Engineer Assc - Engineer Staff(Distribution System Planning)
The Distribution Planning Engineer (DPE) at Confidential Client is responsible for identifying and analyzing electrical distribution system needs through load forecasting, load flow studies, and asset renewal data. The role involves collaborating with the Energy Delivery team to develop innovative solutions for system improvements, supporting customer requests, DER studies, and grid modernization efforts, while adhering to safety and economic efficiency standards. This position offers opportunities for advancement and encourages professional growth within a team-oriented environment.
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Role Overview
Confidential Client is seeking a Distribution Planning Engineer to join their Distribution System Planning (DSP) team in Roanoke, VA. This role contributes to identifying system "needs" using station and circuit load forecasts, performing load-flow analyses, reviewing asset renewal data, and scoping collaborative, cost-effective solutions. This posting is open at multiple engineering grade levels (Engineer Associate through Engineer Staff), providing growth opportunities.
What You’ll Do
- Support Distribution System Planning activities: identify system needs from station and circuit load forecasts.
- Perform load-flow and related planning analyses to evaluate system performance.
- Review asset renewal and condition data to help prioritize projects.
- Scope collaborative solutions and coordinate with Energy Delivery stakeholders to develop implementation plans.
- Support large customer requests, Distributed Energy Resource (DER) studies, and grid modernization initiatives.
- Document findings and contribute to technical reports and planning deliverables.
- Work safely and follow applicable industry standards, codes, and internal processes.
Technical Skills & Qualifications
Minimum qualifications for the Engineer Assc (entry) level:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program (or acceptable alternative per internal policy).
- Entry-level engineering knowledge with the ability to apply theory to well-defined problems.
- Encouraged to have passed or be preparing for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
Additional (higher-grade) qualifications — examples of progression:
- Engineer (Grade 7): Bachelor’s degree + ~2 years related engineering experience, or Master’s degree.
- Engineer Sr (Grade 8): Bachelor’s + ~4 years experience or Master’s + ~2 years; PE registration encouraged.
- Engineer Prin / Staff (Grades 9–10): 6–10+ years related experience; PE registration preferred.
Preferred Experience
- Practical experience with distribution planning, station engineering, or transmission planning or operations.
- Experience supporting DER studies, load forecasting, or large customer interconnections.
- Familiarity with industry standards, codes, and utility business processes.
- Strong written and verbal communication, teamwork, and the ability to coordinate with multi-discipline teams.
Compensation & Benefits
- Compensation Grade: SP20-006
- Compensation Range: $74,551.00 - $177,503.00 per year
- Physical Demand Level: S – Sedentary Work (occasional exertion up to 10 pounds; mostly seated work with occasional walking/standing).
- Confidential Client offers a comprehensive benefits package (medical, retirement, paid time off, etc.) and growth opportunities aligned to grade progression.
Location & Work Type
- Work location: On-site in Roanoke, VA (this position is not remote).
- Applicants must be able to work on-site and meet local employment eligibility requirements.
Why Join
- Contribute to reliable, modern grid planning that serves customers and communities.
- Opportunity to learn and advance across multiple engineering grade levels.
- Work with cross-functional teams on impactful projects including DER integration and grid modernization.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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