About the role

  • Lead consulting engagements focused on distribution systems planning, grid modernization, and integrated grid strategy for utilities, regulators, and public agencies
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to utility clients on DER integration, electrification, non-wires alternatives, flexible interconnection and resilience planning
  • Partner with utility planning teams to improve internal workflows, adopt advanced modeling tools, and align distribution planning with operational practices and regulatory expectations
  • Represent E3 in high-profile industry proceedings, rulemakings, and technical working groups, offering technical clarity and policy-aligned insights
  • Direct and conduct advanced power systems analyses including steady-state, dynamic, and quasi-static time-series simulations for planning, reliability and hosting capacity assessments
  • Guide the development of grid modernization roadmaps and advanced applications such as DSSE, DERMS and load flexibility coordination engines
  • Lead and mentor multi-disciplinary teams of engineers and consultants
  • Oversee the delivery of complex technical and strategic projects, ensuring high quality, technical rigor and alignment with client needs

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 15+ years of experience in utility consulting, distribution planning or grid modernization
  • Demonstrated success leading large, multi-stakeholder engagements involving distribution system planning, DER integration or regulatory support
  • Deep familiarity with utility planning practices, distribution modeling, and DER applications
  • Proven ability to engage with clients at all levels, including executives, regulators, and technical staff
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and public speaking

Benefits

  • Base and bonus commensurate with experience and performance
  • Wellness stipend
  • Flexible Paid Time Off plus standard company holidays
  • Fitness and wellness corporate discounts
  • Professional Development annual stipend

Job title

Director, Power Systems Engineering

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$215,000 - $285,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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