Engineer I Distribution Plan

TheEngineer Distribution Planningperforms planning on projects of moderate complexity in the assigned electrical engineering field for the safe reliable and effective installation and operation of facilities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs specific design engineering economic and investigative assignments and planning for the installation revision or rehabilitation of facilities for projects of moderate complexity.
• Performs system modeling load flow protective device coordination and other technical studies. Prepares reports with conclusions and recommendations on findings.
• Assists other engineers with studies of higher technicality to help fulfill departmental goals and objectives.
• Consults with and receives advice from superiors peers and vendors to become thoroughly familiar with an assignment and to obtain necessary design and cost information.
• Inspects sites of proposed installations to facilitate preparation of connection recommendations and rehabilitation proposals.
• Help support and develop new and/or existing business cases through the capital project planning process.
• Conducts analysis of distribution network loading and operation for voltage overload and performance problems and recommend correction plans. Provides distribution circuit analytical support as requested and supports the Advanced Grid Technologies and Interconnection teams.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university or college required.
• Valid drivers license required.
• Masters degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.
• Engineer In Training (EIT) Certification or Professional Engineering (PE) License preferred.
• Utility or similar experience preferred.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with power system simulation software such as CYME PSSE PSLF PSCAD EMTP etc.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including but not limited to Excel Outlook Word PowerPoint
• Strong attention to detail.
• Adaptability flexibility and comfort with working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work well with others in a team atmosphere.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage various priorities.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Prompt executor.

Physical Requirements:

• In-office and field activities are driven by occasional role-specific tasks and critical business processes.
• Must be able to work in various substation facility conditions (walking on uneven ground climbing ladders working safely nearby energized equipment etc.) as required.
• Desk and computer work is required.
• Must possess valid drivers license and be able to drive to various company locations.

Scope

Responsibilities are generally tactical and basic in nature; however work may vary in type and complexity requiring the incumbent to be flexible to adjust to the given situation. Primary focus is on daily deliverables and outputs while at the same time developing a knowledge of the broader context in which work is being performed.

Decision Impact

Independent discretion or decision-making capability is mostly limited. There is normally a general framework of established boundaries to help employees perform their roles and make decisions. Situations that require deviation from this general framework are not typically made alone. The employee may recommend a solution however the recommendations are frequently presented to their manager or more senior level professionals for review and approval prior to the decision being made.

Hybrid Work

Position follows our hybrid work model with a minimum of two days working in the office and the remaining days working remotely. Reporting location and frequency may be subject to change based on job role and department needs.

Storm Roles

All Non-Union Employees will serve in storm roles as appropriate to their role and skillset. Please be sure to discuss storm roles with the hiring manager for this position as duties can vary across the Company. Examples of storm roles could include but arent limited to duties such as: working with operations for service center support or with the communications customer service or government affairs teams to respond to public and customer requests for information etc.

Data Governance

Utilize data to make business decisions as appropriate for the position support data stewardship activities and partner with IT on underlying data needs.