Transmission and Distribution Services Engineer I, II, III, or Senior

Applications will be accepted through July 2, 2025 – Apply on-line at www.wfec.com.

A Transmission & Distribution Services Engineer position on the Transmission & Distribution Staff is open for placement. This position could be filled at an Engineer I, Engineer II, Engineer III, or Senior Engineer level based on the applicant's education and experience, see the Qualifications section for additional requirements.

SUMMARY: Under general supervision of the Transmission & Distribution Services (T&DS) Manager, the incumbent provides engineering services for the power transmission and substation areas including power design and construction of transmission assets. In addition, this individual will have project manager responsibility for the design of transmission lines, distribution substations, and transmission switch stations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Include the following: other duties may be assigned. Designs transmission lines, substations, and switch stations according to Rural Utility Service (RUS) specifications, rules, and procedures. Coordinates activities with consulting engineers concerning T&DS project design. Prepares and maintains a schedule and budget for assigned T&DS projects. Provides reports on the status of T&DS project milestones and adjusts schedules accordingly. Controls expenditures within limitations of T&DS project budget. Coordinates preparation and delivery of T&DS project deliverables, design documents, and bid packages. Prepares detailed specifications for the purchase of construction material and equipment. Reviews project design for compliance with engineering principles, standards, contract requirements, and related specifications. Evaluates and approves design changes, specifications, and drawings. Provides status and progress reports to management. Acts as project manager on T&DS transmission line and station projects. Assists with preliminary line routing and site selection and coordinates with environmental and right‑of‑way personnel during the development of the line routes or station sites. Assists protection engineers to obtain and maintain system data and computer programs necessary to provide all information required for relay, fuse, and recloser coordination of the transmission system. Prepares project management documents and project budgets and creates documentation for completion and close out of projects according to RUS guidelines. Attends meetings and conferences and performs research as necessary to stay informed of technical development in the power transmission & distribution industry. Coordinates with member distribution cooperatives regarding new and existing facilities. Serves as the T&DS subject matter expert in support of WFEC's Geographic Information System (GIS) and Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) system.

COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Analysis/Design: Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures; Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.

Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Professional Knowledge: Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into applications; Uses feedback to modify recommendations; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Oral and Written Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings; Writes clearly and informatively; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Planning/Organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.

Project Management: Develops project plans; Coordinates projects effectively; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.

Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change; delays, or unexpected outcomes.

Customer Service: Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments to customers.

Cost Consciousness: Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and behaviors required of this position.

Education and Experience:

Transmission & Distribution Engineer I ($87,097 - $135,089) - Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering. Entry level electrical engineer assisting higher classifications or more experienced engineers in engineering work pertaining to design, system protection and controls of the transmission system, including checkout of new facilities, engineering support to technicians and modifications to improve existing substations and transmission lines. Includes basic project management. Works with others in the department and others in the transmission engineering area.

Transmission & Distribution Engineer II ($96,064 - $150,571) - Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering and two (2) years of professional engineering experience in an electric utility environment. Performs engineering work pertaining to design and modification of the transmission and distribution systems. Plans, designs, and coordinates the checkout of new facilities, provides engineering support for T&DS projects including modification of existing facilities, and supports the work of technicians in the T&DS department. Prepares project management documents and creates documentation for completion and close out of projects according to RUS guidelines. Gathers cost information.

Transmission & Distribution Engineer III ($105,442 - $167,018) - Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering and five (5) years of directly related engineering experience, of which three (3) years must be engineering experience in an electric utility environment are required. Performs engineering work pertaining to design and modification of the transmission and distribution systems. Plans, designs, and coordinates the checkout of new facilities and modifications on existing transmission and substation facilities. Has project responsibility for more complex projects that require extensive knowledge and experience. Prepares project management documents, project budgets, and creates documentation for completion and close out of projects according to RUS guidelines. Gathers cost information.

Senior Transmission & Distribution Engineer ($115,218 - $184,440) - Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering and eight (8) years of directly related engineering experience, of which three (3) years must be engineering experience in an electric utility environment and certification as a Professional Engineer (P.E.). Top technical engineering position without formal supervisor responsibilities. Acts as project or team leader on specific station or transmission system projects. Uses extensive transmission engineering experience to handle the more difficult or challenging projects. Also, serves as the coordinator for projects requiring multiple engineers. Functions as a staff specialist in application of advanced theories, concepts, principles and processes.

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of employees, managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry, trigonometry, calculus and differential equations. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills: Working knowledge of applicable computer programming languages related to electrical engineering such as PLS-CADD, PSS/E, Milsoft, and Aspen. Proficient at operating personal computers using Microsoft Office Suite, Microstation and other computer-aided engineering software applications.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: This position requires a current driver's license. P.E. certification is required for senior level.

WORK SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS: This position may require a work schedule in excess of 40 hours a week and travel on short notice.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and may be required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision. Vision and hearing must be normal or corrected to normal.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to occasional risk of electrical shock and moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. In accordance with WFEC Administrative Procedure 805-Alcohol and Drug-Free Workplace this position is classified as "safety sensitive".

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