Senior Electrical Engineer (Substation)
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Are you a skilled and experienced Electrical Engineer with a passion for designing and optimizing power substations? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation and cutting-edge technology are at the forefront of your work? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
As a Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in Substation Engineering at Omaha Public Power District, you will play a pivotal role in the design, implementation, and maintenance of our electrical substations. Your expertise will contribute to the reliable and efficient distribution of electrical power, ensuring the continued growth and success of our company. You will work closely with a team of talented professionals and have the opportunity to lead projects that drive the future of energy distribution.
Provides the requisite project management, design engineering, permitting, procurement management, and closeout for the construction of additions and modifications to the District's substations to ensure the safe, reliable, and economic transformation and delivery of electric power to meet system and customer load requirements.Provides project management services on small and medium size substation projects and participates on larger project teams as required and/or technically complex District projects.Accountable for design compliance with all applicable governmental, Code, industry standards, internal procedures, reliability (NERC/MRO/SPP) standards, and internal policies.Accountable for safety, reliability, operability, and economy of assigned projects.Provides Professional Engineering review and stamping where legally required.Provides technical direction and training to entry-level engineers and designers.Keep abreast of the latest technological advances.
Qualifications
Required
Four (4) year Bachelor of Science degree in (Electrical) Engineering degree (ABET-accredited degree)Professional Engineer (PE) certificate, NERC, or other relevant industry-level education / certification or means for reciprocity within six months.Five (5) years of equivalent engineering work experience. Master's degree may be considered for up to two years of experience.Ability to perform complex engineering tasks and perform intricate studies. Demonstrated design capability of all aspects of installations within discipline.A valid driver's license.
Desired
Familiarity and experience with Ventyx (Asset Suite), Cognos, AutoDesk (CAD, Inventor, Vault), Bentley MicroStation, PeopleSoft, SharePoint.Master's degree in Engineering or Business.Demonstrated capabilities of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and presenting recommendations.Advanced MS Office Professional Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).Electric utility substation design and construction experienceUnderstanding and application of NESC, OSHA, ASCE, etc. as it applies to Substation design and construction methods.Thorough knowledge of OPPD's T&D, Substation and Generation system.
Closing Statement
Salary Grade: S6
Minimum: $104,645
Midpoint: $130,806
Where the Light Starts
What does it mean to be the source of light? On a basic level, it means operating from a place of honesty and integrity. It's how we achieve things. How we provide affordable, reliable, environmentally sensitive energy. Because it matters. We've pledged to serve, honor, and care for this community. That means the 13 counties we service, and it means one another. It means the people right here at OPPD-proudly comprised and welcoming of every creed, race, age, orientation, and color. Being -where the light starts- means showing up for each other and the people we serve. Doing the right thing even when no one's watching. We're proud of our commitment. We reward creative problem solving. We recognize that consistency and reliability are tremendous resources. That providing these things to the community and each other is a privilege. Because we are leading the way the future is powered. We are the source of light. Out there. In here. Everywhere.
Org Marketing Statement
EOE: Protected Veterans/Disability
How To Apply
Apply online at www.oppd.com on or before April 30, 2024.
Recruiter: Laura Fritson - lmfritson@oppd.com
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