Technical Specialist 1, Substation Engineering

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Supervisor/Manager this entry-level position is responsible for coordinating and supporting technical activities. The role requires technical aptitude, problem-solving ability, and excellent teamwork skills to be successful.
• Provides technical assistance in support of others.
• Applies technical knowledge to help promote a safe work environment and to enhance customer satisfaction

Job Description:

• Performs assignments in specialized areas requiring technical expertise. 

• Reviews functional specifications for completeness and consideration of practical limitations. 

• Coordinates activities as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. 

• May support the review of technical documentation. 

• Supports basic work planning, coordination, budgeting, and cost estimating. 

• May support the development and updates of single line diagrams, and equipment specifications for engineering review and approval.  

• Supports material procurement.

• Collaborates with activities in the QA/QC process. 

• Provides basic technical support to field and construction groups. 

• Utilizes and improves processes and standards. 

• Provides reporting, including presentations to work groups and management. 

• Position may be required to work extended hours including major storm restoration work and associated drills as assigned.

• Other duties as assigned. 

Additional Job Description:

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• BS in a technical field or BS Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited college.
• Zero to two years of professional engineering experience.

Skills

• Business knowledge in the utility & regulated environment. 
• Interpersonal and relationship development skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with internal and external customers.
• Team player and ability to prioritize assignments to meet commitments.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to resolve technical issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3.2 GPA or higher preferred.
• Master’s degree in a technical discipline.
• Working knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes, methods, and practices necessary to perform routine assignments.
• Experience in utility industry trade organizations.
• Experience with MS Office, 365, Word, PowerPoint, Excel

Travel Requirements

• Travels: Yes
•  Percent of time: 30% approximately
•  Overnight required: Yes

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position - Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling/Reaching - Seldom
• Climb - Seldom
• Kneel - Seldom
• Grab - Seldom
• Bend - Seldom
• Lift/carry over - 10 - 30 LBS approximately.
• Vision - Vision acuity to operate vehicle.
• Hearing - Receive detailed information if spoken to

Working Conditions

• Wet or Humid - Seldom
• Working near or on moving mechanical parts - Seldom
• Working near or on heavy machinery - Seldom
• Working in high places - Seldom
• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles - Seldom
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - Seldom
• Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions - Seldom
• Work with Electricity - Seldom
• Loud noise conditions (above 87dB)- Seldom

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and it is because of this that we offer equal employment opportunity to both our employees and candidates, while also striving for an environment that is free of any form of discrimination and harassment. We base our employment decision solely on the qualifications of the individual, their merits, and the present needs of the business.