Project Engineer Substation/Transmission Project Mgt

OUC - The Reliable One is seeking a detail-driven, strategic, and technically strong engineering professional to manage electric substation capital improvement projects that support OUC’s commitment to delivering safe, reliable, and cost-effective service to our customers.

About the role

In this role, you will coordinate and oversee engineering consultants, review transmission and substation design specifications for compliance with OUC standards, and secure the resources needed for the successful execution of capital projects. You will also represent and negotiate OUC’s interests with consultants, contractors, developers, government agencies, and industry organizations to ensure positive outcomes aligned with utility needs.

OUC is an industry leader and the second largest municipal utility in Florida, committed to innovation, sustainability, and community. Join a team of visionary change agents, strategists, and community ambassadors who understand the vital role of diverse experiences in powering creativity and industry transformation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage activities of engineering consultants and administer contracts to ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
• Perform review of engineering consultants' transmission and substation project design specifications to ensure compliance with OUC standards and desired project outcomes.
• Coordinate acquisition of all resources needed to successfully complete assigned projects including property rights, permits, materials, consultants, and contractors.
• Recommend new and updated engineering design standards, practices, procedures, methods, and material specifications which promote a safe, reliable, and cost-effective transmission and substation system.
• Recommend policy-level and procedural changes that improve design and operation of the system.
• Represent and negotiate OUC interests with consultants, vendors, contractors, developers, utilities, governmental agencies, and industry working groups.
• Attend seminars and advanced technical training as needed and available.
• Coordinate, guide, and train other personnel on specific projects and programs as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a directly related engineering degree from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• Minimum four (4) years of total experience to include electric utility substation project management; electric utility transmission/substation design engineering, project management, construction management, or operations experience.
• Advanced certification in Power Systems (preferred).
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Working knowledge of:
  • Power plant operations.
  • Real-time transmission system operations (e.g., tags, schedules, outages, operators).
  • System protection concepts, short circuit, and system command and control.
  • Transmission equipment and applications.
  • Environmental permitting processes and requirements in Central Florida.
  • Substation layout analysis and evaluation.
  • Mathematical and analytical skills.
  • Financial and budgeting concepts.
  • National Electric Safety Code.
  • Electrical maps/drawings/schematics/diagrams.
  • Substation materials and construction standards.
• Familiarity with:
  • Equipment specifications for transmission lines and substations.
  • Project financial, budgeting, and cash flow statements.
  • Spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations.
  • OUC passenger vehicle.
  • Software applications (e.g., AutoCAD, PLS CAD, Primavera, Project Management tools).
  • Related industry, organizational, and departmental policies, practices, and procedures; legal guidelines, ordinances, and laws.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Good negotiation and analytical skills.
• Adaptable and flexible in evolving work environments.
• Eagerness to learn and teach others.
• Ability to understand and apply governmental accounting practices in maintenance of financial records.
• Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, and compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) and standard office equipment (telephone, computer, copier, etc.).

Working Conditions

• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, risk of electrical shock, insects, work in confined places, and wet, humid conditions (non-weather).

Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, sitting, bending/stooping, reaching overhead.
• May lift up to forty (40) pounds.
• Speaking and hearing, repetitive motions, typing, writing, detailed inspection.
• May drive a company vehicle.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period.
• OUC’s Hybrid Retirement Program includes a fully-funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching, and a health reimbursement account.
• Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Paid parental leave.
• Educational Assistance Program, including tuition reimbursement, paid memberships in professional associations, paid conference and training opportunities.
• Wellness incentives and free access to all on-site OUC fitness facilities.
• Access to family-oriented recreational areas.
• Paid conference and training opportunities.

Pay

Salary Range: $102,837.60 - $154,256.40 annually.

Location: Pershing

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.