Greenville Utilities Commission: Electric Substation & Control Engineer

Join Greenville Utilities Commission (GUC) and contribute to sustainable and reliable utility solutions for our community. We offer a friendly, supportive work environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth, recognition, and a strong commitment to safety.

Pay

Salary Range: $114,108.80 – $181,341.60
Anticipated Hiring Range: $114,108.80 – $147,700.80 (commensurate with skills and experience)

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Benefits

• Medical and Dental Plans
• Local Government Retirement System (LGERS) eligibility for regular full-time and designated part-time employees
• 401(k) and 457 plans, including company 401(k) employer contribution
• On-Site Health Clinic
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Professional Development opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Computer Purchase Program

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for the management, leadership, and direction of the department’s substation, controls, communications, and load management group, including installation, maintenance, and repair of substation facilities, communication facilities, generation facilities, and building electrical and control facilities, as well as maintenance and repair of distribution equipment.
• Manages and directs the work of the Substation and Controls Engineering section and the Substation and Control operations personnel. Performs annual and semi-annual performance evaluations.
• Manages and coordinates multiple projects utilizing internal and external resources; prepares specifications and bid packages for equipment purchases related to substation and controls facilities.
• Assists the department head in the development of the department’s annual budget and long-range work plans (five-year).
• Develops the overall system protection or coordination scheme of the transmission and distribution system.
• Monitors the loading and performance of substation and control facilities and initiates routines and programs oriented toward maintaining or improving the reliability of these facilities.
• Prepares or assists in the preparation of switching orders as required.
• Performs after-hours standby duty at the engineering level.
• Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• Over five years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license.

Qualifications

Preferred:

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License in the State of North Carolina.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification.