Consulting Engineer; Integrated Grid Planning - Oahu

Consulting Engineer (Integrated Grid Planning) - Oahu

Location:

Honolulu, Hawaii (HI)

Company:
Hawaiian Electric Companies

Posting will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged.

• Supports and develops new strategies, products, services, and processes.
• Planning requirements across forecasting, resource, transmission and distribution planning, non‑wires solutions, microgrids, resiliency solutions, grid modernization, and grid transformation to meet 100% RPS requirements and other state objectives.
• Develops new and advanced Integrated Grid Plan analysis techniques, new models, identifies training opportunities, and evaluates new applications.
• Represents the company as a technical expert in studies and regulatory technical sessions.
• Presents to technical audiences, participates in industry forums, and contributes to industry standards.
• Develops the technical capabilities of the IGP division through mentoring, new analytical techniques, and new strategies.
• Mentors and develops planning engineers.

• Leads and facilitates development of Renewable Energy Zones and other large initiatives born out of the Integrated Grid Planning process.
• Develops schedules, identifies risks, and addresses barriers related to the execution of the IGP process.
• Leads and facilitates development of grant applications related to Integrated Grid Planning and Distribution System Planning initiatives.
• Collaborates with divisions and departments to integrate needs and insights into future planning.

• Monitors relevant reliability issues in other jurisdictions and industry organizations to ensure alignment with industry standards.
• Assists in the development of regulatory documents.
• Stays abreast of all related regulatory activities within the company.
• Ensures that cross‑functional and related initiatives are aligned in regulatory filings.
• Participates in company emergency response activities as assigned.

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from an accredited engineering school or related electric utility planning discipline.
• Thorough knowledge of electric utility planning principles at all levels (generation, transmission, distribution).
• Proficiency in forecasting, resource adequacy, resource modeling, stability analysis, short‑circuit analysis, control theory, and power‑flow simulation tools (PSCAD, PSSE, Synergi, ASPEN).
• Thorough knowledge of the regulatory landscape and relevant company initiatives that impact system reliability.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and industry standards and codes that affect electrical system reliability.
• Working knowledge of project management concepts.
• Understanding of the planning process, challenges, and solutions to meet a 100% renewable energy future.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SAP, and databases.

• Advanced analytical, strategic thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Innovation in planning or engineering analyses.
• Ability to conceptualize new ideas and develop new analysis methodologies and techniques.
• Effective leadership skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills to communicate with all levels and the public sector; must mentor and train staff engineers.
• Self‑starter who proactively identifies and addresses potential challenges.
• Demonstrated management of large, high‑visibility projects, programs, or initiatives.

• Extensive experience (10+ years) in resource planning, transmission planning, distribution planning, system operation, generating unit characteristics, protection system concepts, modeling, and execution of plans and projects.
• Professional Engineer license in a relevant discipline.

• Advanced degree in engineering, project management, or business‑related field.
• Registered Project Management Professional.
• Two or more years of supervisory or management experience.

The hiring range for this position is $ to $.

Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. The company complies with all applicable laws, including Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Requests for reasonable accommodation during the application process should be communicated to HR.