Independently performs physical design, grading and site design, or structural design (E-V, E-VI) of highly complex electrical power substations or transmission lines. Creates drawings, specifications, and contract documents to be used for construction, fabrication, or site grading. (E-IV) Responsible for coordinating the training of new design associates. Conducts research, engineering studies, the evaluation and approval of materials, and design standards development. Evaluates, selects, and applies standard and unique design techniques, procedures, and criteria required for design development, exercising judgment in making adaptations and modifications (E-V, E-VI) for highly complex design projects. Represents Design Services as an internal part of a corporate team on assignments with clear and specific objectives. Leads the development and modification of design standards. (E-V, E-VI) May represent corporation in court of law providing legal testimony on engineering standards and practices. Responsible for conducting design review of complex design projects. Senior engineering lead for technical consultation and support within the Design Services department, other functional areas, and Electric Membership Cooperatives as required. Represents Corporation in court of law providing legal testimony on complex projects and associated engineering standards and practices. Primary researcher conducting engineering studies and evaluating materials, taking action on findings. (E-V) Assists in the preparation of goals and (E-VI) group budget requirements. Initiates and leads process improvement initiatives.
Experience: (E-IV) Six (6) years experience, (E-V) Eight (8) years experience, (E-VI) Ten (10) years experience design or maintenance in the electric utility industry.
Equivalent Experience: (E-IV) Four (4) years, (E-V) Six (6) years, (E-VI) Eight (8) years with PE registration.
Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations: Georgia Professional Engineer (PE) Registration preferred.
Specialized Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, Microsoft Word and Excel, and AutoCAD.