Program Engineer

Program Engineer

The P SD Demand Response Department of the P Customer Energy Resources Operations Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has one management vacancy available. This role serves as a resource for the information technology infrastructure required to implement and support Demand Response and Distributed Energy Programs. Acts as a primary interface with aggregators and service providers for Distributed Energy Resources Management System integration support and maintenance. Provides technical and processing assistance to Program Managers and customers. Stays current on CER products and systems and works with industry representatives to understand the most recent advances in technology to support programs.

Essential functions include managing, implementing, testing, and monitoring CER applications and infrastructure, including integration with third parties and customer field devices, to maintain support for existing CER programs and to support the deployment of new programs. Conducts technical studies, evaluations, technical planning, and engineering support in the development of CER programs for the Hawaiian Electric Companies. Evaluates technical pilot opportunities, manages technical pilots, and develops performance metrics and evaluation for pilot success utilizing engineering models, databases, simulation models, and tracking systems. Researches and assesses CER measures and products. Administers contracts with engineering consultants and vendors in support of CER programs and carries out project scheduling, budget preparation, tracking, and maintenance. Oversees work of outside consultants and contractors and is the front-line interface with customers. Prepares and evaluates Request for Proposals for consultant services in connection with CER operations activities and program implementation. Supports regulatory filings related to CER programs and CER operations as required, including rate cases. Provides consultation services and site and field surveys for residential, commercial, and industrial customers' facilities. Makes on-site customer visits to collect data. Participates in company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.

Basic qualifications include an engineering or computer science degree from an ABET-accredited college or university, and/or direct experience in utility grid operations and/or supporting infrastructure. Specific experience in DR/DER management systems is highly desired. Demonstrates detailed knowledge of the application of engineering theories and principles that are pertinent to the job responsibilities. This includes detailed knowledge of utility operations and/or DR/DER operations IT infrastructure, control systems, data acquisition, interval meters, and remote communications. Working knowledge and/or course work in utility operations or business systems. Working knowledge of DR/DER operations and programs. Detailed knowledge of personal computers and standard software applications such as Microsoft Office, including MS Word, Excel, and MS Access. Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii driver's license. Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy. These standards may be adjusted periodically to meet business and safety objectives. Must be a self-starter with a clear ability to research, plan, organize, execute, and report on work with little supervision. Ability to perform independent research and to work in a creative, innovative, and motivated fashion. Demonstrated ability to analyze complex technical problems with unique or creative solutions. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with external and internal customers, occasionally dealing with difficult and/or sensitive issues using tact, courtesy, and discretion. In-depth analytical, organizational, planning, and conceptual skills to handle multiple projects, programs, and priorities concurrently; must be able to multi-task. Effective oral, written, listening, and platform skills to communicate with all levels inside and outside of the organization. Several years of experience in engineering or closely related field is required. An equivalent combination of education, training, and demonstrated ability may be considered. Previous hands-on experience managing projects and infrastructure. Experience with IT projects is preferred; including initial implementation, upgrades, testing, and release to operations.

Hawaiian Electric Companies provide electricity and services to 95 percent of the state's 1.4 million residents. The company is also one of the state's leading employers and a major contributor and supporter of community and educational programs. The demand for power that has fueled the growth of the Hawaiian Islands has been met by Hawaiian Electric Companies for well over a century. And as the next millennium unfolds, the company is committed to providing quality service and seeking clean local energy sources to power generations of Hawaii families and businesses to come.