Engineer III/Senior | Power Quality - Distributions Operations

Summary

The Engineer III/Senior Power Quality Distribution Operations Engineering provides technical engineering for protection and reliability to our distribution systems. Performs analysis on distribution circuits including load flow protection & short circuit analysis and voltage studies to support new customer additions as well as to facilitate integration of distributed energy resources (DERs) and distribution automation (DA) technologies. Investigates customer complaints associated with power quality and reliability Provides technical guidance and leadership to others as needed. Maintains knowledge of distribution line equipment and may support research of new technologies & make recommendations to management. Typical responsibilities include:

• Provide technical support to APS O&M personnel including Operations Troublemen Key Account Managers and other field personnel regarding power quality issues and post event analysis.
• Troubleshoot customer related complaints in regard to harmonics flicker equipment operation/malfunction and work with external customers as required.
• Support APS field personnel in setting up power quality recording equipment (i.e. PMI Revolution and/or Dranetz HDPQ) for data measurement (voltage current harmonics etc).
• Perform modeling simulation and analysis on distribution circuits using the CYME distribution modeling tool and ensure valid distribution feeder models are maintained in both CYME and ADMS systems.
• Perform studies to ensure system protection and coordination voltage and flicker requirements are being met for new loads and system modifications.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of industry trends and technology through involvement and/or interaction with research institutes (EPRI etc.) industry peer groups and regulatory bodies (ACC).

Minimum Requirements

Engineer III Minimum Requirements:

- A four year Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering discipline or related applied science discipline (see approved list) from an ABET accredited institution plus five (5) years working experience in Engineering-related positions.

Engineer Senior Minimum Requirements:

A four year Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering discipline or related applied science discipline (see approved list) from an ABET accredited institution plus eight (8) years working experience in Engineering-related positions. Approved Engineer degrees: Materials Science/Metallurgy Physics Chemistry Math Nuclear Electrical Mechanical Civil Electronics Computer Science Environmental Chemical Architectural Structural. (A four-year bachelor of Engineering Technology degree is not considered an automatic equivalent for a B.S. degree in Engineering. A review of the degree program curriculum must be completed by Engineering department management.)

Major Accountabilities

1) Prepares engineering plans designs analysis specifications cost estimates evaluations studies technical reviews investigations and verifications. Complies with design regulatory operating and maintenance requirements. Ensures engineering analyses design project control schedule commitments or oversight work is technically sound cost effective and in compliance with established standards codes and regulations. Checks and reviews analysis evaluations and investigations of others.

2) Interfaces with customers and other departments to ensure project objectives are understood and that work scope meets customer requirements budget and schedule. Contacts customers and various levels of management to obtain or present technical data. Presents the results of designs studies projects (in terms of new techniques) or approaches to subordinates colleagues management and customers.

3) Enhances department performance and productivity and/or unit performance by formulating coordinating performing analysis and making recommendations for improvements. Provides technical assistance and guidance to department personnel to enhance department performance and productivity.

4) May provide oversight of engineering technical programs by managing the program requirements working with cross organizational partners reviewing and internalizing operating experience and coordinating corrective actions to ensure engineering program elements continue to remain healthy.

5) May assume responsibility for small- to medium-scale projects which include planning designing scheduling and coordinating all facets of the project. Identifies potential schedule or quality problems and initiates corrective action. Takes initiative to eliminate barriers and uses resources to ensure desired results. May interface with outside agencies and regulatory authorities.

6) Provides technical guidance and leadership to less experienced engineers.

7) May participate in developing long-range strategies for significant site problems.

8) Provides input to projects and recommends modifications to increase operating efficiency and/or reviews design and documentation of projects to ensure compliance with design specifications schedules and any regulatory requirements.

9) Remains cognizant of current technology and engineering developments as well as industry and competitive developments.

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