ICF · 3 weeks ago
Distribution Planning Engineer - REMOTE
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$89K/yr - $152K/yr
5+ years expICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, focused on innovative engineering solutions for electric utilities. The Distribution Planning Engineer will be responsible for performing power system studies and interfacing with other engineers to enhance utility distribution systems' efficiency and reliability.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Participate in both internal and external client meetings
System modeling, such as steady-state load flows (CYME, Synergi, Windmil, ETAP, SKM etc.)
System reliability and resiliency planning studies
Distribution system circuit analysis for loading, voltage, reactive power, contingency, coordination, and reliability
New load and generation interconnection studies
Recommends solutions and best practices for standard and non-standard situations
Perform detailed engineering analyses following standard methodology, criteria, and principles
Actively seek out and encourage identification of new technologies and work practices to reduce operational costs and/or assist in the reduction of potential safety hazards
Qualification
Required
BS in Electrical Engineering from an ABET certified college or university
5+ years of experience in electrical engineering system studies
4+ years of experience using power flow analysis software such as CYME, Synergi, Windmil, ETAP, or other equivalent software packages
4+ years of experience with planning, studies, and operations such as hosting capacity analysis, contingency analysis, long term capital investment studies, and model validation
Prior experience working with or within electric utilities
Preferred
Ability to work successfully in a customer-focused, project-oriented environment
Experience forecasting load and generation growth
EIT or PE registration (or equivalent)
Familiarity with short circuit software including ASPEN, CAPE, or ETAP
Familiarity with distribution operation software such as ADMS, DERMS
Familiarity with distribution design and/or drafting in AutoCAD
Use of Python to automate functionality in power system modeling software
Familiarity of utility protection philosophy and short circuit studies
Experience with renewable energy generation facility design, such as solar, wind, or battery storage
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills including technical report writing
Familiarity with the various Independent System Operators (ISOs) such as PJM, MISO, CAISO, ERCOT, WECC, SERC, NYISO, NEISO, SPP
Benefits
Quality of life: Fully remote, flexible schedule, work-life balance
Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Company
ICF
ICF is a global consulting and technology services provider focused on making big things possible for our clients.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$59MKey Investors
New York State Department of TransportationU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2023-02-13Grant· $29M
2021-03-15Grant· $30M
2006-09-28IPO
Leadership Team
John Wasson
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer
James Morgan
Chief Operating Officer and EVP
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