SUMMARY:
This is the first level of the Engineering classification dedicated to the substation engineering department. Provide engineering/technical expertise to solve problems in a specific area of expertise, with close supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop skills in their field of study, and the ability to work with greater independence.
United Grid Solutions offers a wide variety of benefits including but not limited to Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Paid Time Off; 401(k); Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Employee and Dependent Basic Life Insurance; Employee and Dependent Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment; Short Term Disability; Long Term Disability; Critical Illness; Accident and Whole Life Insurance; Legal Services, Identity Theft, and Cyber Security; Employee Discounts and Service Awards. All health care benefits are available upon election on day one (1) of your employment with United Grid Solutions.
The compensation range for this position is between $70,000.00 and $85,000.00.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
? Engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of problems.
? Effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities.
? Thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches.
? Continuous improvement of job-related, engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance.
? Select and specify substation equipment (transformers, circuit breakers, protection relays).
? Perform engineering calculations and simulations for reliable operation.
? Perform other duties as assigned by management.
COMPLEXITY OF WORK:
Generally routine, established precedents; practices and procedures exist.
RELATIONSHIP OUTSIDE WORK GROUP:
Exchange of information, which occasionally requires tact and/or diplomacy.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
REGULAR ATTENDANCE is required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Required A Bachelor's degree from a four-year EAC/ABET accredited Electrical Engineering Program OR an approved evaluation of non-ABET credentials by NCEES OR graduation from a Master's or Doctoral Program in Electrical Engineering from an institution with EAC/ABET accredited Undergraduate Engineering Programs.
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Experience
0-1 Year(s) Experience in Electrical Substation
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Received a passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam is preferred.
ON-THE-JOB TRAINING:
Training will be provided as needed.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
A. Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals, operational procedures, etc.
B. Ability to write simple correspondence.
C. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
A. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distance.
B. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret spread sheets.
C. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
REASONING ABILITY:
A. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
B. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Understanding of basic electrical engineering theories and principles.
Understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.
Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Understanding of basic electricity and power quality.
Knowledge of Substation construction standards and methods.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to travel to customer greenfield and brownfield sites and offices.
Understanding of basic principles of project management is preferred.
Experience in the utility industry is preferred.
Introductory knowledge of electrical physical design of substations and/or protection and control design of substations is preferred.
Self-Motivated
Work independently
Team-Oriented
Customer Oriented
Able to manage multiple tasks and provide leadership to other team members.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
How much on the job time is spent in the following physical activities?
Stand Up to 1/3 (Occasionally)
Walk Up to 1/3 (Occasionally)
Sit 2/3 and more (Regularly)
Talk or Hear 2/3 and more (Regularly)
Use Hands to Feel, Handle or finger tools or controls 1/3 to 2/3 (Frequently)
Climb or balance None
Stoop, Kneel, Crouch or crawl None
Reach with Hands and Arms Up to 1/3 (Occasionally)
Taste or Smell None
Does this job require that weight be lifted or force to be exerted? If so, how much and how often?
Up to 10 Pounds Up to 1/3
Up to 25 Pounds None
Up to 50 Pounds None
Up to 100 Pounds None
More than 100 Pounds None
Does this job have any special vision requirements?
? Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
? Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
? Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
? Peripheral visions (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
? Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
? Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust the eyes to bring an object into sharp focus)
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Wet, humid conditions (non- weather) None
Work near moving mechanical parts None
Work in high, precarious places None
Fumes or airborne particles None
Toxic or caustic chemicals None
Outdoor weather conditions Up to 1/3 (Occasionally)
Extreme cold (non-weather) None
Extreme Heat (non-weather) None
Risk of electrical shock Up to 1/3 (Occasionally)
Work with explosives None
Risk of radiation None
Vibration None
While performing this job, the noise level in the work environment is:
Moderate Noise (Examples: business office with @typewriters, and or computer printer, light traffic)
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
United Grid Solutions is an equal opportunity employer
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
United Grid Solutions is a Non-Union Company
United Grid Solutions is a team of planners and strategic thinkers dedicated to providing critical infrastructure solutions that improve lives around the world. Beginning with our role in connecting the first power plants to the earliest power grids, we have a longstanding history of delivering innovative and transformative solutions to meet the needs of today and tomorrow.
Our team members have the opportunity to grow and advance while solving unique and complex challenges for the evolving infrastructure industry.
Requisition ID: 25003521
