Distribution Planning Engineer III — Hybrid Role

Duquesne-Light-Company-3; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Duquesne Light Company is seeking an Engineer III - Distribution Planning in Pittsburgh, hybrid at Woods Run Complex. The role focuses on planning for distribution facilities, performing system modeling, load flow studies, and developing technical analyses to ensure safe, reliable operation of the electric grid.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET preferred) and 3+ years of relevant experience, with a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related discipline required.
• Three (3+) or more years of relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• ABET Accredited degree preferred.
• Advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs planning for projects of moderate complexity in distribution facilities.
• Performs system modeling, load flow, protective device coordination, and technical studies.
• Develops technical reports with conclusions and recommendations.
• Collaborates with engineers and vendors to obtain necessary data and costs.
• Develops/refines planned work through capital project planning processes.
• Supports distribution network analysis and grid technology teams.

Skills

Power system modeling

Python coding

Technical writing

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

ABET Accredited degree

Tools

CYME

PSS/E

PSLF

PSCAD

EMTP

Excel

Job description

Duquesne Light Company is seeking an Engineer III - Distribution Planning in Pittsburgh, hybrid at Woods Run Complex. The role focuses on planning for distribution facilities, performing system modeling, load flow studies, and developing technical analyses to ensure safe, reliable operation of the electric grid.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET preferred) and 3+ years of relevant experience, with a valid driver’s license.