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Sargent & Lundy Senior/Mid-Level Distribution System Planning Engineer in Wilmington, Delaware
Description
This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office and working remote from home.
This senior/mid-level engineering position is within Sargent & Lundy's Electrical Analytical Division and will be responsible for the following:
Distribution system planning and analysis, including studies in load application and the impact to the distribution network, short circuit, power quality, flicker, and electromagnetic transients (EMT), to support a variety of clients such as developers and electric utilities, both nationally and internationally
Performing distribution system technical analysis, which includes power flow studies, voltage analysis, and EMT studies related to the impact of inverter-based generation
Supporting generator interconnection applications and associated system impact studies
Aiding clients to comply with applicable regulatory policies, such as: FERC OATT, NERC TPL, TOP, PRC, and FAC standards, Generator Interconnection Applications, and associated studies
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (background in Power/Power Systems) and sufficient industry experience is considered in lieu of an advanced degree
A minimum of 5 years relevant engineering experience with an emphasis in power system analysis, modeling and protection, including load flow analysis and time domain analysis
Experience in load flow analysis to identify distribution thermal and voltage constraints
Experience in harmonics and power quality analysis associated with inverter-based and distributed energy resources
Experience using distribution planning software for feeder hosting capability studies, transfer analysis and load forecasting (e.g. CYME, PSS/E, PSLF, Synergi, Milsoft Windmil, DMIS/LoadSEER, DEW, PSCAD, and EMTP-RV)
Familiarity with industry standards, such as IEEE, IEC, and ANSI
Valued but not required skills and experience:
Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering is preferred
Experience modeling inverter-based resources and renewable generation, such as Wind Turbine Generators (WTG), photovoltaic (PV), Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and hybrid generation, and associated collector system for interconnection applications within software programs CYME, PSS/E, PSLF, ETAP, and PSCAD
Experience in the interconnection process for small generators (<20MW)
Experience in short circuit analysis and using software programs CAPE or ASPEN
Experience in load forecasting analysis using DMIS/LoadSEER
Knowledge of Distributed Energy Resources (DER) and its impact on Distribution Analysis and Planning is a plus
Experience in Python, Java Script, or other scripting languages
Sargent & Lundy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.
Award Winning Compensation & Benefits
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance
Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Accident Insurance
Disability Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Back-Up Daycare
FSA & HSA
401(k)
Pre-Tax Commuter Account
Merit Scholarship Program
Employee Discount Program
Corporate Charitable Giving Program
Tuition Assistance
First Professional Licensure Bonus
Employee Referral Bonus
Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Bereavement Leave
Flexible Work Arrangements
CityWilmington
StateDE
CountryUnited States
Area of InterestElectrical Engineering
TypeFull Time - Regular
Job ID2024-10713
Business GroupChief Operations Officer Group
DepartmentElectrical Analytical
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