Power System Engineer - Vibration & Infrared Thermography - Austin Energy

City of Austin; United States; Híbrido; USD 96.000 - 123.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid available

Competitive benefits

Wellness programs

Modern workspaces

Descripción de la vacante

The City of Austin's Power Production and Electrical Services Delivery department seeks an experienced electrical engineer to design and assist in electric utility facilities, including generation, substations, transmission and distribution, and SCADA/EMS systems. The role supports energization projects and regulatory compliance with NERC, FERC, ERCOT, and TX PUC standards.

Key duties include performing power system studies, preparing drawings, and providing technical input for planning and

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 5 years of related experience.
• Experience with electric utility operations including generation, transmission, and distribution.
• Ability to comply with safety and regulatory standards.

Responsabilidades

• Perform power system studies and develop design documents for generation, transmission, distribution, substations, and SCADA/EMS.
• Prepare circuit maps, control diagrams, and data bases for electrical facilities.
• Provide technical support for planning, budgeting, and project energization with field personnel.
• Assist in meeting NERC, FERC, ERCOT, and TX PUC standards.

Conocimientos

Power systems studies

Engineering design

Regulatory requirements

Technical communication

Negotiation skills

Purchasing policies

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Herramientas

SCADA/EMS

Descripción del empleo

About This Position

Under minimal supervision designs, and assists in the 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. This position exists only in the Power Production and Electrical Services Delivery department of Austin Energy.

Job Description: 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. 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.
• Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation with a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, plus five (5) years of experience related to engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within industrial electro-mechanical environment
• Experience working with rotating electro-mechanical industrial equipment
• Vibration Analysis 1 course completion Certificate or ability to obtain within six (6) months
• Level 1 Infrared Thermographer Certificate or ability to obtain within six (6) months
• Experience collecting and analyzing infrared thermography data on energized electrical and mechanical industrial equipment.
• Experience collecting and analyzing vibration data collected with a portable vibration data collector
• Ability to travel to various locations for regular work assignments

Compensation Range

The annual hiring range for this position is $96,180.00-$123,100.00

Responsibilities (Predictive Maintenance Program)

• Execute condition-based maintenance activities through the collection and evaluation of vibration and infrared data from energized industrial rotating machinery.
• Identify maintenance needs early, allowing corrective actions to be scheduled at the most cost-effective time and before equipment failures occur.
• Perform vibration monitoring and infrared thermography inspections using both computerized systems and portable handheld diagnostic instruments.
• Analyze collected data, evaluate equipment health, and provide maintenance and operations personnel with recommendations regarding vibration-related concerns, equipment criticality, remaining service life, and anticipated repair requirements.
• Develop vibration monitoring routes for newly installed machinery at Decker, SHEC, and Austin Energy chilled water plants.
• Conduct dynamic balancing of rotating equipment.
• Perform root cause investigations of equipment failures.
• Evaluate asset lifecycle performance.
• Provide hands-on technical assistance to maintenance teams during equipment troubleshooting and outage situations, while recommending solutions to reduce vibration levels to industry-accepted standards.
• Conduct failure analyses, prepare technical reports and findings, recommend corrective measures.
• Provide engineering support for Austin Energy's power generation and chilled water facilities.
• Perform project management activities as needed.

Critical Employee Designation

This position has been designated as a Critical Employee position. 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.

Location

4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, TX 78723

Days and Hours

Monday through Friday. 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 40 Hour Work Week (Hybrid Available)

Additional work hours may be required to support the 24-hour Utility operations, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, inclement weather and emergency closures.

Employment Eligibility and Background

This position requires a criminal background investigation.

Fair Labor Standards Act

This position is classified FLSA Exempt. Exempt employees are salaried and are not eligible for overtime compensation.

Travel

If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, 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.

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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