Distribution Planning Engineer — Grid Reliability & Innovation

Avangrid; Town of Vestal (NY); On-site; USD 101,400 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Great benefits

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Distribution Planning Engineer to collaborate on distribution studies and analyses. The ideal candidate will work on complex distribution system interconnections and develop innovative solutions for efficiency. Candidates should have a BSEE, with 2-15 years of experience preferred, and proficiency in software tools like GIS and Power System Analytics. This is an in-office position located in Rochester NY and Binghamton NY, offering competitive benefits and a salary range of $101,400 to $160,000 with a bonus for sign-on and relocation.

Qualifications

• BSEE degree required; advanced degrees preferred.
• 2-15 years of professional experience in the industry.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on and perform distribution studies.
• Analyze complex DER distribution system interconnections.
• Recommend Distribution Automation devices and develop designs.
• Work with internal teams on regional/divisional activities.
• Assist during storm restoration efforts.

Skills

Power System Studies Knowledge

Software Proficiency in Power System Analytics

Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

BSEE

MSEE or PE (considered)

Tools

GIS (ArcFM)

SAP

CYME

PSSE

ASPEN

Job description

A leading energy company is seeking a Distribution Planning Engineer to collaborate on distribution studies and analyses. The ideal candidate will work on complex distribution system interconnections and develop innovative solutions for efficiency. Candidates should have a BSEE, with 2-15 years of experience preferred, and proficiency in software tools like GIS and Power System Analytics. This is an in-office position located in Rochester NY and Binghamton NY, offering competitive benefits and a salary range of $101,400 to $160,000 with a bonus for sign-on and relocation.