Electrical Distribution Engineer – Utility Design & Automation

Lakeworthbeachfl

Lake Worth (TX)

On-site

USD 92,667,019 - 124,730,659

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and Sick Leave Accruals

13 Paid Holidays + 3 Floating Holidays

Medical Benefits (life, dental, vision

Retirement Plan

Job summary

The City of Lake Worth Beach is seeking an Electrical Distribution Engineer to design Overhead and Underground URD systems and support Electric Utility initiatives. The role collaborates with Transmission & Distribution, SysOps, and other departments to improve reliability and capital project delivery.

Ideal candidates have a BSEE, 5+ years in distribution systems, and experience with AutoCAD, Milsoft, ArcGIS, MS Project, and Excel.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or related field preferred.
Five or more years of experience in Electrical Distribution Systems.
Must have a valid automobile Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

Participates in onsite Distribution Design of Overhead and Underground Electric Distribution projects, project deliverables and activities.
Provides technical assistance to the Distribution Department as required.
Develops project objectives and plans conferring with management using Microsoft project and excel.
Under the supervision of the DEM completes technical distribution projects.
Designing, implementing, and/or maintaining digital distribution equipment such as automated capacitor banks, sectionalizing devices, and other smart equipment in coordination with protection and control group.
Attending meetings with management/and with contractors.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
This person must be able to work collaboratively with other members of the City of Lake Worth Beach staff, technology providers and contractors.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team depending on the assignment or situation.
Strong analytical and critical thinking, with the ability to identify opportunities that can improve efficiency.
Working knowledge of the planning, design construction or operation of utility scale electric distribution systems.
Working knowledge of preventative and predictive maintenance best practices.
Coordinates and interfaces with other departments, construction, Transmission & Distribution (T&D), department planners, vendors, and contractors.
Learns, interprets, adheres to and enforce company policies, i.e., Safety, Line Extension and the National Electric Safety Code.