Electric Distribution System Engineer

SCI REMC • Martinsville, IN

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About The Position

South Central Indiana REMC (SCI REMC) is seeking candidates for the position of System Engineer. SCI REMC is the largest not-for-profit electric distribution cooperative in Indiana and a leader in innovative technology. The cooperative focuses on providing safe, reliable, cost-effective electricity and fiber solutions to its members in seven counties in south central Indiana. The cooperative is headquartered in a new, progressive facility in Martinsville, Indiana located just 30 minutes south of the Indianapolis airport and 20 minutes north of Bloomington, Indiana off of I-69. SCI REMC serves 3,922 miles of energized lines with 34,875 meters and 29,451 electric members and 7,778 residential fiber subscribers. SCI REMC has 163 highly valued, member-focused employees. South Central Indiana REMC (SCI REMC) is a not-for-profit electric distribution, fiber services, member-owned cooperative. The Fiber Division of SCI REMC offers quality broadband services to homes and businesses plus fiber transport systems to ensure a reliable network service with a high level of member/subscriber experience satisfaction. This is a key position in the Engineering team. The best candidates for System Engineer will have strong initiative, solid technical skills, a drive for detail with strong analytic skills and a collaborative team player to join the Engineering team. The best candidate will either possess a PE or has an EIT, and is willing to work to attain a PE. The position reports to our Manager, Engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Minimum of two to three years’ experience related to development and implementation of an electric utility system’s engineering plans and programs, with demonstrated ability to lead a team.
• Must be capable of directing the work of the staking engineers
• Must provide engineering advice on methods of electrical system design, construction, maintenance, and operations to various levels of employees or members.
• Must design and develop, plans and schedules for electric distribution system improvement requirements.
• Must direct corrections to voltage, power factor, and load factor problems.
• Must perform regular reviews and analyses to determine methods for improving safety, productivity, and continuity of electrical service.
• Must prepare contracts for line construction, maintenance, and system improvements, assist in supervising those contractors.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management, employees, members, and others.
• Must be available to assist in dispatch during emergencies.
• Must be able to work effectively on a daily basis with diverse teams and members.
• Must have the ability to communicate patiently, respectfully, and effectively with all levels of people internally as well as externally.
• Must be regular in work attendance.

Nice To Haves

• Three to five years of experience with a rural electric distribution system is preferred.
• Certification of EIT, preferred with an interest and ability to achieve a PE level.

Responsibilities

• performing and directing functions of planning organizing and coordinating the activities of the staking engineers in accordance with established policies, plans and objectives of South Central Indiana REMC
• coordinating electric planning and electric line design engineering functions within the Distribution Services Department
• providing input and coordination to the consultants of South Central Indiana REMC on methods of system design, construction, maintenance and operation
• developing member support, understanding and acceptance of Distribution Services Department activities as they pertain to the membership

Benefits

• SCI REMC offers excellent benefits including a defined-benefit, front loaded-pension plan, 401(k) matched savings, healthcare, HSA with a generous employer contribution and much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level