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Toth and Associates, Inc.

Engineer I - Planning

Toth and Associates, Inc., Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204

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Overview As an Engineer I – Planning, also known as a Distribution Engineer, Utility Planning Engineer, or Systems Engineer, at Toth & Associates, you will work on all aspects of planning studies for electric utility systems across the US by modeling their electric grid to ensure reliable power quality under a variety of stressors, such as load growth due to vehicle or building electrification, deployment of solar and battery systems, contingency analysis for the loss of a normal source, or system protection during fault conditions.

You will be responsible for performing different studies to analyze the electric grid’s response and author reports to effectively communicate the results, often working in a collaborative environment with Transmission Planning Engineers or Transmission and Substation Design Engineers to properly scope required system upgrades. This is an entry to mid-level position that will receive in office mentorship.

Responsibilities

Perform planning studies for electric utility systems across the US to model grid behavior under various stressors.

Analyze grid response and author reports to communicate results effectively.

Collaborate with Transmission Planning Engineers or Transmission and Substation Design Engineers to scope required system upgrades.

Participate in in-office mentorship and professional development as an entry to mid-level engineer.

Qualifications

BSEE from an ABET-accredited engineering program is required

Solid working knowledge of electric utility concepts (power factor, load factor, per unit, coincident demand)

Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects under budget and time constraints

Familiarity with the NESC and RUS standards as they relate to distribution planning

Familiarity with Milsoft, CYME, Synergi, PowerWorld, Aspen

Proficiency with MS Office applications (especially Excel)

EIT certification or ability to obtain EIT within 6 months

Proficiency in writing and providing support documentation for engineering calculations

Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills

Valued But Not Required Skills And Experience

PE license

AutoCAD, GIS, or programming experience

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Utilities

Portland, OR – salary range varies by location: examples shown include $90,000 - $100,000; $75,000 - $85,000; $116,000 - $121,000. Referrals and additional notices may apply.

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