Distribution Engineer

Position Purpose and Objectives:

Under the supervision of the Engineering Manager, the Distribution Engineer I/II/III performs a wide variety of engineering work that may include functions such as design, sectionalizing and maintenance of the SCADA, Outage Management System, FLISR, Fault Location (Advanced Distribution Management System) and automation systems.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Distribution Engineer I:

Distribution Engineer I is the entry level in the engineering series. Under close to general supervision within a framework of established policies and procedures, incumbents perform a variety of engineering and administrative tasks of limited to moderate difficulty. Assignments are given in specific terms and are subject to frequent review while in progress and upon completion, except where tasks are well defined by established standards, policies and procedures. Assignments may cover the entire field of electrical engineering and may include other engineering and technical disciplines.

This class is distinguished from the intermediate-level Engineer II class by the routine nature and limited complexity of work assignments and the level of supervision received. Upon recommendation of the immediate supervisor and approval by the department manager, incumbents in this class may advance to the Engineer II classification after gaining experience and achieving proficiency that meets the Engineer II experience requirements. Incumbents in the Engineer I classification report to the Engineering Manager.

Distribution Engineer II:

Distribution Engineer II is the fully qualified career level in the engineering series. Under general supervision within a framework of established policies and procedures, incumbents perform a variety of engineering and administrative tasks of moderate difficulty requiring the use of some independent judgment. Assignments are given in general terms and are subject to periodic review while in progress and upon completion. Assignments may cover the entire field of electrical engineering and include other engineering and technical disciplines.

This class is distinguished from the entry-level Engineer I class by the increased complexity of work assignments and level of independence with which assignments are performed and the decreased level of supervision received. This class is distinguished from the advanced-level Engineer III class which has responsibility for performing the most difficult and complex engineering assignments. Incumbents in the Engineer II classification report to the Engineering Manager.

Distribution Engineer III:

Distribution Engineer III is the fully qualified, advanced level Engineer in the series. Under minimal supervision within and with the lack of a framework of established policies and procedures, incumbents perform a variety of engineering and administrative tasks of more complex difficulty requiring the use of independent judgment and creative ingenuity. Assignments are given in general terms and are subject to periodic review while in progress and upon completion. Assignments may cover the entire field of electrical engineering and include other engineering and technical disciplines.

This class is distinguished from the Engineer II class by the increased complexity of work assignments and level of independence with which assignments are performed, and the further decreased level of supervision received. This class is distinguished from the advanced-level Senior Engineer class which has responsibility for performing the most difficult and complex engineering assignments, may function as the engineer in charge of a project or program, and may supervise or direct the work of others. Incumbents in the Engineer III classification report to the Engineering Manager.

Essential Job Functions:

Secondary Job Functions:

Shares on-call with other engineering staff. May be asked to represent engineering on company groups and committees.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must hold a valid Colorado driver’s license or have the ability to obtain one.

Must have a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET* accredited program.

Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)*

Distribution Engineer I

AND applicable experience in an engineering function.

Distribution Engineer II

AND at least five (5) years’ engineering experience and/or demonstrated ability to perform intermediate level functions relevant to the position with reduced supervision.

Distribution Engineer III

AND at least ten (10) years’ engineering experience and/or demonstrated ability to perform advanced level functions relevant to the position with minimal supervisor.

Desired Qualifications:

Professional Engineer (PE) registration is desired, but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Supervisory Duties:

No Supervisory Duties. May mentor or direct the work of lower level Engineers, administrative staff and/or student interns.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes an employee retirement plan, 401K with match, paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. For a full list of benefits, please visit our careers page at https://www.unitedpower.com/careers.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Not to discriminate on the basis of Race/Color/Creed/Religion/Sex(including Gender Identity, Pregnancy, Sexual Orientation)/Marital Status/Age (40 or older)/National Origin/Veteran or Military Status/Disability/Medical Condition/Genetic Information//Unemployment Status or any other characteristics prohibited by Federal, State and/or local laws.