Engineer, Substation Technical Engineering (Hybrid)

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Position Summary 

This position provides technical engineering support for Transmission and Distribution substation equipment. The Engineer will independently perform engineering analyses, review diagnostic and test reports, and provide technical engineering guidance related to equipment condition, maintenance, and reliability, including the administration and support of oil sampling, testing, and analysis programs with applied engineering judgment to identify abnormal conditions, trends, and potential risks. The role supports and contributes technical input to engineering projects, including the integration of online monitoring technologies for substation assets, and serves as a technical resource to operations, maintenance, and engineering teams while collaborating with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure data accuracy, effective asset management, and reliable operation of critical substation equipment. In addition, this position contributes to maintenance and asset strategies, supports emergency response activities, and assists in the continuous improvement of analytical methods, reporting tools, and engineering support processes. 

Essential Functions 

• Provide engineering support for Transmission and Distribution substation equipment, including transformers, breakers, switches, and other equipment supporting system operations and maintenance. 

• Provide technical support for new and existing projects for the integration of online monitoring systems into substation assets. 

• Review and evaluate test reports and provide technical engineering guidance for substation battery systems. 

• Administration of oil sampling, testing, and analysis program(s) including purchase order development, invoicing, and resource tracking. 

• Ensure all analyses, reports, and data tracking are completed with exceptional accuracy and attention to detail. 

• Interfaces directly with internal customers and external vendors on analysis results and resolving data, tracking, and invoicing issues. 

• Manage emergency oil analysis equipment and procedures during substation emergencies. 

• Assists with the development of strategy, operating philosophy, and technical basis for the emergent maintenance and/or replacement of Transmission and Distribution substation assets. 

• Perform analyses and produce customized reports on substation equipment for customers, key stakeholders, and management. 

• Receive, research, and answer inquiries from various internal and external stakeholders. 

• Collaborate effectively with others, including employees within the Engineering and Station Operations organizations, to ensure consistency and teamwork. 

• Lead special department and company assignments and/or programs as required. 

• Coaches and develops performance other staff as required. 

• Participate in storm restoration and emergency duty assignments. 

• May be required to work periodic on-call assignments. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications: 

Technical Knowledge/Skill:  

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies and ensure data integrity. 

• Ability to work accurately under pressure and maintain precision in all tasks. 

• Working knowledge of transmission and distribution assets with a focus on oil-filled substation