Job Requisition ID: R-08835
Location: Portland, OR / Augusta, ME
Salary Range: The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from: $94,280 - $104,756
Sign On Bonus + Relocation + Awesome Benefits
Work Type: Office
Job Summary
Solve complex and unique Distribution Planning and Reliability issues, studies to include but not limited to, thermal loading, distribution automation, N-1 analysis, large scale customer load additions and complex DER interconnections; develops scoping documents for complex distribution system improvement projects and proposes solutions for identified distribution issues, including recommendations for new distribution substations and upgrade/replacement of existing distribution substation transformers and equipment.
Develop alternative methods or design concepts to resolve unique problems or to improve processes/services including Non-Wires Alternatives (NWAs).
Apply the established distribution criteria and uses sound utility engineering practices to identify deficiencies in the distribution system.
Develop thorough understanding and application of Distribution Planning tools used in day-to-day basis such as CYME, GIS, SAP, Load Data systems, etc.
Continually strive to innovate and integrate improvements to increase the precision and efficiency of distribution planning.
Strive to seek out and develop subject matter expert skills as necessary to mentor and support the team to aid in the advancement of business needs.
Collaborate and interact with internal teams and industry peers on regional and divisional activities.
Behavioral Skills and Requirements
- Develop self & others
- Empower to grow
- Collaborate and share
- Be a role model
- Focus to achieve results
- Be agile
Technical Skills and Requirements
The following skills and associated competency levels are desired of those candidates seeking a position in Distribution Planning. However, offsetting industry and other relevant technical skills will be considered for candidates without previous experience in these Distribution Planning activities (e.g. T&D Engineering, P&C, etc.).
- Theoretical Engineering knowledge: Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Analytics, Modeling & Calculation (e.g. sym. Components, per unit, etc.), Understanding the Business Model
- Practical Engineering Experience/Application: Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Construction, (e.g. field experience, standardization, perform economic analyses of engineering alternatives, develop business case and defend in front of stakeholders)
- Engineering documentation: Ability to adequately document and interpret engineering documentation, review and approve engineering work done by others
- Knowledge of Regulatory and Compliance Environment: Local, State and Federal Regulatory Standards and Requirements (NERC, NPCC, ISO, PUC, etc.)
- Good Interpersonal and Communication Skills
Functional Job Specific Competencies
Power System Studies - Knowledge & Interpretation of Study Assumptions and Results: (e.g. Comprehensive Area Studies, Power Flow, DER, Voltage, Contingency, phase imbalance, Power Factor correction, Short Circuit, reliability, resiliency, Capacity, distribution automation, etc.)
Software Proficiency - Power System Analytics: (e.g. CYME, PSSE, ASPEN, etc.)
Education & Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology; Master’s Degree preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of technical experience (Industry Related)