{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c73494deccbed14ff696b0c3","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c73494deccbed14ff696b0c3","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c73494deccbed14ff696b0c3","title":"DER Integration Engineer","description":"Looking for a place to build, grow, and thrive? We’re always on the lookout for talented people ready to make a difference.\n\nLocation: South Plainfield, NJ (Hybrid – 2 days onsite)\nJob Type: Full-Time\n\nAbout Us\nCARIAN 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.\n\nPosition Overview\nCARIAN is seeking a DER Integration Engineer to support grid modernization and electrification initiatives for a major electric utility client in New Jersey. This role contributes to the evaluation, planning, and integration of distributed energy resources (DER), EV infrastructure, battery storage technologies, and grid-interactive customer solutions across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.\n\nThe position supports distribution planning activities, pilot program development, and scalable deployment strategies aligned with evolving electrification and grid modernization priorities.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nSupport evaluation and integration of distributed energy resources including battery energy storage systems, EV charging infrastructure, and grid-interactive technologies\n\nContribute to distribution system planning efforts supporting DER adoption and electrification initiatives\n\nAssist with technical analysis related to renewable integration and feeder-level system impacts\n\nPerform modeling and scenario analysis using tools such as CYME and Excel-based planning workflows\n\nSupport implementation of electrification programs across residential, commercial, and industrial customers\n\nCoordinate with planning, regulatory, engineering, and customer program stakeholders\n\nAssist with vendor coordination and technical review activities supporting pilot deployments\n\nPrepare technical materials supporting regulatory filings, stakeholder engagement, and executive briefings\n\nSupport development of scalable strategies aligned with grid modernization objectives\n\nParticipate in coordination activities with customers, municipalities, and external partners supporting electrification programs\n\nQualifications\n\nBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or related discipline\n\nExperience supporting electric utility engineering, distribution planning, DER integration, or grid modernization initiatives\n\nFamiliarity with distributed energy resources including solar, battery storage, EV infrastructure, or grid-interactive technologies\n\nExposure to DER interconnection processes, electrification programs, or renewable integration studies\n\nWorking knowledge of utility regulatory frameworks supporting DER deployment\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills supporting cross‑functional collaboration\n\nExperience supporting investor‑owned utilities preferred\n\nExperience Level: 3–10 years\n\nPreferred\n\nMaster’s degree in Power Systems, Renewable Energy, or related discipline\n\nExperience supporting hosting capacity analysis or feeder‑level planning studies\n\nExposure to transportation electrification or virtual power plant initiatives\n\nPrior experience supporting utilities in the Northeast region\n\nWhy CARIAN\n\nPurpose‑driven work – Help deliver infrastructure that powers communities\n\nIndustry reputation – Trusted by leading utilities for our reliability and results\n\nCareer growth – Opportunities to support major grid modernization programs and expand technical leadership capabilities\n\nCollaborative culture – Join a team that values delivery excellence and long‑term relationships\n\nCompetitive total rewards – Strong compensation, full benefits, 401(k) match, and meaningful work\n\nCARIAN is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire and develop talent based on qualifications, performance, and business needs. 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. As a women‑owned firm dedicated to the power sector, we are committed to building a team that reflects professionalism, expertise, and integrity at every level.\n\nCompensation\nThe 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.\n\nLet’s Build the Future Together\nPartner with CARIAN’s expert teams to deliver innovation, reliability, and execution in capital programs.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Carian Group","rawCompany":"carian group","city":"Plainfield","state":"NJ","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-18T03:06:06.322Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.03","title":"Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar","slug":"energy-engineers-except-wind-and-solar"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"221122","title":"Electric Power Distribution","slug":"electric-power-distribution"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"541690","title":"Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services","slug":"other-scientific-and-technical-consulting-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"DER Integration Engineer","description":"Looking for a place to build, grow, and thrive? 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We hire and develop talent based on qualifications, performance, and business needs. 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. As a women‑owned firm dedicated to the power sector, we are committed to building a team that reflects professionalism, expertise, and integrity at every level.\n\nCompensation\nThe 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. 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