Power System Engineer (Distribution Reliability)

Austin, Texas; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave

Extensive benefits

Job summary

The City of Austin seeks an Electrical Engineer to perform power system studies, prepare designs for generation, transmission, and distribution, and support SCADA/EMS projects. You will help ensure reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with field teams, produce reports, and present technical findings to stakeholders. A Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering is preferred and a willingness to travel to multiple sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience with load flow analysis and reliability engineering.
• Familiarity with NERC, ERCOT, TX PUC standards.
• Ability to draft reports and present findings.
• Knowledge of electrical utility systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform power system studies and analyses.
• Prepare engineering drawings and documents.
• Assist City Departments on technical matters.
• Develop safety procedures for electric facilities.
• Support energization and field deployment.

Skills

Power system analysis

Engineering design

Technical writing

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Synergi

CYME

Job description

* Prepares standards, equipment specifications, design procedures, test procedures* Performs power system studies such as protective relay coordination, fault studies, load flows, service reliability, power quality, voltage stability, power system market operations and settlement studies, etc.;* Prepares engineering design and develops drawings and other documents for generation, transmission, distribution, substations and SCADA/EMS.* Prepares circuit maps, control diagrams, charts, data bases, and plans for different electrical facilities.* Provide assistance to all classes of customers, developers, and to other City Departments on technical matters relevant to electric utility services* Provide technical and financial inputs for projects in electric utility planning and budget process* Investigate and analyze engineering design problems; develop appropriate solutions; draft reports and make presentations* Prepares safety procedures for electric facilities* Assist in efforts to keep up with the latest developments in the utility industry, to meet North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) and Texas Public Utility Commission (TX PUC) standards and regulatory requirements.* Work closely with field personnel to support project energization.* Knowledge of engineering design principles applicable to electric utility operations such as, generation, transmission, distribution, market operations and other related fields.* Knowledge of advanced mathematical techniques such as trigonometry, calculus, and coordinate geometry.* Knowledge of engineering standards, codes, practices, procedures, materials, and equipment used in the design, construction, and operation of the electric utility systems.* Knowledge of established engineering principles and methods.* Knowledge of preparation of cost estimates and engineering and feasibility reports.* Ability to perform more complex engineering calculations and to analyze engineering problems.* Knowledge of regulatory requirements within the local and state ordinances and laws.* Skill in oral and written technical and/or general communication including preparation of written reports.* Skill in negotiations and handling conflict resolution.* Knowledge of City of Austin purchasing and contract policies and procedures.* Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is preferred.* Experience using engineering load flow analysis tools such as Synergi, CYME, or similar platforms.* Experience with reliability engineering principles and statistical analysis.* Experience evaluating, integrating, or implementing new technologies, applications, and equipment.* Demonstrated proficiency in written and verbal communication.* Solid knowledge of electrical engineering principles and advanced mathematics.* Ability to perform complex technical electrical engineering work with minimal guidance.* Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify potential issues and develop effective, data driven solutions.* Proficiency with general computer applications, including databases, spreadsheets, and word processing software.* Understanding of business environments and standard business processes.* Ability to travel to multiple work locations during scheduled hours.* The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.* **Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.*** The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application.* Résumés will not be accepted and statements such as \"see résumé\" will not be accepted. You may use \"N/A\" for fields that are not applicable.* Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed.* Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.* If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.* This position requires a criminal background investigation and NERC Personal Risk Assessment.**Travel:**If you are selected for this position and meet the **Driver Safety Standards** in the City of Austin you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.**Competitive Benefits**: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.**Career Growth**: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.**Competitive Benefits**: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.**Career Growth**: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.