$60k - $80k/year Entry Level - Distribution Planning Engineer At

POWER Engineers has an opening for a dedicated Entry Level - Distribution Planning Engineer! This is an exciting Remote opportunity with an immediate start. You'll leverage your skills in Engineering practices to succeed. We are a key player in the Energy & Utilities market. We offer a $60k - $80k per Year.

height="0" width="0" style="display:none;visibility:hidden"> Entry Level – Distribution Planning Engineer Job Summary of Roles and Responsibilities Responsibilities POWER Engineers’ Distribution Engineering Services group is currently seeking a distribution planning engineer that will be responsible for the performance of electrical studies and planning of electrical distribution systems (Typically defined as 34.5kV and below) within the power delivery/electrical utility sector including. The ideal candidate will report to the Hailey, ID office (virtually) while working in a fully remote position. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:• Will conduct distribution system planning studies, including:• Construction work plans and long-range plans• Short-Medium Term Plans• Real and Reactive Power Flow Studies• Voltage Drop Studies• Operational and Outage Studies• Load Forecasting• Interact with a wide variety of individuals to obtain the required information needed to improve performance of electrical distribution system studies• Leads and performs engineering tasks associated with a critical or analytical engineering project or a small number of complex projects that require specialized knowledge in many areas.• Exercises authority and technical leadership on assignments that are often self-initiated and self-directed. Assignments are strategic and have significant long-term implications to achievement of overall business objectives• Track project schedules and budgets• Participation in industry working groups or standards (IEEE, CIGRE, IEC, ANSI)• Participation as a presenter in industry conferences• Some travel should be expected• Ability to learn/support other distribution disciplines such as Protection and Grid ModernizationRequired Education/Experience• A BSEE degree with a focus on power systems or relevant power industry internship experience• Understanding of basic engineering practices, theories and principles for researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives and preparing and presenting recommendations• Ability to work in design teams, is self-motivated to perform assigned tasks, and take the initiative to learn new topics• Must have strong command of English language; experience and demonstrated written and oral communications skills, including the ability to present information, facilitate meetings and provide direction to others• Must be able to successfully pass client's background screening processDesired Education/Experience• EIT with the ability to obtain PE when experience requirements are met• Exposure to Electrical Power System Analysis using one of the following software packages – CYME, Milsoft, or Synergi• Two (2) + years of experience in the electrical power delivery industry• Experience with utility standards and overhead/underground distribution design• Experience with the integration of distributed generation within the planning processAt POWER Engineers, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.You’ll Work On Fun And Challenging Projects And Initiatives. You’ll Have The Chance To Make a Positive Impact On Society And The Environment. And You’ll Find The Support, Coaching And Training It Takes To Advance Your Career. That Includes Providing Competitive Compensation, Professional Development, And a Full Benefit Package• Medical/Dental/Vision• Paid Holidays• Vacation/Paid Sick Leave• Voluntary Life Insurance• 401K• Telehealth Benefit covers all providers• Maternity and Paternity Leave• New Dads and Moms Benefit program• Fertility Benefits• Gender-affirming carePOWER is a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!POWER is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.