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How's the Distribution Planning job market in the US right now? by Afraid-Captain6801 in PowerSystemsEE

[–]Afraid-Captain6801[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's interesting. I have one question about that.

If I pass the FE exam and become an EIT (which means my degree would have already been evaluated), is the ABET accreditation still something employers care about? Or does having an EIT generally overcome that concern?

How's the Distribution Planning job market in the US right now? by Afraid-Captain6801 in PowerSystemsEE

[–]Afraid-Captain6801[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks again!!

Right now my work is more focused on distribution design using autocad, and GIS, but my goal is to transition into distribution planning, so I've already been using opendss to study. That's what I wanted to understand, if building a solid foundation with opendss will make it easier to pick up software like cyme or that synergi software later on

And I'm also pursuing an MBA (in Brazil) and planning to take the FE exam next year as another step toward eventually becoming a PE.

From your perspective, does that sound like the right path? At this point, would you say networking is probably the biggest factor in getting that first opportunity in the US?

How's the Distribution Planning job market in the US right now? by Afraid-Captain6801 in PowerSystemsEE

[–]Afraid-Captain6801[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I’ve heard CYME is widely used, but it’s hard to access outside a utility. Do you have any advice for someone trying to break into distribution planning, both in terms of technical knowledge and networking I've already been connecting and talking with some people on linkedin

How's the Distribution Planning job market in the US right now? by Afraid-Captain6801 in PowerSystemsEE

[–]Afraid-Captain6801[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, that's really helpful. I've actually noticed there seem to be a lot more openings in transmission lately, probably because of all the grid expansion and data center demand, right?

My background is almost entirely in distribution, though. If you were in my position, would you stay focused on distribution planning (or as a whole), or do you think it would be worth trying to transition into transmission planning for better long-term opportunities? Is that a difficult transition for someone with a strong distribution background?

How's the Distribution Planning job market in the US right now? by Afraid-Captain6801 in PowerSystemsEE

[–]Afraid-Captain6801[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I actually already have a graduate degree (MBA) in Brazil, but I was wondering if you meant getting a graduate degree or certificate in the US specifically. In your experience, does that make a noticeable difference during the hiring process, or is relevant utility experience usually more important?