Electrical Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

IVVO/FLISR engineer

Notes from manager:
- Highly problable that this position will convert to FTE.
- Looking for a candidate with an understanding of how power distribution systems are formulated and structured.


1. Explain what the scope of the work/project is? Project Overview, deliverables (what is this person responsible for).


The person will be responsible for automated field devices (i.e., capacitor banks, protection devices) deployment that include system study, settings development, working with design/field personnel, updating the device database, and getting device into advanced distribution management systems. The person may need to help in assessing advanced metering functionalities and provide technical support to field personnels.


2. What does a typical day look like?


Working with automated field databases, monitoring devices, and meter functionality testing


6. Describe work environment / team culture (supportive/collaborative, teamwork or individual contributor)?


Individual contributor


7. Can you elaborate on any potential risks or safety considerations associated with this role, particularly if the responsibilities extend beyond a standard desk or office environment?


It's in the office environment


9. What are the work hours/shift (standard, evening, full time/part time, OT required, on-call for 24/7 operation)?


Standard 8 hours per day 40 hour Work week

1. What are the top 3-5 skills and qualifications (technology/application/software, etc.) required?


Hands on experiences with Client cooper capacitor bank controller, SEL protection devices, Advanced Distribution Management Systems


2. What non-technical skills are necessary (i.e., such as communication, problem solving, team player)?


Team player, communication across engineering/non-engineering organization, solving problems effectively


3. Ideal candidate background and how many years required?


BS in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering (Power Systems background preferred) with 2-3 years of experience


6. Are there any preferred or "nice to have " skills?


Python, SQL coding skills


1. What is the location of the contract assignment (Full time onsite, hybrid - percent of time on site/home or, are you open to fully remote)? If the resource is expected to be onsite, can you confirm if the resource can park on Xcel property/in the ramp? Marshall Operations Center Hybrid


Position Summary
Under general direction, demonstrates complete understanding & wide application of engineering technical principle, theories, & concepts in the field. Independently determines & develops approaches to solutions. Receives technical guidance on complex problems; completed work reviewed for adequacy in meeting objectives. May lead small-medium non-critical projects or critical projects under direction of higher-level engineer/supervisor. May provide work direction to other professionals &/or staff. Represents the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects. Frequent inter-organizational & outside customer contact. Demonstrates a broad knowledge & proficiency of precedents in the specialty area, a good knowledge of related specialties, & general knowledge of other related disciplines.

Essential Responsibilities

• Uses & applies technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, & techniques to perform activities/assignments that may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials or methods & difficult coordination requirements.
• Supports the development of technical documentation (including but not limited to designs, testing, calculations, reports, standards, etc.) Utilizes & may assist with the development of procedures requiring a broad knowledge & proficiency in a specialty area & has a general knowledge of related disciplines.
• Works under the general direction of a higher-level engineer or supervisor for routine engineering projects. Provide ongoing technical support for project activities within areas such as Operations, Maintenance, testing/diagnostics & Regulatory. May provide field engineering oversight &/or direction for activities such as commissioning, testing, inspections, etc.
• May lead small-medium, non-critical projects. Coordinate/leads critical projects or portions of projects (including phases such as research, design, equipment selection, procurement support, installation & commissioning), under the direction of a higher-level engineer or supervisor. Work reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
• Under the direction of a higher-level engineer/supervisor supports bid/evaluation processes including preparation of bid documents, completion of technical evaluations for proposals; provide recommendations for selection, etc. Partners & communicates with areas such as Supply Chain & Legal following appropriate processes.
• Frequently exchanges information in all formats, on matters having a wide range of importance & complexity both inter-organizationally & with outside customers.
• May assign tasks & coordinate work of interns, drafters, technicians, craft personnel &/or others. Provide guidance & mentoring to less experienced engineers. Responsible for continuous self-development of technical skills & competencies.
• Performs activities such as budgeting, estimating, forecasting, accounting, work order management, in support of engineering projects.

Familiarity with power distribution systems and utility operations

• Experience with distribution system modeling tools such as Synergi and/or CYME
• Proficient in MS Suite
• Responsible for working with various teams to support Xcel's integrated voltage-var optimization (IVVO)/Fault location, isolation, and service restoration (FLISR) program
• Create settings for devices such as cap bank controller, reclosers etc.
• Work on distribution system modeling to understand optimal location/settings for cap banks/ reclosers
• Support communications and integration testing of capacitor banks to advanced distribution management systems
• Maintain issue trackers on field issues and pro-active communication to management on issues

Preferred:

• Familiarity with Advanced Distribution Management System Applications (e.g., IVVO, FLISR)
• Programming skills in Python, C/C++