Power Engineering Technologist II - CC

About the role

This is the second level of the Distribution Engineering Technologist classification. The purpose of this position is to provide an intermediate level of experienced technical expertise to accurately evaluate complex options and provide power distribution facility designs for residential and small to medium size commercial and industrial projects in a safe, cost effective, and reliable manner.

Incumbents are expected to demonstrate an intermediate to high level of experience with customer design and workflow processes/procedures and technical skills in the client’s specific areas of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Interpret codes, standards, regulations, requirements, and guidelines. Maintain records and files and update the appropriate company/client systems.
• Apply client/company policies and procedures in the development of moderately difficult to complex site designs for electrical distribution facilities to serve a variety of customers.
• Create safe and cost-effective designs for projects of a moderate to difficult nature in the areas of overhead or underground distribution projects across geographic areas such as commercial, industrial projects, extra facility projects, high-profile projects, highway relocation projects, and other projects requiring the highest reliability per client/customer specifications and procedures.
• Prepare project and job packages that include material lists, requisitions, site drawings, and construction drawings for various installations of electrical facilities in a cost-effective manner that maximizes safety and service reliability.
• Coordinate with construction personnel and client/customer to resolve jobsite issues related to project design or customer issues.
• Create work requests using the current work management tool and communicate effectively with client and/or end-use customers on schedules, commitments, project feasibility, timeframes, and expectations.
• Properly apply client/company reliability principles for the resolution of power quality issues by evaluating loading of various overhead/underground equipment components and ensuring a safe and cost-effective design and installation.
• Develop relationships with key internal and external customers while supporting both company and client’s business goals and expectations while representing themselves both positively and professionally.
• Perform field work as required to validate customer and system requirements.
• Assist with the training of other employees.
• Learn, practice, and promote all safety policies and procedures 100% of the time.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• High school degree or GED (required).
• Associate degree (AA or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school) or Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in non-engineering science, math, or business (preferred). Note: In certain situations, an Associate Degree or 4-year degree may be required based upon client project or contractual requirements.
• 1-3 years of experience in utility power distribution engineering or craft.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals and operational procedures.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees.
• Proficient in mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, percentages, ratios, and basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Self-motivated, reliable, trustworthy, and technically competent.
• Demonstrated team player with negotiating and time management skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient user of personal computers, particularly Microsoft Office-based applications.
• Ability to constructively manage multiple tasks.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and vehicle suitable for business use (mileage reimbursement may apply).
• Ability to participate in storm restoration activities as a Driver, Wire-sitter, or Damage Assessor (DA only if qualified by storm experience).

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.

• Stand: 1/3 to 2/3 of the time (Frequently)
• Walk: 1/3 to 2/3 of the time (Frequently)
• Sit: 1/3 to 2/3 of the time (Frequently)
• Talk or Hear: 2/3 and more of the time (Regularly)
• Use Hands to Feel, Handle, or Finger Tools or Controls: 2/3 and more of the time (Regularly)
• Climb or Balance: Up to 1/3 of the time (Occasionally)
• Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl: Up to 1/3 of the time (Occasionally)
• Reach with Hands and Arms: Up to 1/3 of the time (Occasionally)
• Lift or Exert Force: Up to 10 pounds (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), up to 25 pounds (up to 1/3 of the time).

Special vision requirements:

• Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
• Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
• Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
• Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust the eyes to bring an object into sharp focus)

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Wet, humid conditions (non-weather): Up to 1/3 of the time (Occasionally)
• Work near moving mechanical parts: Up to 1/3 of the time (Occasionally)
• Work in high, precarious places: Up to 1/3 of the time (Occasionally)
• Outdoor weather conditions: Up to 1/3 of the time (Occasionally)
• Risk of electrical shock: Up to 1/3 of the time (Occasionally)
• Noise level in the work environment: Moderate Noise (e.g., business office with typewriters and/or computer printers, light traffic)