ENGINEER- LOAD RESEARCH & DATA ANALYTICS - ASSOC - STAFF

Grade Level: 52-53 | Department: Load Research & Data Analytics | Starting Salary: $70,100 - $108,176

About the Role

Under the direction of the Manager of Load Research & Data Analytics, this position is responsible for identifying and conducting analytical analysis on emerging technologies and innovations such as distributed energy resources, demand response, electrification of transportation, and energy storage. The role integrates these technologies into the production of load profiles, differentiation of consumption characteristics, reconstruction of rate class and jurisdictional load contributions to overall system demand, and long-term forecasted system energy and demand. Additionally, the position assists in all engineering functions of the department, including the development of the system loss study and other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Manage analytical analysis on emerging technologies and innovations such as distributed energy resources, demand response, electrification of transportation, and energy storage.
• Perform studies related to system-wide loss analyses for input into demand and energy allocation studies.
• Develop and test computer models.
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement new methods of forecasting and software improvements.
• Assist in the evaluation and implementation of innovative and new forecasting methods.
• Serve as technical lead, coordinate, and schedule work with technicians in the installation and maintenance of metering equipment.
• Compile, develop, analyze, and maintain a database of historical and forecasted load.
• Conduct data analyses supporting derivation of load and coincidence factors and calculating demand components.
• Initiate and perform the preparation of short, intermediate, and long-term forecasts of emerging technologies and innovations.
• Assist in the preparation of responses to requests for information (RFIs) and schedules during regulatory proceedings.
• Assist in the review and audit of section analyses and infrequently prepare written testimony for regulatory proceedings.
• Comply with all applicable company policies, procedures, and code of ethics, as well as all governmental laws and regulations related to employment, safety, and environmental standards.
• Perform other related tasks within the context of the duties defined.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering (Master’s Degree or PhD preferred).
• 0 - 3 years or more of experience (salary commensurate with experience).

Skills

• Experience with electric utility principles and practices, operations, and applicable rules and regulations, particularly in emergent technologies, energy storage, renewables, electrification of transportation, and transmission and distribution (preferred).
• Ability to interpret electrical systems, calculate cost and benefit estimates, and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Knowledge of data mining/statistics (regression, probability, etc.) and statistical applications (SAS, C/C++, SPSS, R, Python, etc.) preferred.
• Ability to support the company’s project management and oversight activities.
• Ability to identify, quantify, and present risks, costs, and benefits associated with projects and issues.
• Ability to research and analyze information related to organizational, financial, and technical issues.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to generate credibility with and present information to management regarding solutions to complex issues.
• Ability to perform complex technical studies with little or no technical supervision.
• Ability to utilize sound judgment and past studies to analyze complex systems and determine effective solutions to problems.
• Ability to document procedures, methodologies, and results of complex studies for both engineers and non-engineers.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks while maintaining deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with officers, managers, fellow employees, and the general public.
• Ability to maintain a strong sense of propriety concerning confidential matters.