Electrical Engineer

Og&e; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Og&e is seeking an engineer to develop plans and specifications for new facilities and maintain operations of existing ones. The role involves field investigations, design work, and coordinating design aspects into comprehensive projects.

Staff and Senior levels are posted, with degrees in engineering or PE and related experience. The position offers opportunities to lead projects, manage budgets, and ensure adherence to national and local codes and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Must have engineering knowledge and ability to work under supervision
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Responsibilities

• Prepares engineering analysis for small/routine projects including preliminary design, calculation, life cycle cost and equipment selection
• Prepare and interpret schematics, drawings, layouts and other visual aids
• Supports safety programs and design standards adherence
• Assists upper level engineers while developing engineering skills
• Reviews proposed changes to engineering standards and guidelines
• Ensures design specifications conform to codes and regulations
• Conducts field surveys to gather data
• Reviews development plans for compliance with standards
• Provides on-the-job training to staff
• Functions as quality inspector or defines quality requirements
• Manages multiple projects, budgets, schedules and resources

Job description

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** This job is being posted across two skill levels (Staff/Level II) and (Senior/Level III). Applicants will be considered for the higher of the two levels in which they qualify. **

Develops plans and specifications, performs analysis, and provides reports on assigned tasks involving design and construction of new facilities or operation and maintenance of existing facilities. Technically involved in the resolution of equipment and operational problems that may include performing field investigation or inspections, performing design work, and detailed checking of design computations done by others, or general coordination of specific design aspects into a project.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Complex responsibilities related to primary focus of job area. Uses best practices and in-depth business knowledge to solve complex problems and improve products or services. May adapt procedures, processes and techniques to meet the more complex requirements of position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepares engineering analysis for small/routine projects to include: preliminary design, calculation, life cycle cost and equipment selection.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Prepare and interpret schematics, drawings, layouts and other visual aids.
• Supports company safety programs and initiatives by following all EHS and Operating procedures and adhering to established design standards.
• Assists upper level engineers as directed while developing specialized engineering skills.
• Reviews and critiques proposed changes to engineering standards, policies and guidelines.
• Assures that all design specifications conform to the latest national and local codes, rules and regulations.
• Conducts surveys to gather field data.
• Review development plans for compliance with adopted engineering standards and good engineering practices.
• Provides on-the-job training to new staff.
• Functions as quality inspector or defines quality requirements on engineering designs and projects.
• Manages multiple projects and associated budgets, schedules and resources.

REQUIREMENTS

STAFF

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or PE, And 2 years related engineering experience (which may include non-Engineer experience such as Engineering Internship, Design, Drafting, and Engineering Tech experience. This type of experience will be counted at half rate.)

SENIOR

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or PE And 5 years related engineering experience (at least 3 years as an Engineer and a maximum of 2 years related experience which may include non-Engineer experience such as Engineering Internship, Design, Drafting, and Engineering Tech experience. This type of experience will be counted at half rate.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), including design, commissioning, operation, and maintenance activities.
• Experience with Long-Life Lithium-Ion Batteries, Power Conversion Systems (PCS), Energy Management Systems (EMS), Battery Management Systems (BMS), inverters, and associated balance-of-plant electrical equipment.
• Experience with SCADA, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), and plant monitoring systems used for control, automation, and operation of energy storage facilities.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• May be exposed to extreme conditions and inclement weather.
• May be required to work at heights up to and exceeding thirty (30) feet, underground and in confined spaces.
• May be required to work non-standard work schedules.

SPECIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Member will not be required to drive in order to perform their job duties.
• The operation, maintenance or oversight of critical services and infrastructure including but not limited to, electric utilities, power generation or distribution;
• Able to manage multiple projects with shifting priorities.
• Ability to work within stringent deadlines.
• Interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with diverse personalities.
• In depth knowledge and experience in multiple engineering initiatives.
• Self motivated.
• Strong project leadership skills.
• Able to work without supervision and make independent decisions.
• Able to communicate effectively in speech and writing with members at all levels throughout the organization and outside professionals.
• Strong problem solving, organizational and analytical skills.

HEALTH AND SAFETY (MEDICAL/DOT REQUIREMENTS)

• Exams position specific - Consult Health & Safety
• This position is classified as a Safety-Sensitive Job under state law. Individuals in this position are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in OGE Energy Corp.’s Drug Testing Plan.

SALARY RANGE

Staff: $79,643 - $106,184
Senior: $96,262 -$128,357