Electrical Power System Engineer

Powder River Energy Corp; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Powder River Energy Corporation (PRECorp) is seeking an Electrical System Engineer for our Gillette, Wyoming location. The role focuses on load forecasting, long-range planning, operation support, distribution coordination and protection, with opportunities to innovate and grow within the cooperative.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years in electric utilities, strong analytical and communication skills, and knowledge of transmission/distribution operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of electric utility or related experience.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent communication, member service and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of transmission and distribution system operations.
• Proficiency with engineering software such as Milsoft WindMil and LightTable; MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Focus on load forecasting and long-range planning.
• Provide operation support and distribution coordination.
• Contribute to protection schemes and system reliability.
• Collaborate with team and stakeholders to drive innovation and growth within PRECorp.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Teamwork

Integrity and confidentiality

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Milsoft WindMil

LightTable

MS Office Suite

Job description

Powder River Energy Corporation (PRECorp) is an electric cooperative serving 5 counties with residential and commercial electric service located in Northeastern Wyoming. Committed to providing reliable and efficient electricity to our communities, we are dedicated to innovation and excellent service to our members. Currently seeking an Electrical System Engineer in our Gillette, WY location.

We are currently seeking a dedicated Electrical System Engineer to join our team in Gillette, Wyoming. The chosen candidate will play a vital role in our engineering department, focusing on load forecasting, long-range planning, operation support, distribution coordination and protection. As well as opportunities to innovate and grow across the cooperative business.

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess The Following Qualifications

• Passion for utility engineering with an interest in long-range planning.
• A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent communication, member service and problem-solving abilities.
• 5+ years of electric utility or related experience
• Ability to perform complex engineering analysis and planning for system specifications and requirements.
• Knowledge of transmission and distribution system operations.
• Ability to organize work and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge and experience in utilization of computer application for engineering functions. Working knowledge with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Milsoft WindMil, and LightTable, as well as other software applications utilized within PRECorp.
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) and ability to be an effective member of a team are required.
• A high degree of integrity and the ability to handle confidential information will be required.
• A valid driver's license is required.

PRECorp is an EEOE and a Drug Free Workplace.