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Energy and Environmental Economics, Inc. · 1 day ago

Managing Consultant/Sr. Managing Consultant

Energy and Environmental Economics, Inc. (E3) is a growing energy consulting firm that helps clients make informed decisions regarding energy and climate policy. The Managing Consultant will lead technical and strategic engagements focused on distribution planning and grid modernization, helping utilities navigate regulatory challenges and implement effective energy solutions.

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Responsibilities

Lead and contribute to consulting engagements focused on distribution systems planning, grid modernization, DER integration, and integrated grid strategy for utilities, regulators, and public agencies
Serve as a trusted advisor to utility clients on distribution planning, grid modernization, DER integration, electrification, non-wired alternatives (NWAs), flexible interconnection and resilience planning
Partner with utility planning, operations, and customer program teams to improve internal workflows, adopt advanced modeling tools, and align distribution planning with operational practices and regulatory expectations
Support E3 in high-profile industry proceedings, rulemakings, and technical working groups, offering technical clarity and policy-aligned insights
Lead analytics and reports development for consulting engagements focused on distribution systems planning, grid modernization, DER integration, and integrated grid strategy for utilities, regulators, and public agencies
Lead distribution planning projects with analyses including steady-state, dynamic, and quasi-static time-series simulations for planning, reliability and hosting capacity assessments
Guide the development of grid modernization roadmaps, use cases, and systems architecture while accounting for cybersecurity considerations
Guide the development of models, simulations, and forecasts exploring electrification impact, NWAs including flexible load potential, and distribution automation for system and substation-level planning
Lead the development of interconnection studies and strategies that accommodate DERs beyond hosting capacity through coordination with storage and NWAs with dispatchable flexibility
Manage power systems modeling efforts using tools such as CYME, Synergi, ASPEN, PowerFlow and LoadSEER and scripting with tools such as Python
Provide guidance to improve practices, tool enhancements, and refine architecture to improve analytical capabilities and efficiency
Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with utilities, commissions, and energy agencies
Lead proposal development for projects related to distribution planning, grid modernization and planning or operational technology integration
Identify project opportunities related to distribution planning, grid modernization and DER integration
Identify emerging opportunities in areas such as electrification, distributed operations, climate resilience and advanced distribution analytics
Contribute to E3’s thought leadership through white papers, presentations, and conference participation
Collaborate across E3’s practice areas to deliver integrated solutions
Oversee and contribute to the delivery of complex technical and strategic projects, ensuring high quality, technical rigor and alignment with client needs
Review major deliverables to ensure actionable outcomes across technical, regulatory, and business dimensions
Manage budgets, schedules and client expectations to meet performance and growth goals
Cross train with your peers and mentor colleagues and junior staff to develop technical, business, and soft skills while expanding knowledge of the electric power industry

Qualification

Utility consultingGrid modernizationDistributed Energy Resource (DER) integrationDistribution planningAnalytical frameworksPower systems modelingClient engagementBusiness developmentExceptional communicationTeam managementMentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
4-8+ years of experience in utility consulting, distribution planning or grid modernization
Deep understanding of utility planning practices, distribution modeling, and DER applications
Proven ability to engage with clients at all levels, including executives, regulators, and technical staff
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and public speaking

Preferred

M.S. or Ph.D. in Engineering, Business, or related field
Experience with California regulatory processes
Technical leadership in developing: Flexible load roadmaps and end-use disaggregation, DERMS business integration frameworks and cost benefit analysis, flexible interconnection protocols where DERs exceed hosting capacity and/or grid modernization filings and DSIPs
Understanding of non-wires alternatives, demand response strategy and climate resilience planning
Recognized contributions to industry standards, technical committees or national grid modernization initiatives
PMP certification or experience managing large, interdisciplinary consulting teams

Benefits

Wellness stipend
Flexible Paid Time Off plus standard company holidays
Fitness and wellness corporate discounts
Professional Development annual stipend

Company

Energy and Environmental Economics, Inc.

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Energy. Environment. Economics. Three cornerstones that shape today’s transition to clean energy resources.

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Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Amber Mahone
Managing Partner
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Arne Olson
Senior Partner
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