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We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Engineer, DER Interconnections to join our team at K&A Power Group in Oakbrook, IL. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You'll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Role Expectations:

• Perform power system load flow, stability and transient studies, power system dynamic model development, understanding power system operation and controls. Contribute to multiple project teams to perform technical analysis of electric power system. Prepare proposals based on expressed customer needs. Develop projects with customers; manage contracts to ensure technical, schedule and cost objectives are met; actively participate in identifying and cultivating new customers and business opportunities; lead preparation of proposals; and make customer presentations. Compile results from technical analysis to produce detailed, concise, analytical reports. Document and present project findings and deliverables. Actively participates in a working environment where teamwork, quality, customer service and innovation are prized.

What we're looking for:

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field and three (3) years of experience in electrical engineering industry. Experience must include application of the following: Utility power system studies including system modeling, analysis, and evaluation of DER impacts; Power system planning such as long range planning, load forecasting, and distribution or transmission planning; Power systems protection engineering includes coordination studies, safety assessments, and reliability analysis; Applying circuit theory to design, analyze, and predict electrical circuit behavior in utility or DER applications; Conducting dynamic or transient simulations including inverter based resource behavior, ride through performance, and system response modeling; Applying the National Electric Code (NEC) to DER or distribution system design.

Pay Range $118,040

Why Join K&A?

People-First Culture: We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.

Innovation & Learning:We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.

Collaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.

Recognition & Growth: We've earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits:We offeracomprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401K (Traditional and Roth with company match)
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
• Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Parking and Transit Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance

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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 technical ability, 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.