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Job Description
BERKELEY ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE INC
SYSTEM ENGINEER
(will consider System Engineer I or II)
POSITION DESCRIPTION
- To gather accurate load and electrical system data perform all studies and calculations pertaining to the distribution system and make recommendations regarding changes and/or improvements that are needed to provide safe reliable and economical electrical
- To produce various plans provide technical input to design construction and maintenance of the distribution system complete technical evaluations of new equipment and materials produce specifications to be used in the purchase of equipment and materials to be used on the Cooperatives electrical distribution system.
- To work closely with the Information Technology personnel the GIS area Operations Center and necessary software providers to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the data being shared between the customer information system GIS outage handling and dispatch systems and engineering
- To provide technical direction and guidance to all Engineering and Operations personnel in the installation maintenance repair operations and switching activities of the electrical distribution system and associated equipment.
POSITION SPECIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
A Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering is required. Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state of South Carolina is required. Additional training in system planning overcurrent protection relaying and power quality fundamentals is required.
EXPERIENCE
A minimum of five (5) years experience in engineering at an electric cooperative another electrical utility and/or an engineering consulting firm is required. Will require three (3) years experience in this position to become proficient.
JOB KNOWLEDGE
Should have an effective working knowledge of RUS requirements and procedures as it applies to planning purchasing construction and retirement associated with an electrical distribution system. Should be familiar with the National Electrical Safety Code National Electrical Code OSHA regulations and Cooperative policies. Must a sound knowledge of electrical distribution system fundamentals and the associated special equipment. Must be able to model the electrical distribution system perform all necessary calculations and apply the results to make recommendations for system improvements.
ABILITIES & SKILLS
Should be skilled in working and communicating with employees members and the public. Must be proficient in the use of computers and software. Must be skilled in planning designing and preparing specifications to meet the Cooperatives requirements for electrical distribution. Must have a valid South Carolina Drivers license.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Usual office conditions. Subject to field work on special projects. Subject to irregular hours and outside work in adverse weather conditions during emergencies. Some travel outside service area for periods up to a week.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status veteran status or other legally protected status.
Employment Type
Full-Time
