Distribution Planning Engineer 4

MLGW

$90K — $110K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
  • Tennessee Professional Engineer's License required
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in electric transmission or distribution planning or electrical distribution design
  • Completion of NIMS Training within the first year of employment
  • Valid driver's license from state of residence

Responsibilities

  • Train and direct assigned employees in analysis and planning of electric distribution systems
  • Perform system improvement analyses based on actual and predicted load data
  • Conduct detailed studies with computer analysis for electric distribution systems
  • Prepare and approve engineering designs, specifications, and requisitions
  • Coordinate planning improvement efforts with various departments and external agencies
  • Prepare records and reports, assist with budgeting and performance evaluations
  • Provide technical advice on electric distribution systems and attend related meetings

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Participation in industry and technical organizations
  • Involvement in committees related to engineering standards
  • Team-oriented work environment
  • Focus on safe work practices for all employees
Full Job Description
The essential job responsibilities of the Distribution Planning Engineer 4 will report to Supervisor, Planning & System Engineering. Train/ direct assigned non-bargaining and bargaining unit employees in and perform the analysis, planning, and system improvement of the electric distribution system. Provide planning and system improvement to the electric distribution and transmission system based on actual and predicted load data. Perform detailed studies of and planning for the electric distribution systems with aid of computer analysis. Prepare, review, and approve engineering designs / drawings, specifications, and requisitions; evaluate/ recommend gathering and interpreting load data and projections, and prepare capital improvement budget. Coordinate departmental works which include site evaluation, planning system improvement, follow-up, problem-solving, etc., with Division areas/ departments, consulting engineers, governmental agencies, and other outside parties. Prepare various records/ reports: assist in preparation of budgets and assigned employees performance evaluations. Provide technical advice and instructions concerning the electric distribution systems to various Division personnel and other requesting parties; attend various meetings to resolve problems/ answer questions. Make field trips to gather information and ensure compliance with designs, codes/ policies; authorize field charges of construction drawings as required; investigate questions/ complaints concerning electric services and power quality problems; investigate electrical accidents and testify in court for Division. Stay abreast of various rules, codes, and governmental regulations to ensure proper compliance; serve on various committees and participate in industry/ technical organizations; develop standards, procedures, and practices for design construction. Responsible for safe work practices of employees. Perform other duties as directed. Qualification Requirements: To perform the Distribution Planning 4 role, you must: -Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. -Must have Tennessee Professional Engineer's License. -Must have at least 5 years' experience in either electric transmission or distribution planning and/ or electrical distribution design. -Must have successfully complete NIMS Training within 1 year of entering the job. -Must have a valid driver's license from state of residence. Physical Working Conditions: Requires sedentary work involving standing or walking for brief periods, exerting up to 10 pounds or more of force on a regular basis.

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