Consultant – Distribution Planning Engineer – DER/DG Interconnection & Grid-Mod
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Category
other-general
Posted
June 17, 2026
**Description**
Are you a **Distribution Planning Engineer** looking to deepen your expertise in DER/DG and take the next step into a technical lead role?
In this role, you’ll help shape how distributed energy resources (DER)/distributed generation (DG) – including solar, energy storage, wind, and emerging technologies – are integrated into the utility distribution system. You’ll work on meaningful studies, collaborate across disciplines, and play a key role in advancing grid modernization efforts.
**What You’ll Do:**
+ Perform DER/DG interconnection and distribution planning studies, including hosting capacity, power flow, voltage analysis, and protection coordination.
+ Evaluate DER impacts (solar, battery storage, EVs) and identify system constraints and mitigation strategies.
+ Develop and maintain distribution system models using tools such as CYME, Synergi, or similar platforms.
+ Coordinate with cross-functional teams (transmission,...
Are you a **Distribution Planning Engineer** looking to deepen your expertise in DER/DG and take the next step into a technical lead role?
In this role, you’ll help shape how distributed energy resources (DER)/distributed generation (DG) – including solar, energy storage, wind, and emerging technologies – are integrated into the utility distribution system. You’ll work on meaningful studies, collaborate across disciplines, and play a key role in advancing grid modernization efforts.
**What You’ll Do:**
+ Perform DER/DG interconnection and distribution planning studies, including hosting capacity, power flow, voltage analysis, and protection coordination.
+ Evaluate DER impacts (solar, battery storage, EVs) and identify system constraints and mitigation strategies.
+ Develop and maintain distribution system models using tools such as CYME, Synergi, or similar platforms.
+ Coordinate with cross-functional teams (transmission,...