Commissioning Engineer

Commissioning Engineer

Join our team at East River Electric Power Cooperative! We are seeking an engineer who is enthusiastic about achieving results and can assist in testing and commissioning substation equipment, ensuring all operations proceed smoothly and meet established standards. In this role, you will work closely with our skilled substation technicians to enhance testing procedures, review outcomes, and identify opportunities to improve our energization process. Engineer level within the job family will be determined by qualifications and experience. On the job training will be provided!

At East River Electric Power Cooperative we're dedicated to providing reliable and affordable wholesale power to our members across 40,000 square miles of service area. As a not-for-profit generation and transmission cooperative, we provide electricity to 24 rural electric distribution cooperatives and one municipally owned electric system serving eastern South Dakota and western Minnesota. Our members, in turn, power the lives of the member-owners in their service territories.

Our Cooperative Community

As a cooperative, we do things differently! The decisions we make are made with our members in mind. We've built our foundation on Touchstone Energy's four cooperative values: integrity, accountability, innovation, and commitment to community. These values represent the cooperative difference, which is why we value things like community outreach, teamwork, and work-life balance. The unique cooperative business model is designed to provide both growth and stability. This is just a little insight into why our members trust us to provide safe, reliable, and affordable power and service every day.

This incredible job opportunity awaits you at our main campus in Madison, South Dakota. Madison offers a warm and welcoming small-town atmosphere combined with modern amenities that make it the perfect place for you and your family. Take advantage of great resources like the state-of-the-art Madison Regional Hospital, experience the innovative campus of Dakota State University, enjoy a thriving community center, and more. With two stunning lakes nearby, recreational opportunities are abundant, and you'll be just a short drive away from many of eastern South Dakota's most popular attractions.

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What You'll Accomplish

As a valued member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference every day. Your education, skills, and experience will be put to excellent use, contributing to our mission of delivering exceptional wholesale power to our members. You'll work alongside passionate professionals who embody the cooperative values of integrity, accountability, innovation, and commitment to community. We believe in investing in your growth and development, which is why we offer paid training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. In this position you will:

- Plan, coordinate, and perform the commissioning of substation protection, control, and power circuits.

- Develop outage, energization, and commissioning plans.

- Review relay settings, support asset management, and troubleshoot protection and control systems alongside experienced field crews.

- Dive into design reviews, prepare specs, estimate costs, and play a role in equipment purchasing decisions.

- Participate in project meetings, help improve department documentation, and stay current on industry standards and innovations.

- Communicate technical info clearly-whether in reports, manuals, or casual conversations with your teammates

Showcase Your Knowledge, Abilities, and Expertise. Do you have?

- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

- Some direct utility or general engineering experience is a plus but not required

- Registration as a Professional Engineer, or the ability to obtain one within four years, is preferred (A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of PE registration.)

- Valid driver's license

- Working knowledge of applicable industry standards (IEEE, RUS, NESC, NEC)

- The ability to work collaboratively with others and develop positive working relationships

- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office products and computer technology

Benefits that Matter

At East River, we value your well-being and want you to thrive. That's why we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

- Retirement pension plan and contribution to a 401(k) savings plan

- Medical insurance with employer contribution to a Health Savings Account (HSA)

- Paid training and development opportunities

- Access to a wellness program and financial planning resources

- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

- 9/80 work schedule, which gives you every other Friday off to encourage a work-life balance

Want to learn more about East River? Visit our website's career pages and hear what our current employees have to say.

Questions? Contact hr@eastriver.coop or (605) 256-4536.

Position is open until filled, with initial interviews expected to begin during the week of October 6.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.