Electrical Engineers, DER Interconnections

Header: K&A Engineering Consulting – is a privately held company, providing comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program/project management, construction management, and support services to power utility and industrial clients. Specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, distributed energy resources, and EPC services, we excel in solving complex challenges with precision-driven solutions. We pride ourselves on employing top talent, fostering a culture of excellence, and building meaningful relationships with clients and employees.

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K&A Engineering Consulting P.C. (Oak Brook, IL) seeks multiple Electrical Engineers, DER Interconnections to conduct Distributed Energy Resources (DER) integration studies on existing utility/power systems infrastructure.

Responsibilities & Duties::

Perform power system load flow, stability and transient studies, voltage impact, harmonic reviews, and power system dynamic model development. Perform equipment loading, voltage flicker, short circuit analysis, protection coordination, inrush analysis, contingency analysis, and Unintentional Islanding risk assessment. Propose optimal mitigation methods and calculate cost estimation for necessary infrastructure upgrades associated with Distribution and Transmission Level Projects. Produce detailed, concise, analytical reports and cost estimate documentation. Salary offered: $73,237.

Qualifications & Skills::

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field and one (1) year of electrical engineering experience in conducting DER integration studies, including experience using power systems analysis tools (CYME, Synergi, Windmill, DEW, PVL, and PSSE software).

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The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.