Ian of Idaho Power Company

Biography:

Ian McGetrick joined Idaho Power in 2020. Previous to Idaho Power he worked in actuarial consulting. Ian currently works as a senior planning analyst on the Resource Planning team. Ian graduated cum laude from Brigham Young University with a bachelor’s degree in actuarial science. Ian and his wife Kalie have a seven, five and two year old. They love all things outdoors, especially biking and hiking in the foothills

Dan

Biography:

Dan Johnston is a Senior Engineer and a registered professional engineer at Idaho Power Company. He specializes in distribution strategic alternatives to traditional distribution system projects.

Dan has 27 years in the power industry focusing his career on distribution power quality, protection, system planning, and alternative energy sources. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Brigham Young University in 1988 and his Electrical Engineering Doctorate degree from the University of Idaho in 2012 with research emphasis on probabilistic reliability study of intermittent distribution generation. He is the lead engineer for four battery distribution deferral projects with more battery projects under review. Dan is motivated to develop distribution automated system’s continuous operation during debilitating events. Daniel has experience spanning several years in the technical field of power engineering, demonstrating in-depth knowledge of industry practices, standards, and emerging technologies.

He is the father of five and grandfather of six which motivates him to implement alternative energy resources to fully utilize the energy contribution around us for a reliable and resilient electrical system for future generations.