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Duquesne Light Company, headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh, is a leader in providing electric energy and has been in the forefront of the electric energy market, with a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service. Today, the company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy, providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania.

Duquesne Light Company is committed to creating a culture of inclusion. We value and respect the unique differences and experiences of our employees. We believe that our differences lead to better collaboration, innovation and outcomes. We want you to join our team!

The **Engineer, Distribution Planning** performs planning on projects of moderate complexity in the assigned electrical engineering field for the safe, reliable, and effective installation and operation of facilities.

Responsibilities:

+ Performs specific design, engineering, economic, and investigative assignments, and planning for the installation, revision, or rehabilitation of facilities for projects of moderate complexity.

+ Performs system modeling, load flow, protective device coordination, and other technical studies. Prepares reports with conclusions and recommendations on findings.

+ Assists other engineers with studies of higher technicality to help fulfill departmental goals and objectives.

+ Consults with and receives advice from superiors, peers, and vendors to become thoroughly familiar with an assignment and to obtain necessary design and cost information.

+ Inspects sites of proposed installations to facilitate preparation of connection recommendations and rehabilitation proposals.

+ Help support and develop new and/or existing business cases through the capital project planning process.

+ Conducts analysis of distribution network loading and operation for voltage, overload, and performance problems and recommend correction plans. Provides distribution circuit analytical support as requested and supports the Advanced Grid Technologies and Interconnection teams.

+ Storm roles as appropriate to the role and skillset.

**Education/Experience** :

+ Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university or college required.

+ One (1+) or more years’ related experience required.

+ Valid drivers’ license required.

+ Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.

+ Engineer In Training (EIT) Certification, or Professional Engineering (PE) License preferred.

+ Utility or similar experience preferred.

+ Experience with power system simulation software such as CYME, PSS\E, PSLF, PSCAD, EMTP, etc. preferred.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship, without discrimination because of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis, as defined by applicable law, and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, hiring, compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, transfer, layoffs, return from a layoff, training and development, and other privileges of employment. An integral part of Duquesne Light Holdings' commitment is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action.

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, apply for a position, or participate in the interview process, connect with us at [email protected] and describe the specific accommodation requested for a disability-related limitation.