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Enercon Services, Inc. · 2 weeks ago

Distribution Planning Engineer - DER Impact Studies

Emeryville, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$100K/yr - $175K/yr

6+ years exp

Enercon Services, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Distribution Planning Engineer to lead and support DER impact studies within their electric utility distribution planning team. This role is critical for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient integration of distributed energy resources into the distribution grid.

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Responsibilities

Conduct detailed DER impact studies to assess hosting capacity, voltage regulation, thermal loading, protection coordination, and power quality

Collaborate with interconnection teams to evaluate DER applications and provide technical recommendations

Support grid modernization initiatives including non-wires alternatives, advanced inverter functionality, and DERMS integration

Perform steady-state and dynamic simulations using industry-standard tools (e.g., WindMil, CYME, Synergi)

Develop and maintain distribution system models and perform scenario analyses to support planning decisions

Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal stakeholders and regulatory filings

Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of planning processes and methodologies

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringDER integrationPower system analysis softwareRegulatory frameworksProfessional Engineer (PE) licenseHosting capacity analysisDERMS knowledgeAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsProject management skills

Required

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Typically requires 6 years of experience in electric utility distribution planning, with a focus on DER integration

Strong understanding of distribution system operations, protection, and planning principles

Proficiency in power system analysis software (e.g., WindMil, CYME, Synergi)

Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and interconnection standards (e.g., IEEE 1547, FERC, NERC)

Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills

Preferred

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Experience with hosting capacity analysis and locational value assessments preferred

Knowledge of DERMS, AMI, and ADMS systems preferred

Experience working with utilities, developers, and regulatory agencies preferred

Benefits

Enjoy full benefits for you and your dependents starting day one, no waiting period

Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and alternative schedules

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Professional Engineer (PE) license support and incentives

Company

Enercon Services, Inc.

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ENERCON is a multi-discipline engineering and environmental engineering support services firm focused on delivering safe and efficient solutions for the power, data center and industrial sectors.

Founded in 1983

Kennesaw, Georgia, USA

1001-5000 employees