ASSOCIATE ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (Energy Resources)

City of Rocky Mount • Nc, NC

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About The Position

Provides technical and engineering support for the planning, design, operation, and maintenance of electric distribution and substation systems. Uses engineering and Energy Resources software to analyze system data, support system planning, prepare technical studies and reports, develop switching orders, and assist with distribution and substation projects. Maintains in-house software and licensing and supports system reliability, safety, operational, and technological needs through coordination with field personnel and system operations.

The role also supports Energy Resources department software applications, including GIS, OMS, and CMS Dispatch, and assists with system functionality, configuration, troubleshooting, system data, and interfaces. It supports distribution and subtransmission switching plans and orders, system analysis and planning, drawings and specifications, economic development projects, renewable energy programs, large-load applications, emerging technologies, and evaluation of distribution equipment.

Requirements

• Degree in a course of study related to the occupational field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of experience in a related field of work, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possession of, or ability to readily obtain, a valid North Carolina driver's license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Skill in interpreting and applying federal, state, and local policies, codes, and laws.
• Skill in analyzing problems and identifying solutions.
• Skill in preparing clear and accurate reports.
• Skill in establishing cooperative and productive working relationships.
• Skill in evaluating and establishing written policies and procedures.
• Skill in setting priorities for competing projects.
• Skill in performing mathematical calculations.
• Skill in operating computers and standard office equipment.
• Skill in interpersonal relations and oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for and maintain Energy Resources department software applications, including GIS, OMS, CMS Dispatch, and related systems; monitor functionality; assist with configuration and troubleshooting; and maintain system data and interfaces.
• Develop, prepare, and coordinate distribution and subtransmission switching orders; review plans for accuracy and operational safety; communicate instructions; and coordinate with field and system operations staff.
• Use electric distribution system software and related applications to support short- and long-term system analysis and planning.
• Evaluate system data and operational information to identify system needs and assist with developing and implementing distribution system modifications.
• Assist with developing, preparing, and implementing drawings and specifications for construction, expansion, operation, and maintenance of electric distribution and substation systems.
• Work with department work groups on economic development projects, including the renewables program, large-load application process, and emerging technologies.
• Examine voltage regulators, reclosers, and fixed or switched capacitor banks for performance, settings, and desired locations on the electric distribution system.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree