Seminole Tribe of Florida, Inc

ENGINEER II - TRANSMISSION PLANNING

Seminole Tribe of Florida, Inc$70K — $95K *
Tampa, FL 33647In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution required
  • Minimum of 1.5 years of experience in planning/engineering in the electric utility industry
  • Strong analytical skills and proficiency in power system simulation
  • Ability to navigate and interpret technical documents effectively
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and technical report writing

Responsibilities

  • Model and maintain the transmission system for the Seminole and Members
  • Conduct annual and strategic transmission studies to ensure system reliability
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on transmission interconnection studies
  • Provide technical direction to non-engineer staff
  • Develop Python scripts for computer simulation tools

Benefits

  • Participates in professional development initiatives and industry forums
  • Ability to work in a collaborative and dynamic environment
  • Engagement with diverse stakeholders including national regulatory bodies
  • Opportunity for meaningful contribution to system reliability and expansion
  • Involvement in innovative transmission planning practices
Full Job Description
Position Summary Description

Responsible for the modeling of Seminole and the Member's transmission system, including model maintenance, interpreting equipment specifications and test sheets into usable model information, and verifications. Conducts annual/periodic, and strategic transmission studies to ensure system reliability and supports the expansion of the transmission system, collaborating with the Seminole Members and diverse stakeholders that include Florida Reliability Coordinating Council, internal departments, and industry participants. The work includes, but not limited to, power flow analysis, voltage studies, short circuit analysis, stability/transient analysis, and implementation of regulatory reliability standards. Performs studies and analyses that reflect current and future transmission system configurations and recommends upgrades, system modifications and/or expansion to transmission system facilities based on load growth, generation interconnection, and identified reliability needs. The position analyzes data, reports and provides recommendations. Ability to lead initiatives and work with less supervision.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution is required with a minimum of one and a half (1.5) years of planning/engineering experience in the electric utility industry or related practice. Proficiency in applying higher-level engineering concepts. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in power system simulation and technical documentation.

Core Competencies: Adaptable, Collaborative, Conscientious, Critical-Thinking, Outcome-Driven and Professional

Technical Competencies/Skills:

  • Strong foundation of electrical engineering principles
  • Adept at navigating technical documents (drawings, manuals, etc.)
  • Computational problem-solving expertise to engineering problems
  • Programming proficiency
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and in technical report writing


Soft Competencies/Skills:

  • Effective verbal/nonverbal, listening, and written communications
  • Demonstrated ability to establish and adjust priorities as necessary to work with stakeholders in resolving problems
  • Critical thinking
  • Planning and organization
  • Proactive initiative and attention to detail
  • Self-starter and eager to learn with a growth mindset to address opportunities in knowledge and skills
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Has an established a network of relationships with multiple stakeholders


Essential Functions

  • Coordinates the development and review of electrical computer simulations models of transmission lines and substations for transmission planning databases
  • Supports the analysis of and development and review of innovative transmission plans to ensure safe, reliable, effective, and efficient operations of the electric transmission system
  • Coordinates with internal stakeholders on transmission interconnection studies and affected system studies for new generation that address system impacts, economics, and project execution scheduling
  • Provides input and support to other internal departments on transmission matters such as substation capacity increases, transformer upgrades and/or replacements, line conductor replacements, operations support, and reliability upgrades
  • Provides technical direction to other non-engineer technical professionals (e.g., designers, technicians, coops, etc.,)
  • Develops Python scripts enabled programs for computer simulation tools
  • Participates in initiatives, work groups and/or industry forums that supports the inclusion of Seminole's interests
  • Participates in the power system steady-state contingency analysis, short circuit analysis, dynamic stability analysis and single point of failure analysis of the interconnected transmission system
  • Executes departmental, enterprise level, and industry required processes and procedures, including those required to demonstrate compliance with the NERC Reliability Standards and FRCC modeling requirements
  • Recommends changes in procedures, design or equipment to improve performance or efficiency
  • Participates in detailed technical analysis for the development of long-term transmission system expansion plans
  • Analyzes data, reports, and collaborates with colleagues on assigned tasks
  • Develops and delivers formal oral and written presentations which inform and persuade
  • Effectively communicates progress of projects to team per the RACI responsibilities methodology and delivers thoughtful feedback to others
  • Performs other duties as applicable to the position or as assigned


NERC Compliance: Performs NERC Compliance Program roles if/as designated in Seminole's Standard Ownership Matrix (SOM) including ongoing evidence retention in "audit-ready" form. You should also be familiar with Seminole's Enterprise Internal Compliance Program (ENT-GCD-RGC-EP-054) to further your understanding of Seminole's compliance program and your duties and responsibilities in the SOM.

Internal/External Stakeholders and Industry Groups

  • Florida Reliability Coordinating Council (FRCC)
  • Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
  • North American Regulatory Corporation (NERC)
  • Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
  • Neighboring Utilities
  • Seminole's Engineering and Maintenance, Operations Planning, Transmission Services, Load Forecasting, Finance, Planning & Analysis, Legal, and Environmental


Physical Requirements

Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), and respiratory equipment may be required. Must possess a valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle report.

Working Conditions

Normal office conditions. Some travel and work outside of normal business hours to technical seminars, conferences, professional meetings, and meetings with Member cooperative headquarters may be required. While working in certain areas of the plant, there may be extreme temperatures and conditions.

"Disclaimer - Management may modify this job description at any time and may require the performance of additional duties, or modification of physical requirements, with or without advance notice."

About Seminole Tribe of Florida, Inc

The Seminole Tribe of Florida, Inc is a Native American tribe that operates several casinos and resorts in Florida. The tribe was first recognized by the United States government in 1957 and is headquartered in Hollywood, Florida. The Seminole Tribe of Florida, Inc operates several casinos and resorts, including the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, the Seminole Casino Coconut Creek, and the Seminole Classic Casino. The tribe also operates several other businesses, including cattle ranching, citrus farming, and construction. The Seminole Tribe of Florida, Inc is committed to preserving its cultural heritage and has implemented several initiatives to promote Seminole culture and history.
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Size
14,000 employees
Industry
Founded
2015

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