Orange & Rockland Utilities

Engineer Electrical - Distribution UG T&D

United States

$100,000-$130,000

On-site

Oil and Gas

About This Job

Overview

Performs engineering responsibilities in Underground Engineering as it applies to the design, specifications, and construction of primary underground electric facilities for the distribution and transmission systems along with providing project management support including all necessary inspections for compliance with all Company and industry code requirements to provide safe and reliable service to our customers.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

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Prepares plans and specifications for primary underground electric distribution installations up to 35kV, and provide necessary oversight on the construction of these facilities.

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Performs in the development of company standards for all equipment associated with the underground transmission and distribution systems to assure compliance with National Electrical Code and National Electrical Safety Code requirements.

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Provides recommendations for the cable rebuild and rehab programs for the enhanced reliability of existing underground residential subdivisions.

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Supports the coordination for underground projects with internal departments to ensure that projects are completed per specifications, on time, and within approved budgets.

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Provides support to Operations on all issues associated with the maintenance and construction of the underground distribution and transmission systems.

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Performs conceptual interconnection designs and prepares project estimates, schedules, and capital appropriation funding requests for underground capital projects. This also includes all required project details and estimates for the five-year capital budget and long-term planning studies as required.

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Prepares plans and specifications for underground electric transmission facilities for installations up to 345kV, and provide necessary oversight on the construction of these facilities.

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Provides Operations support functions, including fuse coordination, New Business responses, and Division Engineer assistance in investigating underground system voltage problems/complaints.

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Attend meetings with other utilities and R&D seminars to keep informed and up-to-date with the latest developments in underground system materials, equipment and construction practices.

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Keeps informed of the industry and keeps up-to-date with the latest developments in the Distribution Engineering field through webinars, industry conferences, stakeholder meetings and technical committees as applicable.

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Participates in the Companys emergency management processes and storm plans as required.

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Authors procedure guides, reports and presentations to summarize and document technical analysis.

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Performs other related tasks and assignments as required.

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience

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Bachelor's Degree Engineering and A minimum of 5 years work experience in the utility industry.

Preferred Education/Experience

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Bachelor's Degree Electrical Engineering and A minimum of 5 years work experience in the utility industry.

Relevant Work Experience

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Well organized, detail-oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments and deadlines. Required

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Capable of independent work, which includes the ability to understand all facets of engineering designs and project management. Required

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Possess excellent oral and written communication skills, and have the ability to effectively interact with customers, support staff, and various levels of management. Required

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Strong analytical, technical and interpersonal skills. Required

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Demonstrates leadership skills and the ability to work on teams and cross-functional projects. Required

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5-7 years Minimum of 5 years engineering work experience in an engineering or project management / construction capacity. Preferred

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Familiarity with underground design, maintenance & construction of underground systems; with at least 1 to 2 years of direct experience with underground electric systems. Preferred

Skills and Abilities

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Demonstrated analytical skills

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Strong written and verbal communication skills

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Effective interpersonal skills

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Develops and delivers effective presentations

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Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc.

Licenses and Certifications

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Driver's License Required

Additional Physical Demands

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Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.

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Must be able and willing to travel within Company service territory, as needed.