Electrical Distribution Engineer
1 month ago
Reports to: Assistant Director of Engineering and Director of Engineering
Division: Engineering
Job Grade: 54
Work Location: 230 Ash St Office
Union: IBEW Local 103
FLSA: Exempt
Job SummaryUnder the direction of the Director and Assistant Director of Engineering, provide electrical distribution engineering services to the Reading Municipal Light Department. Employees in this classification apply knowledge of electrical engineering to problems and projects requiring familiarity with methods and materials of electric programs. Performs complex power system analysis such as protective coordination, fault studies, load service reliability, load forecasts, power quality, voltage stability, and system expansion studies. Must qualify as a Level 1 Control Authority and be capable of on-call rotation with other Control Authorities. This role involves field work and may include directing line workers and grid-asset workers as requested by Operations leadership or during outage restoration or system emergencies.
Key Responsibilities- Assist the Director in short and long-term electric systems planning.
- Perform circuit modeling and load analysis to determine feeder and substation capacity of the sub-transmission and distribution lines, for short and long-term growth.
- Support the implementation of Distributed Generation, Solar, and Demand Response programs.
- Prepare technical procedures relative to system apparatus testing, maintenance, and operation.
- Prepare technical procedures for design and implementation of Volt/Var optimization techniques.
- Prepare technical specifications for the procurement of electrical sub-transmission distribution equipment, control apparatus, and metering.
- Prepare technical procedures for the inspection and maintenance of substations and associated control systems.
- Perform short circuit analysis, protection, and coordination studies to ensure the proper protection of the RMLD's sub-transmission and distribution systems.
- Instruct personnel in proper inspections, maintenance, and operation of electrical apparatus.
- Perform grounding, lightning protection, and power quality analysis.
- Prepare technical procedures for electrical testing of high voltage and associated control equipment.
- Prepare Smart Grid & Distribution Automation Roadmaps and schedules its implementation.
- Provide input, review, and recommended updates as situations arise such as code, law, and configuration changes, etc. for applicable entities including wiring inspector, building codes, tree warden, etc.
- Perform all required engineering calculations and analysis (i.e. reliability, load flow, protection, and coordination, short circuit, voltage analysis, life cycle analysis, system loss calculation, planning study, etc.).
- Must qualify to be responsible for overseeing emergency operations as assigned Control Authority Level 1 as determined by the Director of E&O and the General Manager.
- Develop and prepare engineering designs, drawings, circuit maps, control diagrams, charts, databases, plans, and other documents of the distribution system, substation facilities, and SCADA.
- Provide technical leadership for major or complex engineering and construction projects and works closely with field personnel to support project development.
- Perform GIS edits, develop load flow models, program, and troubleshoot smart grid devices.
- Perform all aspects of quality Project Management.
- Perform pole guying, tension, and loading analysis.
Education: A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university; Master's Degree preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of demonstrated electrical engineering distribution design planning, including demonstrated ability to perform load flow, protection, and coordination, short circuit, voltage analysis, life cycle analysis, system loss calculation, pole loading, guy tensioning, in accordance with applicable laws and codes. 5 years of demonstrated experience in qualified project management.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of theory and practices of electrical engineering related to the areas of assignment as obtained from accredited college or university. Knowledge of approved engineering construction and design codes and laws. Knowledge of system modeling, system protection, and coordination, utilizing Milsoft Engineering Software. Knowledge of GIS and applicable software packages. Knowledge of SCADA automation and related integrated distribution software management systems. Knowledge of hazardous waste prevention spill prevention regulations. Knowledge of cost estimating, budgeting, and project management. Ability to perform more complex engineering calculations and to analyze engineering problems.
Judgment and Initiative: Under direction, perform duties in accordance with established policies, codes, laws, and professional standards; unusual policy questions involving interpretation or clarification usually reviewed with supervisor. Demonstrates capability for accepting responsibility for the activities of major multi-divisional function areas as a Control Authority which entails overall responsibility for system operation, manpower, prioritization, state/local authority communication, safety, mutual aid, etc. Demonstrated experience and capability in establishing own work plans and priorities, using standard engineering practices, to assure timely completion of assigned work.
Manual Skills: Ability to utilize hand tools and test equipment such as high voltage test equipment, grounding equipment, and other related apparatus.
Supervisory: Supervises engineering staff and field personnel as required when performing Control Authority duties. Maintains his/her Career Development plans and for engineering staff supervised.
License and Certifications: Valid Driver's license or equivalent.
Other/Special Requirements: Must qualify as a Level 1 Control Authority.
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