Distribution Design Engineering 3
About The Position
The Engineer III - Distribution Design will apply established engineering principles in the design/development of electric, gas and/or water distribution and/or transmission facilities depending on area of work concentration. Essential Duties: Design/plan improvements, additions and replacements of either electric, gas or water distribution facilities depending on area of work concentration. Prepare and/or review drawings, material specifications/costs and layout methods. Provide system information and technical assistance to consultants, developers and contractors; prepare estimates, work authorizations and procedures for field personnel to ensure compliance with federal/state regulations. Perform various types of computer analysis for assigned utility system; test for and propose corrections to system malfunctions. Evaluate new products/ideas, test new equipment and prepare report of results; review obsolete/surplus items for possible use. Determine, within guidelines, whether a construction change should be made while work is in progress; review reports concerning leaks/outages and make appropriate recommendations. Coordinate departmental work with other areas/departments within the Division, governmental agencies and contractors. Make field trips to gather data, take measurements and/or inspect/observe utility construction. Stay abreast of up-to date developments in engineering by studying engineering progress, various rules, regulations, codes, etc.; maintain library of industry related materials. Perform other duties as directed.
Requirements
- A valid driver's license from state of residence is required.
- 4 – 6 years of experience is required.
- Must have an occupationally significant combination of leadership qualities to motivate and direct employees; organizational ability; oral and written communication skills; ability to apply engineering principles and methods to utility design; spatial and form perception; mathematical ability and attention to detail.
- Must have a valid driver's license from state of residence.
Responsibilities
- Design/plan improvements, additions and replacements of either electric, gas or water distribution facilities depending on area of work concentration.
- Prepare and/or review drawings, material specifications/costs and layout methods.
- Provide system information and technical assistance to consultants, developers and contractors; prepare estimates, work authorizations and procedures for field personnel to ensure compliance with federal/state regulations.
- Perform various types of computer analysis for assigned utility system; test for and propose corrections to system malfunctions.
- Evaluate new products/ideas, test new equipment and prepare report of results; review obsolete/surplus items for possible use.
- Determine, within guidelines, whether a construction change should be made while work is in progress; review reports concerning leaks/outages and make appropriate recommendations.
- Coordinate departmental work with other areas/departments within the Division, governmental agencies and contractors.
- Make field trips to gather data, take measurements and/or inspect/observe utility construction.
- Stay abreast of up-to date developments in engineering by studying engineering progress, various rules, regulations, codes, etc.; maintain library of industry related materials.
- Perform other duties as directed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
