Planning Engineer

Overview

Join the Planning Engineer role EC is a locally owned electric distribution system serving the Northern Virginia area, focused on safe, reliable electricity and quality products at competitive prices.

Location:

Gainesville, Virginia. The selected candidate will be eligible to work a hybrid schedule after an on-site introductory period. Relocation assistance is available. NOVEC is unable to provide work authorization or sponsorship for this position.

• Perform prudent planning, engineering, operational and economical studies to design, construct, and safely operate the electrical system; develop reliable and cost-effective solutions.
• Develop technical standards, specifications, guidelines, and business processes for use by other departments; act as a resource for technical advice.
• Assist in planning, organizing, and controlling department activities to analyze and propose system improvements and new facilities; independently identify and develop solutions with minimal direction.
• Prepare and issue well-justified recommendations for the annual capital budget to meet compliance, capacity, or reliability requirements.
• Utilize engineering analysis software tools, models, and databases to identify projects and support justification.
• Develop Short Range and Long Range plans for the electrical system, including substations, transmission and distribution construction, and improvement projects.
• Independently design electrical layouts and interconnections for data centers, large commercial customers, and new subdivisions; determine protection requirements and coordinate studies to optimize performance.
• Review construction work orders for adherence to plans, NOVEC policies, guidelines, and procedures; determine over-current and over-voltage protection needs.
• Facilitate planning activities with management, principal engineers, developers, and government agencies to align load growth with system improvements.
• Review outage data to identify trends and develop programs to address significant outage causes; ensure accuracy of GIS and CYME models for internal use.
• Provide guidance to less experienced engineers and deliver technical expertise and daily team leadership.
• Interpret industry standards and regulations and support regulatory compliance efforts; follow safety rules and HR policies and procedures.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with industry practices and standards.

• Three (3) years of related experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• NCEES EIT certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.
• Electric utility experience is preferred; substation experience is a plus.
• The role is placed at Engineer II, III, or IV based on education, experience, certifications, and licensure.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-task team; strong communication across organizational levels.
• Knowledge of company policies, procedures, and applicable laws; proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering tools.
• Understanding of Power Engineering, Planning concepts, and utility practices; experience with capital and operating budgets.
• Ability to learn electrical distribution, transmission, and substation facilities design and specifications; analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting maps, plans, drawings, data, and field information; project management capability.

• Competitive pay
• Premier health benefits, including an onsite wellness center
• Survivor and Disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% base salary match and an additional match of your contribution at a rate of 50% up to the first 12%
• Life insurance
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave
• Educational Assistance
• Annual Company Events

NOVEC is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this position.