Engineer I, System Planning

Lee County Electric Cooperative (LCEC); North Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive plan

Medical, vision and dental insurance

401(k) plan with a generous 6% company

Company funded Pension Plan

On-site wellness/medical facility

Disability insurance (short & long‑ter

Health Savings Account with anEmployer

Flexible Spending Account

Paid time off and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Group life insurance

Critical Illness and Accident

Job summary

Lee County Electric Cooperative (LCEC) in North Fort Myers, FL seeks an Engineer I, System Planning to perform a broad scope of engineering duties in the Electric Operations division. The role supports forecasts, data retrieval, and planning studies across distribution, transmission, and substations.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 2–5 years of experience, with Florida driver’s license; PE license preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 2–5 years of engineering experience, power engineering preferred.
• Florida driver's license required; PE license (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Data retrieval for analysis and reporting (SCADA, hourly PV, weather data).
• Develop and update system, delivery point, substation, and feeder forecasts.
• Perform distribution/transmission analyses and studies as needed.
• Become proficient in System Planning software for forecasting and modeling.
• Support Storm Restoration and extended hours during emergencies.

Skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Project coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Excel

System Planning software

Job description

JOB TITLE: Engineer I, System Planning

Location: North Fort Myers, FL

Work Hours: M-F 8:00am - 5:00pm

Our benefits include:

• Company-wide annual incentive plan
• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan with a generous 6% company match
• Company funded Pension Plan
• On-site wellness/medical facility
• Company paid Short & Long-Term Disability insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Wellness program with financial rewards
• Tuition reimbursement
• Group life insurance
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

LCEC provides reliable, cost-competitive electricity to more than 260,000 members throughout a five-county service territory located in Southwest Florida.We employ approximately 485 skilled employees and are one of more than 900 electric distribution cooperatives located throughout the United States.LCEC has been recognized locally and statewide as an industry leader and continually receives acknowledgment for the work that our employees do in the community along with other civic, environmental and professional honors.

Position Summary:

This position is also responsible for performing a broad scope of technical duties and engineering assignments, supporting senior staff, in a variety of disciplines within the Electric Operations division.

Position Responsibilities

• Data Retrieval for Analysis & Reporting: Retrieve Scada data for system, delivery points, substations, and feeders. Retrieve hourly PV generation, PV capacity, and number of PV customers data. Retrieve weather data.
• Electric System Knowledge: Learn & understand LCEC’s electric system components and activities. Interface with various personnel & departments to ensure efficient resolution to issues. Expand knowledge of industry standards, developments and technology.
• Distribution Analysis: Develop and update system, delivery point, substation, and feeder forecasts. Perform distribution load flow studies based on load forecast, Perform distribution contingency analysis, perform distribution capacitor studies as needed, perform phase balancing analysis as needed, perform motor start and voltage dip analysis as needed, update short circuit distribution impedance data, update and maintain black start analysis for distribution feeders, perform distribution operational studies as needed, develop capital budget projects for distribution system improvement, update and maintain PV generation report, perform PV studies on the distribution system, update and maintain distribution modeling software databases, develop work plans for distribution capital budgets, develop routes and tie points for new feeders, review renewable generation interconnection requests.
• Transmission Analysis: Develop and update transmission line impedance data, update and maintain, transmission line ratings, perform transmission load flow studies based on substation forecast loads, perform transmission contingency analysis, update and maintain internal company policies and RSAWs for applicable NERC standards, review and provide remedies if needed for FRCC long range and operation seasonal studies, update and maintain transmission facility data for transmission analysis software.
• Substation Analysis: Develop and maintain substation transformer impedance data, perform substation contingency studies, perform studies to determine locations for new substations.
• Software: Become proficient in utilizing System Planning software tools for distribution, transmission, substation, line impedance, transients, PV, data retrieval, and forecasting.
• Maintain effective working relationships with employees and customers at all levels within LCEC. Ensure smooth operations, productive communications, and effective understanding during all interpersonal contacts. Provide current and accurate information to all requesters, courteously and in a timely manner.
• Support Storm Restoration efforts when needed. Work in emergency storm situations (i.e. hurricanes) and work long hours (>12 hours per day) for many continuous days/weeks as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Electrical Engineering (Required)
• Master's Degree Electrical Engineering (Preferred)

Experience

• 2+ to 5 Years engineering experience (Required)
• 2+ to 5 Years experience in the power engineering profession (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Professional Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with all levels within and outside of the organization. (Required)
• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and demands. (Required)
• Strong analytical, decision analysis and problem-solving skills. (Required)
• Ability to work effectively in high-energy and fast-paced environment. (Required)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. (Required)

Licenses and Certifications

• Must possess & maintain a valid Florida driver’s license upon hire. (Required)
• Licensed Professional Engineer-NSPE (Preferred)

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

• Physical Demands: Standing Occasionally,
  Walking Occasionaly,
  Sitting Constantly,
  Lifting Rarely,
  Carrying Rarely,
  Pushing Rarely,
  Pulling Rarely,
  Climbing Rarely,
  Balancing Rarely,
  Stooping Rarely,
  Kneeling Rarely,
  Crouching Rarely,
  Crawling Rarely,
  Reaching Rarely,
  Handling Occasionally,
  Grasping Occasionally,
  Feeling Rarely,
  Talking Constantly,
  Hearing Constantly,
  Repetitive Motions Frequently,
  Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Frequently.
• Working Environment: Frequently Air-conditioned office environment, Rarely Extreme cold, Rarely Extreme heat, Rarely Humidity, Rarely Wet, Occasionally Noise, Rarely Hazards, Rarely Temperature Change, Rarely Atmospheric Conditions, Rarely Vibration.

STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS.... Responding to storms may be considered a condition of employment:

LCEC provides critical services to our community during an emergency. Employees may be required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our LCEC members. Employees are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's guidelines and procedures.

Please note that at the time a candidate is made a job offer, the candidate will be subject to a background check and a drug screening.