Principal Distribution Engineer (Texas P.E. Required)

Overview

We are designing the Grid of the future

We are innovators by nature, for over 50 years, Electric Power Engineers, LLC (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe to focus on complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As an early leader in the renewables space, we continue to see significant opportunities to build a sustainable and secure Grid.  Join a team committed to making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can continue to create the “grid of the future”!

 

Responsibilities

Join us in leading the change!

Develop and conduct distribution design, modeling, analysis, reports, presentations, and technical research related to various elements of the distribution system including distribution design sketches, construction inspections, system design studies, cost-benefit and alternatives analysis.

 

How you can make an impact:   

• Develop and review engineering plans (overhead and underground) to ensure accuracy, all client requirements are met as well as ensuring that the design meets all applicable codes and standards.
• Coordinate with utility clients to provide construction inspections and complete inspection reports.
• Coordinate with contractors and sub-contractors to deliver high quality deliverables.
• Develop technical business documentation, including providing input to writing and reviewing Scopes of Work and slide decks for presentations.
• Identify expected system impacts from the interconnection of distributed energy resource technologies and determine appropriate and cost-effective mitigation measures.
• Perform distribution planning studies including load addition studies, DER interconnection studies, voltage optimization, volt-var and smart inverter studies, contingency analyses, and N-1 studies.
• Perform technical reviews for distribution planning studies performed by other engineering staff and provide feedback and ensure high quality deliverables.
• Perform research and analysis related to predictive analytics, distribution automation, voltage optimization, electric vehicles, conservation voltage reduction, automated circuit restoration, and other emerging technologies.
• Perform research and analysis related to engineering codes and standards and how those apply to specific distribution equipment and electric vehicle supply equipment.
• Provide technical advisory services especially with regards to distribution engineering practices, processes, and technologies.
• Prepare and troubleshooting of system models and technical reports.
• Communicate with clients and ensure client expectations are met and managed properly.
• Process, generate, and maintain data as required for other engineering related studies.
• Take responsibility for the timely completion of projects assigned while meeting all project quality and budget objectives.
• Assists in developing tools, templates, processes, and procedures that enhance engineering study completion.
• Supervision and mentoring of entry-level staff.

Qualifications

Bring your passion, here's what’s needed:

• Licensed Professional Engineer in Texas required. Licensing in other states is a plus.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering required. Electrical engineering emphasis preferred, however civil and mechanical engineering degrees may be acceptable depending on work experience.
• 5+ years of experience as a distribution engineer
• Proven team player skills with ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, particularly with respect to explaining technical matters.
• Flexible with the ability to manage change and adapt to new challenges.
• Have high standards for producing quality reports and products that he/she shall own with pride. 

How we support you:

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Continuous Education Benefits
• Work with industry leaders
• 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)
• Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities base on position.

 

Location: This position is Remote Texas -  Dallas or Austin preferred

Travel:  Occasional travel may be needed 

 

EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available usi