Entry Level - Distribution Planning Engineer

RPMGlobal; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative engineering firm is seeking a motivated Entry Level Distribution Planning Engineer to join their dynamic team. This fully remote position involves conducting essential electrical studies and planning for distribution systems, providing a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates to influence the power delivery sector. You will work closely with a variety of stakeholders, lead engineering tasks, and participate in industry standards. The firm offers a supportive environment where you can grow your skills and contribute to meaningful projects that make a positive impact. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to learn, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

Voluntary life insurance

401K plan

Telehealth benefits

Maternity and paternity leave

New parents benefits

Fertility and gender-affirming care

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems.
• Strong command of English with good written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducting distribution system planning studies and load forecasting.
• Interacting with stakeholders to improve electrical distribution system studies.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Power Systems

Project Management

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

EIT License

Tools

CYME

Milsoft

Synergi

Job description

Entry Level – Distribution Planning Engineer

Job Summary of Roles and Responsibilities

POWER Engineers, a member of WSP, within the Distribution Engineering Services group, is seeking a distribution planning engineer responsible for electrical studies and planning of electrical distribution systems (typically 34.5kV and below) in the power delivery/electrical utility sector. The position is fully remote, reporting to the Richmond, VA office. Responsibilities include:

• Conducting distribution system planning studies, including construction work plans, long-range plans, short-medium term plans, real and reactive power flow studies, voltage drop studies, operational and outage studies, and load forecasting.
• Interacting with various stakeholders to gather information and improve electrical distribution system studies.
• Leading and performing engineering tasks on complex projects requiring specialized knowledge.
• Exercising authority and technical leadership, with strategic, long-term implications.
• Tracking project schedules and budgets.
• Participating in industry working groups or standards (IEEE, CIGRE, IEC, ANSI).
• Presenting at industry conferences.
• Traveling as needed.
• Supporting other distribution disciplines such as Protection and Grid Modernization.

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems or relevant internship experience.
• Understanding of basic engineering practices, research, evaluation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in teams, self-motivated, proactive learner.
• Strong command of English, with good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to pass client's background screening.

Desired Education/Experience

• EIT license with the goal of obtaining PE license.
• Experience with electrical power system analysis software such as CYME, Milsoft, or Synergi.
• Over 2 years of experience in the electrical power delivery industry.
• Knowledge of utility standards and overhead/underground distribution design.
• Experience with integrating distributed generation in planning.

POWER Engineers, a member of WSP, is a global consulting firm in environmental and engineering sectors, with over 73,900 experts. We create positive impacts in power, energy, transportation, infrastructure, environmental, property, and buildings sectors. Join us to explore opportunities, connect with innovative minds, and work on challenging projects.

Our philosophy: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

We offer a competitive compensation package, including:

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Voluntary life insurance
• 401K plan
• Telehealth benefits
• Maternity and paternity leave
• New parents benefits
• Fertility and gender-affirming care

We are a fun engineering firm that values a positive work environment!

POWER is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.