Electric Distribution Engineer

Reports to: Electrical Engineering Supervisor

Job Summary: This position is responsible for the planning, design and construction of the BPW Electric Distribution System, in collaboration with the Electric System Engineer.

Essential Duties

· Prepare medium term (5 year) load projection plans to avoid overloading facilities while maximizing assets.

· Create new and update existing electric construction standards.

· Ensure that primary circuit design meets service reliability and operating needs for both normal and emergency loading conditions and perform fuse coordination for new and existing infrastructures.

· Prepare substation feeder analysis showing all critical attributes including load allocation, load flow, voltage drop and fault current on substation and distributor systems.

· Prepare calculations/simulations for fault current requests.

· Coordinate and lead larger complex construction projects, that includes plan design, cost estimate, procuring easements, permits, and line extension contracts.

· Work with the Electric System Engineer on the long-term capital replacement plans and design for improving the electric distribution system.

· Oversee the smart grid system operation and maintenance.

· Develop and maintain a distribution preventative maintenance program.

· Prepare appropriate reports for management on operations and technical data related to the Electric Distribution System.

· Assist commercial and industrial customers on aspects of electric service and future planning for their facilities.

· Oversee the technical and administrative portions of the Distributed Generation Program.

· Assist GIS personnel on electrical infrastructure and ensure quality and accuracy are maintained.

· Provide technical assistance to Electric Distribution field personnel.

· Assist warehouse personnel with electrical inventory needs and part selection.

· Perform all other tasks as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program, or equivalent education and experience.

· Familiarity with electric distribution software for system analysis; GIS mapping systems; and Microsoft office software.

· Working knowledge of Michigan electrical standards.

· Valid Michigan driver’s license.

· Ability to make complex mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy.

· Interpersonal skills necessary to provide courteous and accurate information and responses to community members, vendors and various levels of BPW personnel in situations requiring tact and patience.

Preferred Qualifications

· PE License

· Electric utility or bulk power experience.

· Effective workplace skills as demonstrated through WorkKeys assessments (Workplace Documents – 5, Applied Math – 5, Graphic Literacy – 5).

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

· Normal office environment with minimum discomfort due to noise, dirt and dust.

· Periodic work at construction site locations and customer premises.

· Must be able to sit/stand in one position for extended periods of time.

· Mental ability to work on projects requiring concentration and attention to detail with periodic disruptions due to people and/or telephone calls.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties assigned to or required of this position.