Transmission & Distribution Planning Engineer

Recruiting Partner: Neil Lurvey

Hampden, Maine | Engineering | Not Remote | $90,000 to $120,000 | Job ID: 164914

Job Summary

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Join a forward-thinking energy company that is modernizing the power grid and driving reliable, safe, and innovative solutions for communities. This is an opportunity to play a hands-on role in shaping the future of electrical transmission and distribution systems.

Transmission & Distribution Planning Engineer – Benefits and Compensation

  • Base salary range: $90,000 – $120,000
  • Annual Bonus Program
  • Hybrid Work Environment
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Full Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Contribution
  • 100% Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Holidays, Sick, and Vacation Time

Transmission & Distribution Planning Engineer – Requirements & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology (required)
  • 5+ years of experience in T&D engineering (preferred; related experience considered)
  • Proficiency with PC-based applications, including Excel
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ability to pass identity verification and seven-year criminal background check (per NERC standards)

Must Haves

  • Develop and maintain short- and long-term capital project plans for transmission and distribution systems (reliability, safety, risk assessment, condition, and load considerations).
  • Build, update, and analyze distribution system models using CYME software for planning and operations.
  • Support grid modernization initiatives and distributed generation (DG) integration, including system impact studies for solar projects.
  • Collaborate with substation engineering, system operations, and technical teams to ensure compliance with NERC O&P Reliability Standards.
  • Prepare and review technical reports, project estimates, and regulatory submittals (FERC, NERC, ISO-NE, MPUC).
  • Provide engineering oversight and technical support from project concept through commissioning.

Preferred Background & Skills

  • Experience with GIS software and system modeling tools.
  • Prior exposure to FERC, NERC, and ISO-NE compliance reporting.
  • Strong project management experience, including financial tracking and subcontractor oversight.
  • Familiarity with distributed energy resources and renewable energy interconnections.
  • Demonstrated initiative to identify process improvements and efficiency opportunities.

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

 

JOB ID: 164914

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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

Neil Lurvey

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