Planning Engineer I - V

Chugach Electric Careers

Anchorage (AK)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 150,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Chugach Electric Association in Anchorage, AK is seeking a Planning Engineer I–V to perform transmission and distribution system planning through engineering studies, forecasting, system modeling, and data analysis to support reliability and future system needs. You will develop planning standards and collaborate across divisions to deliver capital projects.

The role involves preparing near-term and long-term studies, load forecasts, and capacity assessments, ensuring compliance with codes.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering is required; FE exam preferred.
Alaska Professional Engineer registration or ability to obtain is required.
Two (2) years of electric industry experience is preferred; knowledge of transmission/ distribution planning is valuable.

Responsibilities

Review data and report trends for operating conditions, equipment status, and system demands.
Develop and maintain project scheduling; support Capital Improvement Plans and Title 21 Undergrounding Plans.
Collaborate with cross-functional divisions to improve project delivery and efficiency.
Maintain project budgets and monitor expenses with variance analysis.
Develop design standards for distribution, transmission, and substation facilities in line with utility practices.

Skills

Detail oriented

Self-motivated

Power system knowledge

Microsoft Office

Communication

Team collaboration

Software requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Alaska Professional Engineer registration or ability to obtain

Fundamentals of Engineering exam (FE) preferred

Tools

Alaska driver’s license

Job description

Summary

Job Description

This position will perform transmission and distribution system planning through engineering studies, forecasting, system modeling, and data analysis to support reliability, capacity, and future system needs. Develop planning standards, evaluate system improvements and interconnections, and ensure compliance with applicable codes and industry requirements. In addition, this position will support capital planning, project execution, budgeting, scheduling, and operational efficiency through cross-functional collaboration and technical recommendations.

Essential Functions

Review data, and report trends which measure operating conditions, equipment status, and system demands of the asset.
Develop, maintain and update project scheduling.
Participate in the development of Capital Improvement Plans and Title 21 Undergrounding Plans.
Collaborate with cross-functional divisions for project delivery and operational efficiency.
Maintain project budget including monitoring expenses and recommending adjustments based on actual costs.
Develop equipment, design, and construction standards for distribution, transmission, and substation facilities in compliance with utility design practices, planning goals, and system configuration requirements.
Prepare near-term and long-term studies to comply with state standards.
Prepare summer and winter system operating studies, capacity injection, system reliability impact, and others for compliance with industry standards.
Evaluate generation transmission, substation, and distribution assets for compliance with planning guidelines and system reliability.
Prepare load forecasts and evaluate customer growth trends to support system planning and capital investment decisions.
Identify system deficiencies, operational constraints, reliability risks, and capacity limitations and recommend corrective actions or capital improvements.
Evaluate interconnection requests and system modifications for impacts to system reliability, capacity, and operations.
Develop, maintain, and utilize system models to analyze stability, configuration, and growth.
Review transmission, substation, and distribution designs for compliance with utility design practice, planning goals, and system configuration.
Review construction drawings and specifications for planning, operating, and performance requirements.
Review system status and outage data to identify trends, patterns, and operational issues.
Support continuous improvement and operational efficiency by identifying areas of opportunity and sharing recommendations with management.
Prepare and present progress reporting, schedule updates, and forecast analyses.
Update service requirements, for compliance with all applicable codes and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Relationships

Internal

Manager, Transmission Engineering: Report to, receive direction, guidance and decisions from.
Other Departments: Confer with, give and receive information.
Vice President, Engineering: Receive direction and guidance from.

External

Bargaining Unit Representatives
State and Federal Agencies: Exchange information and develop relationships relative to assigned duties.
Contractors: Coordinate with, provide and exchange information.
Other Utilities: Coordinate with, provide and exchange information.

Competencies

Detail oriented with a high level of accuracy in utility engineer standards and attention to detail.
Proven ability to be self-motivated and work independently with minimal supervision.
Knowledge of the planning, operation, and maintenance of electric utility transmission and distribution systems.
Knowledge of power system related technologies, materials, construction techniques, and industry trends.
Ability to apply system analysis and engineering knowledge to system development and review.
Ability to communicate technical data to a variety of non-technical audiences.
Must have ability to identify sensitive or confidential information and abide by confidentiality requirements.
Proven ability to uphold ethical and professional conduct.
Demonstrated ability to organize workflow, manage multiple priorities, and effectively utilize resources.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Proven ability to uphold ethical and professional conduct.
Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams and develop effective working relationships.
Must have the ability to identify and implement software requirements relative to responsibility areas.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibility but assigns work and provides guidance to the personnel in the Engineering Division.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a standard office environment. Some travel to remote sites may be required. This position requires some overtime and travel to meetings or conferences outside of the state. Periodic field trips may be required.

Planning Engineer I

Minimum Qualifications And Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, required. Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, preferred.

Experience

Experience with an electric utility preferred. Experience working in a union environment preferred.

Training, Licensure, Certifications

Must possess a valid Alaska driver’s license and meet insurance requirements.

Planning Engineer II – V

Minimum Qualifications And Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering required. Alaska Professional Engineer registration or the ability to obtain Alaska Professional Engineer registration, required.

Experience

Two (2) years of progressively responsible electric industry experience, including in transmission, distribution, or generation system analysis or transmission, distribution, or generation planning/construction required. Experience working in a union environment preferred.

Training, Licensure, Certifications

Must possess a valid Alaska driver’s license and meet insurance requirements.

Company Description

Chugach Electric Association is a member-owned cooperative, headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Anchorage itself sits at the base of the Chugach Mountains. Chugach is pleased to provide reliable, affordable power to more than 92,000 members from Anchorage to the northern Kenai Peninsula, and from Whittier on Prince William Sound to Tyonek on the west side of Cook Inlet. We service over 113,000 locations with 3,782 miles of transmission and distribution lines. We have many services that make it easy to power homes and businesses with Chugach.

A little more about us: Chugach has been around for a long time, recently celebrating 75 years! We are a stable company, in a stable industry. And while we may have stability, we are modern, sustainable and forward-thinking to ensure that we provide reliable services for generations to come. We also pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. We have several 20, 30 and 40 + year tenured employees who continue foster an inclusive, innovative corporate environment. Find your spark!

Chugach's Corporate Vision

Responsibly developing energy to build a clean, sustainable future for Alaska.

Chugach's Corporate Mission

We provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity through superior service and sustainable practices, powering the lives of our members.

Chugach's Corporate Values

Guided by our values of safety, accountability, and sustainability, we are committed to serving our members, the community, and the Chugach team.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is a policy of Chugach Electric Association, Inc., to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, age, or any other classification protected by applicable, federal, state, or local law.

Chugach is also an affirmative action employer.

Chugach Electric does not sponsor employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application and throughout employment. Employees must be able to provide documentation to Chugach Electric to show their identity and authorization to work.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Premium & Deductible are paid for by Chugach Electric. The plan includes coverage of: