Electric System Engineer

General Information

ED3 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, ED3 will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Definition

The Electric System Engineer reports to the Assistant GM – Director of Engineering & Operations and serves as a subject matter expert in electrical system design, maintenance planning, operations support, and other related responsibilities as needed.

This position is structured in three levels: Level I, Level II, and Senior, based on qualifications and experience. A successful Senior Engineer will meet all requirements outlined in this position description. While Level I and Level II Engineers are not expected to meet all listed requirements initially, they should demonstrate the potential and willingness to progress toward the Senior level as they gain experience.

Job Summary

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

· Design and/or oversee contractor designs for the District’s power systems.

· Prepare drawings and specifications for the construction and installation of transmission and distribution equipment.

· Collaborate with the Assistant GM – Engineering & Operations to design, implement, and maintain a secure yet sensitive protection scheme for ED3’s distribution system.

· Provide technical support to Operations personnel.

· Contribute to the development of the annual capital budget for system improvements and expansions.

· Ensure system compliance with design and operational standards.

· Coordinate operation and maintenance activities to maximize the efficiency of power system facilities and meet customer energy demands.

· Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.

· Develop and maintain documentation and procedures for all systems.

· Manage multiple, concurrent projects with varying scopes and demands.

· Serve as a liaison between the District and its customers.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

Essential Qualifications

Demonstrated abilities:

· Managing operational growth

· Strong business planning and implementation skills

Demonstrated knowledge of:

· Design and operation of three-phase medium- and high-voltage power systems, including system protection principles

· Configuration and operation of protective relays, specifically utilizing Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) equipment

· SCADA system design and operation

· Data communications protocols, including DNP3 and Modbus

· Systems configuration management principles

· Power systems equipment, including:

o Power transformers

o Electrical switchgear

o Instrument transformers

o Air Switches

o AC/DC panelboards

o Station service batteries and associated equipment

o Other ancillary system equipment

· Computer system networking and cybersecurity principles

· Outage event analysis and power quality monitoring

· Metering systems and Automated Metering Infrastructure (AMI)

Requirements

· Knowledge of GIS planning and data management.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Project.

· Proficiency in AutoCAD.

· Excellent client interaction skills.

· Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.

· Ability to communicate clearly, confidently, and professionally with both technical and non-technical contractors and coworkers

· Willingness to work long hours and weekends when required due to outages.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent interpersonal skills.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Knowledge of the mechanics and electrical principals and theory.

· Knowledge of non-profit and public power entities.

· Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Physical Requirements:

· Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

· Must be able to remain stationary for extended periods.

· Must be able to accurately read color-coded information.

· Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Education & Experience

Education:

· Level I:

Experience:

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is typically based in an office environment. However, some responsibilities require work in the field or in electrical substations where electrical and thermal hazards may be present. The employee will receive appropriate safety training for working in these environments. Must be able to sit at a desk for prolonged periods while working on a computer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Schedule:

Work Location: In person