DER Impact & Planning Engineer - Grid Modernization

ENERCON; Kennesaw (GA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

ENERCON Services, Inc. seeks a Distribution Planning Engineer to lead DER impact studies and support planning for a safe, reliable distribution grid. You will analyze hosting capacity, voltage, and protection while coordinating with interconnection teams and regulators.

You will model distribution systems using WindMil, CYME, and Synergi and mentor junior engineers, contributing to process improvements and grid modernization initiatives within a dynamic utility environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Typically requires 6 years of experience in electric utility distribution planning, with a focus on DER integration.
• Strong understanding of distribution system operations, protection, and planning principles.
• Proficiency in power system analysis software (WindMil, CYME, Synergi).
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and interconnection standards (IEEE 1547, FERC, NERC).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Experience with hosting capacity analysis and locational value assessments preferred.
• Knowledge of DERMS, AMI, and ADMS systems preferred.
• Experience working with utilities, developers, and regulatory agencies preferred.

Responsibilities

• DER Analysis & Impact Studies: Conduct detailed DER impact studies to assess hosting capacity, voltage regulation, thermal loading, protection coordination, and power quality. Collaborate with interconnection teams to evaluate DER applications and provide technical recommendations.
• Modeling & Simulation: Perform steady-state and dynamic simulations using industry-standard tools. Develop and maintain distribution system models and perform scenario analyses to support planning decisions.
• Communication & Documentation: Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal stakeholders and regulatory filings.
• Mentorship & Process Improvement: Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of planning processes and methodologies.

Skills

DER integration

Power system analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

WindMil

CYME

Synergi

Job description

ENERCON Services, Inc. seeks a Distribution Planning Engineer to lead DER impact studies and support planning for a safe, reliable distribution grid. You will analyze hosting capacity, voltage, and protection while coordinating with interconnection teams and regulators.

You will model distribution systems using WindMil, CYME, and Synergi and mentor junior engineers, contributing to process improvements and grid modernization initiatives within a dynamic utility environment.