Job Description
This position will be accountable for distribution planning functions. These duties involve analyzing load growth for distribution substations, distribution circuits, performing power analysis for the assigned distribution area including voltage and VAR evaluations and other planning related functions. This position will be accountable for selecting project solutions for system issues that are discovered and delivering job scopes for these projects to expand the distribution infrastructure. The position will be involved in leading decisions on method of service projects and supporting the economic development department as potential revenue customers are being analyzed for service in the assigned geographic area. The position will support other Delivery Operations groups such as Power Quality, Reliability &Integrity, Engineering & Construction Planning and Resource Management as needed to enable proper system design of the distribution system. This position will provide assistance for system emergencies as required. Supports the Grid Improvement Program (GIP) by performing strategic analysis to identify system improvements.
With general supervision, responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to the following:
• Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of well-defined problems in area of expertise.
• Contributes to team decision-making in the accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities; deals with changing priorities and differing situations and makes decision that may affect the work of the team.
• Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches related to well-defined problems and analysis of moderate scope and complexity.
• Conducts engineering and related studies; projects and assignments are clearly defined with focus on development but must be able to complete routine engineering projects with minimal oversight; competent to design, operate and maintain systems with minimum impact on existing systems.
• Possesses and applies the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures; demonstrates proficiency in technical competencies and has ability to interpret technical information and instructions.
• Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Maintains accurate records and files.
• Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.
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Required Skills & Experience
• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program. A Master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B. S. engineering degree.
• Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience.
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
• Experience in the utility industry
• 3-5 years of experience in the distribution utility business
• Experience with distribution capacity planning and circuit analysis
• Experience with CYME, GIS and other distribution operations applications
• Familiarity with distribution substation design
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.