Electrical Distribution Engineer

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Distribution planning and design experience from the initial conceptual/feasibility study and cost estimating phase through detailed design, installation, and startup phases is essential including:

• Experience in performing Long Range Plans, Construction Work Plans, and Coordination Studies for electric distribution cooperatives.
• Experience in the design and installation of new and modified overhead distribution and underground distribution facilities.
• Experience in performing engineering analysis utilizing Milsoft’s WindMil and Light Table software.
• Experience in preparing settings for distribution reclosers and breakers.
• Experience in performing Periodic Work Order Inspections.
• Ability to develop and maintain technical standards associated with distribution work.
• Utility relocation planning and coordination.
• Ability to interact and communicate with clients.
• Strong oral and written communication skills required along with strong presentation skills.
• Coordination with substation engineers, P&C specialists, designers, manufacturers, and other suppliers.
• Experience with RUS standards and documents, the NESC, and knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, IEC, NERC/RFC, NFPA/NEC and other industry standards and codes.
• Prepares written technical documents such as planning reports, design criteria, specifications and other technical documents.
• Some travel is required.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Transmission design using PLSCAD.
• Substation design.
• Distributed Generation interconnect studies and system impact studies.
• AutoCAD and ESRI experience

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS in electrical engineering from accredited university
• 5+ years minimum experience with distribution design and planning experience
• PE license preferred. If not a current PE, applicant expected to obtain license. 

Essential Physical Functions: Stand or sit – must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.  Walk –this position requires the ability to move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. – 25% of the time.  Full range of motion to walk, stoop and stand while working on worksites – 25% of the time.  Use hands/fingers – must be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer – 50% of the time.  Talk – This position frequently communicates with internal and external customers, must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations – 25% of the time.  Vision – must be able to clearly focus on information located on a computer screen, paperwork, etc. – 50% of the time.  Lift/Carry – must be able to lift/carry up to 30 lbs. of site equipment when necessary.