Engineer - Transmission and Distribution Planning

Under general supervision, the Engineer will support Engineering Planning to enhance the distribution and transmission systems ensuring safe and reliable power delivery. Responsibilities include identifying clean energy investments that can defer traditional infrastructure or be paired with lower-cost traditional investments to support NY/NJ clean energy goals. The Engineer will participate in short- and long-term load forecasting and contingency analysis to identify system needs.

They will develop solutions such as new substations, transmission projects, distribution improvements, and Non-Wire Alternatives (NWAs).

This role supports projects such as the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), Coordinated Grid Planning Process (CGPP), Distribution System Implementation Plan (DSIP), Long Range Plan (LRP), Energy Master Plan (EMP), and Climate Resiliency. The engineer will attend industry conferences, participate in NY/NJ JU/EDC meetings, stakeholder meetings, and serve on technical committees as required. They will also work closely with O&Rs Distribution Resource Integration (DRI) team to assess clean energy technology penetration and program initiatives.

This position reports to the Section Manager of Planning and supports the work of Senior Engineers within the Planning group.