Job Description
We are engineers, high line workers, power plant managers, accountants, electricians, project coordinators, risk analysts, customer service operators, community representatives, safety and security specialists, communicators, human resources partners, information technology technicians and much, much more. We are 3,500 people committed to enhancing the lives of the communities we serve. Together, we are powering the growth and success of our community progress every day!
Pay Grade
11
Deadline to Apply: July 9, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CST
*Qualifications may warrant placement at a different job level.
The general purpose of a Distribution Planner 1 position is to analyze forecast circuit loading, calculate voltage levels and determine protection requirements for new large customer and subdivision requirements and then to issue system improvement plans to provide reliable and efficient power delivery.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Monitors circuit configuration changes and loading on existing distribution circuits.
- Analyzes existing facilities to compile feasible alternatives for distribution system changes.
- Assigns circuit connection points for large services and specify system requirements in proposed new subdivisions.
- Performs fault current calculation and implements system coordination.
- Initiates and coordinates protective device and switch installations.
- Posts planned circuit changes on circuit maps.
- Exports circuits from GIS and imports into Cyme program, corrects data, runs load allocation, and performs voltage analysis utilizing Cyme software.
- Reviews circuit for subdivision growth, large commercial load data, and circuit configuration changes and updates the Load Forecast.
- Updates the Distribution Load Profile.
- Develops system improvement plans from the Long-Range Plan (new feeder circuits, circuit reconfiguration, voltage conversions, line extensions, phase balance, system ties, conductor upgrade, switch installs, capacitor bank installs, electronic recloser installs, voltage regulator bank installs, etc).
- Coordinates planning, design and construction with internal and external personnel for system improvement plans.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Knowledge and Abilities
Demonstrated highly skilled working knowledge of overhead and underground designs utilizing GIS
Demonstrated proficiency with Distribution Planning Software applications including Cyme, GIS and MicroStation
Exceptional rapport with internal and external customers
Exceptional attitude toward CPS Energy, current job and associates
Exceptional attendance and punctuality
Demonstrated ability to initiate and write technical memorandums, letters and various written documents
Demonstrated ability to effectively plan and coordinate system improvement projects
Record of safe work practices and safe driving history
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with minimum supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree in electrical engineering, computer science or a related field OR experience in drafting
- Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) with the ability to efficiently create, edit, and manage documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and email communication
- Demonstrated ability to accurately execute load allocation utilizing Cyme software
- Demonstrated ability to prepare high quality design sketches utilizing MicroStation for all types of system improvement projects
Competencies
Building and Supporting Teams
Communicates Effectively
Demonstrating Initiative
Serving Customers
Working Safely
Minimum Education
High School Diploma or GED
Working Environment
Indoor work, operating computer, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, repetitive motion. Use of personal computing equipment, telephone, multi-functioning printer and calculator.
Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions or other business related events. After hours work may be required.
Physical Demands
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
CPS Energy does not discriminate against applicants or employees. CPS Energy is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfers and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information or any other protected status. CPS Energy will comply with all laws and regulations.
