanding and application of Distribution Planning tools used in day-to-day basis such as GIS mapping of distribution circuits, power flow, and protection analysis tools. Continually strive to innovate and integrate improvements to increase the precision and efficiency of distribution planning. Strive to 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.

Behavioral Skills and Requirements

Behavioral Competencies

• Develop self & others
• Empower to grow
• Collaborate and share
• Be a role model
• Focus to achieve results
• Be agile

Skills and Requirements

The following skills and associated competency levels are desired of those candidates seeking a position in Distribution Planning. However, offsetting industry and other relevant technical skills will be considered for candidates without previous experience in these Distribution Planning activities (e.g. T&D Engineering, P&C, etc.).

Technical Skills/Competencies

• Theoretical Engineering knowledge: Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Analytics, Modeling & Calculation (e.g. sym. Components, per unit, etc.), Understanding the Business Model
• Practical Engineering Experience/Application: Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Construction, (e.g. field experience, standardization, develop business case and defend in front of stakeholders)
• Engineering documentation: Ability to adequately document and interpret engineering documentation, review and approve engineering work done by others
• Knowledge of Regulatory and Compliance Environment: Local, State and Federal Regulatory Standards and Requirements (NERC, NPCC, ISO, PUC, etc.)

Functional Job Specific Competencies

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

Education & Experience Requirements

BSEE required with power system concentration preferred 0-2 years of experience (Industry Related) #LI-Onsite #LI-VF1

Company

NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP

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Job Posting End Date

Job Posting End Date: November-28-2026

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