Electrical Distribution Outage Planner

Electrical Distribution Outage Planner

A Distribution planner is responsible for outage planning, performing capacity planning studies, and coordinating with utility clients. They will arrange outages by determining required steps to isolate distribution facilities. Additionally, they will evaluate events that occur on the distribution system.

Responsibilities / Technical Competencies

Evaluate distribution system operations

Working on multiple projects while prioritizing work

Interface with utility clients and collaborate with their operations team

Plan distribution system outages for performing maintenance and upgrade work

Utilizing GIS information to aide in design

Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff members

Regularly meet and correspond with clients, equipment suppliers, surveyors, and construction personnel

Typical Assignments

Arrange distribution system outages

Provide capacity planning studies

Prepare calculations and equipment specifications

Field walkdowns

Response to field questions

GIS mapping

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering

2-5 years of experience

Must have Electrical Distribution Operations experience

Must have Outage Planning experience

Must possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills

Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future

90,000 - $155,000 a year

Salaries for all positions are based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, total years of experience in the industry, education, skills, and qualifications. Compensation may vary depending on the candidate's individual background and expertise.