Substation Compliance & Modification Engineer I

Omaha Public Power District; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 82,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Omaha Public Power District (OPPD) is seeking an entry-level Substation Modification & Compliance Engineer I in Omaha, NE. You will support reliability and regulatory compliance of substations through documentation, basic engineering analyses, and hands-on maintenance program involvement.

Growth in NERC/SIP compliance and PSMP is emphasized. The role emphasizes learning to record test results for breakers, transformers, and oil, collaborating with field crews and compliance teams, and

Qualifications

• Must be able to complete essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Possesses a valid driver's license to operate company vehicle(s).

Responsibilities

• Document breaker, transformer, and oil test results to support maintenance accuracy and regulatory requirements
• Support the Protection System Maintenance Program through record entry, scheduling assistance, and progress tracking
• Update basic asset parameters and maintenance records in Cascade to improve data accuracy
• Assist Field Supervisors with routine work-order coordination to align maintenance tasks with outage plans
• Conduct supervised field observations to verify installation details and learn substation equipment characteristics
• Help gather compliance documentation and prepare audit materials for NERC, SIP, and environmental requirements
• Provide foundational engineering evaluations that help identify straightforward issues and support maintenance decisions

Skills

Driver's license

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Omaha Public Power District (OPPD) is seeking an entry-level Substation Modification & Compliance Engineer I in Omaha, NE. You will support reliability and regulatory compliance of substations through documentation, basic engineering analyses, and hands-on maintenance program involvement.

Growth in NERC/SIP compliance and PSMP is emphasized. The role emphasizes learning to record test results for breakers, transformers, and oil, collaborating with field crews and compliance teams, and