Distribution Planning Engineer

Job Title: Distribution Planning Engineer (Distribution System Studies & DER Integration Engineer)

Location: Somerset, NJ (primarily remote, with on-site attendance for client meetings as needed)

Employment Type: W-2 Contract | Initial 6 months, with likely extension

Pay Rate: $50.78–$63.23/hour W-2

Openings: 2

Driver’s License: Required

Position Overview

We are seeking two experienced Distribution System Studies & DER Integration Engineers to support a utility's distributed power systems group. This role focuses on distribution system analysis, hosting capacity studies, power quality, and the integration of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs).

The ideal candidate brings strong utility distribution engineering experience, advanced proficiency in CYME, and hands-on experience performing distribution system studies involving DER integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform CYME-based Hosting Capacity Analysis (HCA) and support automation of study workflows.
• Conduct distribution power flow studies and validate circuit models against field conditions.
• Perform power quality analysis using AMI, SCADA, monitoring devices, and field measurements.
• Develop and document Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 DER screening workflows using CYME and Power BI.
• Develop advanced Level 3 screening methodologies and criteria for determining when EMTP or transient analysis is necessary.
• Support Power BI dashboards for DER screening and hosting capacity workflows.
• Collaborate with utility stakeholders on DER integration, distribution operations, DERMS, and grid modernization initiatives.
• Prepare technical reports, engineering documentation, and standard operating procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, with a focus on power systems or power system engineering.
• At least 5 years of utility distribution engineering, distribution planning, or DER integration experience.
• Advanced proficiency in CYME, including relevant advanced analysis modules.
• Hands-on experience with hosting capacity analysis and distribution system modeling.
• Experience conducting distribution power system studies involving DER integration.
• Valid driver's license and ability to attend on-site client meetings as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with EMTP or other electromagnetic transient analysis tools.
• Experience developing DER screening methodologies and Level 3 study criteria.
• Familiarity with DERMS implementation and grid modernization.
• Python and SQL skills.
• Power BI dashboard development and analytics experience.

Ideal Candidate

A technically strong, analytical engineer who can independently execute distribution system studies, develop practical DER screening approaches, document methodologies, and collaborate effectively with utility planning and operations teams.

Interested candidates should apply with an updated resume highlighting their CYME expertise, hosting capacity studies, and distribution engineering experience.