Engineer I or Engineer II

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Note: this position may be filled as an Engineer I or one level higher as an Engineer II dependent upon the selected candidate's experience.

Engineer I

The Engineer I position is the entry level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees in the Engineer I position solve problems in engineering areas of specialization with close supervision. An Engineer I is expected to develop skills, and the ability to work with greater independence. An Engineer I has knowledge of fundamental concepts and procedures.

Engineer II

The Engineer II position is the intermediate level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees in the Engineer II position solve complex problems in engineering areas of specialization with general supervision. An Engineer II is expected to develop advanced skills, and the ability to work with greater independence. An Engineer II effectively applies fundamental concepts and procedures to work that is fairly complex and varied.

The person in this position will work as part of project teams to develop protection and control relay design drawing packages and material lists for high voltage substation projects at voltages including 4.16 kV, 12.5 kV, 24 kV, 44 kV, 100 kV, 230 kV, and 525 kV. These projects range from standalone relay replacements to total substation upgrades. This person will be expected to manage multiple ongoing projects. This person will be expected to interface with other engineering disciplines, project management, and construction/maintenance crews as dictated by the work and excel in adhering to project schedule demands and finding solutions to problems collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Develop protection and control design drawing packages in support of high voltage substation projects - AC schematics, DC schematics, wiring diagrams.

• Develop material lists and cable lists.

• Read/interpret conceptual One-line drawings and project scope documents.

• Perform DC System Evaluations for substation battery loading.

• Perform QA reviews for design deliverables produced by other members of the Design team.

• Assist in the ongoing development of Design standards and education of Design team on best practices.

• Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of problems of increasing scope and complexity

• 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 increasing scope and complexity

• Conducts engineering and related studies

• Completes routine engineering projects with minimal oversight with increasing ability to independently manage project schedules and interfaces; increasingly competent to design, operate and maintain systems with moderate impact on existing systems

• Possesses and applies the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures, proficient in technical and analytical competencies

• Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities

• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills

• Maintains accurate records and files

• Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally

Basic Required Qualifications - Engineer I

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program

• A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. degree

Basic Required Qualifications - Engineer II

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program

• A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. degree

• A minimum of 2 years relevant experience

Desired Qualifications

• Registration as a Professional Engineer.

• Fundamental experience in the use of CAD drafting software.

• Skilled in engineering theories and principles

• Skilled in the practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations.

• Good written and oral communication skills.

• Skilled principles of project management.

• Experience in the utility industry.

• Department specific experience applicable to the hiring department

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• Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles.

• Understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations.

• Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

• Good written and oral communication skills.

• Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.

• Understanding of basic principles of project management.

• Experience in the utility industry.

Mobility Classification - Hybrid

Travel Requirements

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