The CARIAN Group

The CARIAN Group

DER Integration Engineer

Somerset, NJ · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$90k-$125kDetected 43 days ago
ExcelSystems EngineeringElectrical EngineeringPower ElectronicsCommunicationCollaborationRenewable Energy

About the role

  • Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Responsibilities

  • Support evaluation and integration of distributed energy resources including battery energy storage systems, EV charging infrastructure, and grid-interactive technologies
  • Perform modeling and scenario analysis using tools such as CYME and Excel-based planning workflows
  • Support development of scalable strategies aligned with grid modernization objectives

Requirements

  • Experience Level: 3-10 years

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or related discipline
  • Experience supporting electric utility engineering, distribution planning, DER integration, or grid modernization initiatives
  • Familiarity with distributed energy resources including solar, battery storage, EV infrastructure, or grid-interactive technologies
  • Experience using distribution system modeling tools (CYME preferred)
  • Exposure to DER interconnection processes, electrification programs, or renewable integration studies
  • Working knowledge of utility regulatory frameworks supporting DER deployment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills supporting cross-functional collaboration
  • Experience supporting investor-owned utilities preferred

Compensation

  • The base salary range for this role is $90,000 - $125,000 annually. This range represents a good faith estimate at the time of posting
  • actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base salary, the role includes eligibility for bonus incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and a company 401(k) match.
  • $90k - $125k Annual Base Salary
  • This range represents a good faith estimate at the time of posting; actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and other factors permitted by law.
  • CARIAN is a purpose-driven, woman-owned consulting and advisory firm dedicated exclusively to the power sector.
  • We partner with leading electric and gas utilities to provide strategic advisory and disciplined execution across program management, business intelligence, and field execution oversight.

Company info

  • Contribute to distribution system planning efforts supporting DER adoption and electrification initiatives
  • Assist with technical analysis related to renewable integration and feeder-level system impacts
  • Support implementation of electrification programs across residential, commercial, and industrial customers
  • Coordinate with planning, regulatory, engineering, and customer program stakeholders
  • Assist with vendor coordination and technical review activities supporting pilot deployments
  • Prepare technical materials supporting regulatory filings, stakeholder engagement, and executive briefings
  • Participate in coordination activities with customers, municipalities, and external partners supporting electrification programs
  • CARIAN is a purpose-driven, woman-owned consulting and advisory firm dedicated exclusively to the power sector.
  • We partner with leading electric and gas utilities to provide strategic advisory and disciplined execution across program management, business intelligence, and field execution oversight.
  • Guided by integrity, trust, excellence, and accountability, our team helps deliver complex capital programs and build the resilient energy infrastructure that communities depend on.
  • Position Overview

Equal opportunity

  • CARIAN is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
  • We hire and develop talent based on qualifications, performance, and business needs.
  • As a woman-owned firm dedicated to the power sector, we are committed to building a team that reflects professionalism, expertise, and integrity at every level.
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