Substation Engineering

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Hybrid Work Options Available; This position may report in to either our Johnson City Headquarter or at our Cedar Park facility depending on home location. Travel between the two locations will periodically be required.

$115,473.60Minimum Starting Base Pay* + KPI Bonuses + Competitive Benefits

Range of Substation Engineer 4: $115,473.60 - $144,342.00 mid point.

*Qualifications may warrant greater starting base pay within the full pay range. Individual base pay is determined by experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

This position is responsible for the design and construction of complex electrical power systems and the analysis of the Cooperative’s protection systems in support of the Cooperative’s Strategic Initiatives.

Compile and evaluate design and test data

Operate computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks and analysis

Prepare technical specifications and analyze technical data to determine appropriate limits and variables for product, process or materials specifications

Prepare and study technical drawings, test reports and specifications of substation design and operation in order to conform to standards and customer requirements

Confer with engineers, customers and others to discuss existing or potential engineering projects and products

Direct and coordinate manufacturing, construction, installation, maintenance, support, documentation and project management activities to ensure compliance with specifications, codes and customer requirements

Design, implement, maintain and improve electrical instruments, equipment, facilities, components, products and systems for commercial, industrial and domestic purposes

Prepare specifications for purchase of materials and equipment

Perform detailed calculations to compute and establish manufacturing, construction and installation standards and specifications

Investigate customer or public complaints, determine nature and extent of problem and recommend remedial measures

Oversee project production efforts to assure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time and within budget

Manage the design and construction of large substation projects with minimal supervision

Represent the Coop in regulatory compliance efforts as a Subject Matter Expert

Perform a variety of standard engineering computations and analysis

Prepare engineering drawings, maps, and construction specifications

Research material specifications and resolve basic material issues

Conduct construction inspections

Coordinate with consultants, members, developers and government entities on all projects

Provide guidance to other department engineers and staff

Write conceptual design documents for substation projects as assigned

Use sound engineering judgement to make decisions regarding changes to project scope

Assist with ordering major equipment and review approval drawings for long lead time material

Serve as a department and project leader

Perform fault studies and set relays for transformers, feeders and transmission lines

Complete assigned tasks

Maintain the security of confidential information

Stay abreast of advances in technology

Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance

Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned

Supervisory and/or Leadership Responsibilities
Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to less experienced staff. May act as lead or first-level supervisor when manager is out of the office.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of using computer systems, which may include setting up and using hardware and software programs such as AutoCAD and ASPEN, entering data or processing information

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service

Knowledge of Power System materials

Knowledge of NERC PRC standards

Proficient in all matters of substation design and construction

Proficient in reading and understanding schematics and design drawings

Skilled in time management

Skilled in prioritizing and managing changing priorities

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing

Ability to anticipate, identify, analyze and resolve conflict and problems

Minimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience)

Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field

Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Texas

Eight years of related work experience

Valid Driver’s License

Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative 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 qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel

The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time

The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 25 pounds

The employee may be required to travel

Exempt employees receive a fixed bi-weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay period

This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of essential duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties that may be assigned based on the needs of the Cooperative.

Pedernales Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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