Associate Engineer, Engineer, Senior Engineer - West Columbia, SC
Listed on 2026-10-17
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Energy Engineer
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Job SummaryWe are seeking an Engineer for our Electric Distribution Planning team who understands power fundamentals and is motivated to learn and improve the electric system. You will be responsible for planning and optimizing the electric distribution grid to provide safe and reliable power. This position is located in West Columbia, South Carolina. There is one position available and will be filled at the level commensurate with the successful candidate's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities.
Key Responsibilities- Lead distribution system planning efforts including load capacity analysis, system protection, and reliability improvements
- Drive capital planning and system improvement prioritization
- Support budgeting, project management, and work management system enhancements
- Collaborate with substation and transmission planning to support distribution growth
- Field work includes programming and troubleshooting electronic controls on reclosers, voltage regulators, ATOs, and more
- Work on technology roadmaps and implementation, collaborating on SCADA, ADMS/FLISR, AMI, and other initiatives to improve the distribution system and operations
- Participate in special projects such as energy storage, federal grant initiatives, and economic development requests
- Support DER integration including technical vetting, system impact studies, policy development, and stakeholder engagement
- Support storm restoration efforts with responsibilities aligned with CQ-level engineers and CPDs
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Minimum Education RequiredBachelors
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience Associate Engineer- 0–2+ years
- Basic knowledge of engineering principles, concepts, and theory
- Strong written and verbal communication (including technical writing)
- Effective problem-solving, analytical thinking, and decision-making skills
- Proficiency with standard computer applications and engineering software
- Ability to interpret codes, regulations, and industry practices
- Developing skills in project planning, organization, and multi-tasking
- Ability to apply engineering concepts to complex problems and work in a team environment
- 2+ years and FE
- Performs and reviews engineering design, analysis, calculations, and research
- Develops cost analyses and recommendations for management review
- Applies standard engineering methods with moderate independent judgment
- Handles moderately complex problems with defined objectives and limited variables
- Prioritizes tasks and adapts established techniques as needed
- Works under general supervision with increasing independence and responsibility
- 5+ years and FE
- Leads and coordinates complex projects to meet cost and schedule targets
- Applies advanced engineering knowledge and develops new approaches to problems
- Independentl…
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