Distribution Planning Utility Engineer

Overview

Lead distribution grid planning, DER integration, and energy storage policy development.

Key Responsibilities

• policy research
• technical reporting
• load forecasting
• der integration
• grid modernization
• stakeholder collaboration

Tasks

-Conduct original engineering and policy research to evaluate grid needs and DER solutions to help meet California’s climate and energy targets. -Describe your ability to prepare and review technical reports, prepare and make persuasive verbal presentations, and explaining complex or technical issues in a clear and concise manner. -Provide technical leadership in CPUC proceedings and collaborate with external stakeholders such as the California Energy Commission (CEC) and California Independent System Operator (CAISO). -Oversee utility distribution planning, including load forecasting, DER growth modeling, and electrification impact analysis. -Work with a collaborative team tackling cutting-edge energy and climate issues. -Analyze utility filings, develop policy recommendations, and contribute to staff proposals in CPUC rulemakings. -Manage technical contractors and support research into future distribution system operations. -Help shape the future of California’s energy system and clean energy leadership. -Support and lead development of work products that inform high-level decision-makers, including Commissioners, Administrative Law Judges, and Energy Division leadership. -Lead or support analysis and implementation of distributed energy resource integration, smart inverters, non-wires alternatives, and grid modernization strategies. -Develop professionally through impactful assignments in a high-visibility policy environment.

Requirements

• utility planning
• clean energy
• electric power
• der technologies
• data analysis
• self-motivated

What You Bring

-Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. -Bring experience or interest in utility planning, clean energy technologies, and data-driven policy. -Be self-motivated, intellectually curious, and eager to help solve California’s most critical energy and climate challenges. -Describe what technical knowledge and/or experience you possess related to electric generation, transmission, and distributed energy resources; engineering experience in the energy sector, including academia, policy, program implementation, research, utility, government, or other related field. -Have strong analytical and quantitative skills, with an understanding of electric power systems, DER technologies, and grid operations. -Describe your experience gathering data, conducting analysis, using software to analyze data, and presenting the data to inform decision making or support findings. -Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

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About California Public Utilities Commission

-Ensures fair pricing and environmental stewardship for essential utility services in California. -Regulates critical sectors including energy, water, telecommunications, and transportation across the state. -Manages California's vast energy grid and promotes renewable energy initiatives. -Monitors and enforces utility rates, consumer protections, and safety regulations, benefiting millions of Californians. -Involved in key initiatives to improve grid reliability and reduce environmental impact through sustainable policies. -Collaborates with local, state, and federal agencies to address urgent issues like wildfire prevention and water scarcity. -Oversees projects shaping the future of California’s transportation systems, including electric vehicle infrastructure. -Driving significant regulatory changes to transition the state toward a cleaner, greener future.

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Interview Process

-virtual interviews via web portals or phone may be offered. -standard in‑person interviews will also be provided if conditions permit. -applicants are screened and only the most qualified candidates are invited to interview.