Power System Engineer Senior (Transmission Engineering)

City of Austin

Austin (TX)

Hybrid

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Career development

Job summary

The City of Austin seeks a Senior Power System Engineer to plan, direct, and coordinate design for electric utility facilities including transmission, substations, and control systems.

You will perform complex power system analyses, develop engineering designs, and prepare reports for regulatory agencies while leading major projects and ensuring compliance with NERC, ERCOT, and TX PUC standards. Hybrid work options and a focus on reliability are available.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering with seven years of related experience.
PE license in Texas or ability to obtain within one year.
Experience with electric utility design and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

Lead complex power system analyses and design for transmission and substations.
Develop engineering drawings, circuit maps, and control diagrams.
Coordinate with regulatory teams to ensure compliance (NERC/ERCOT/TX PUC).
Provide technical leadership on major projects and energization support.
Prepare regulatory reports and budget inputs.

Skills

Power system analysis

Electrical engineering

Regulatory compliance

Technical reporting

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

PE license TX

Tools

PLS-CADD

AutoCAD

Foundation design software

Job description

About This Position The transmission engineering team is responsible for providing overhead transmission line design engineering for capital projects, maintenance work, and other related projects. Other duties include reviewing proposed site development projects in the vicinity of Austin Energy's transmission line facilities to ensure compliance with AE's requirements, working with the Regulatory team to ensure all regulatory obligations are met, and many other duties related to owning, operating, and maintaining a reliable transmission system (69kV to 345kV) in a congested urban area.

Job Description

Power System Engineer Senior Purpose: Plans, directs, and coordinates design of electric utility system facilities, including generation, electric substations, overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines, network systems, protection systems, supervisory control systems (SCADA), market operation and settlement systems, street lighting, and other electric system facilities.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Performs complex power system analyses, such as protective coordination, fault studies, load flows, service reliability, load forecasts, power quality, voltage stability, system expansion studies, and market operations.
Prepares and reviews standards, equipment specifications, design procedures, and test procedures.
Develops and prepares engineering designs, drawings, circuit maps, control diagrams, charts, databases, plans, and other documents for transmission and distribution systems, generation and substation facilities, market operation and settlement systems and SCADA/EMS.
Provides technical expertise in materials, design, welding, equipment standards, relay coordination, technology or other areas related to the utility industry.
Formulates, prepares, and implements operating and safety procedures and guidelines, and operating manuals for system facilities including substations, transmission, distribution, and generation.
Prepares necessary reports to regulatory agencies.
Assists in providing technical and financial inputs for projects in electric utility budget process.
Identifies, investigates, and analyzes engineering design problems, and develops corrective actions.
Provides technical leadership for major or complex engineering and construction projects and works closely with field personnel to support project energization.
Assists 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.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised

May be responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of engineering design principles applicable to electric utility operations, such as generation, transmission, distribution and other related fields.
Knowledge of advanced mathematical techniques such as trigonometry, calculus, and coordinate geometry.
Knowledge of engineering standards, principles, methods, codes, practices, procedures, materials, and equipment used in the design, construction, and operation of the electric utility systems.
Knowledge of preparation of cost estimates and engineering and feasibility reports.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements within the local and state ordinances and laws.
Knowledge of City of Austin purchasing and contract policies and procedures.
Skill in oral and written technical and/or general communication including preparation of written reports.
Skill in negotiations and handling conflict resolution.
Ability to perform more complex engineering calculations and to analyze engineering problems.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation with a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, plus seven (7) years of experience related to engineering.
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, the ability to obtain a Texas PE license within one (1) year of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working for an electric utility, co-op, or municipality.
Proficient skills in using the PLS-CADD software suite.
Experience using the National Electric Safety Code, and other related industry codes and standards (ASCE-SEI, RUS, etc.).
Skills in using AutoCAD.
Skills in using foundation design and analysis software.
Experience in routing in congested urban areas.

Working With Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more.

Salary: Commensurate, depending on qualifications and experience.

Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application.

Location: 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, TX 78723
Days and Hours: Monday through Friday. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 40 Hour Work Week (Hybrid Available)

This position requires a criminal background investigation.

Critical Employees are considered necessary and vital and supports activities that impact City or department operations. This work can be done while at a designated work site or while working at an alternate work location. Critical employees who are able to work at an alternative work location are required to do so. Schedules may be modified, and employees may be reassigned to another area during extraordinary situations or emergency conditions to provide essential services.

JOIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN TEAM

At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – that anchor our delivery of services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee.

What Makes the City of Austin Special? Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. Value and Innovation: Work in an environment where employees are valued and innovation thrives. Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits. Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System. Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure. Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support. Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities. Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration. By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country.

EEO Statement for City of Austin

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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