Electric Systems Engineer (Electric Systems Planning)

JEA•Jacksonville, FL

15h

About The Position

OPEN REQUIREMENTS\: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET) plus a minimum of five (5) years of engineering work experience within one or more of the specialty areas listed below (See Engineering Disciplines and Specialty Areas). -OR- Master of Science degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering plus at least four (4) years of engineering work experience within one or more of the specialty areas listed below (See Engineering Disciplines and Specialty Areas). Disciplines: Electrical or Mechanical Specialty Areas Power Plant Generation, Planning Sub-Specialty Areas Regulatory, Electric Generation LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: A valid driver's license is required prior to employment and must be maintained during employment The minimum salary for this position is $95,888 annually. Compensation will be determined based on education, licenses, certifications, skills, experience, and alignment with salaries for similar roles within the organization. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Activity Activity Sitting Up to 7 hours per day Lifting Up to 2 hours per day Walking Up to 5 hours per day Up to 50 max. pounds Standing Up to 5 hours per day Pushing Will not generally apply Bending Up to 3 hours per day Pulling Up to 1 hour per day Squatting Up to 2 hours per day Up to 50 max. pounds Stooping Up to 2 hours per day Climbing Up to 1 hour per day Reaching Up to 2 hours per day Stairs Up to 1 hour per day Balancing Up to 1 hour per day Ladder Up to 1 hour per day Twisting Up to 1 hour per day Poles Will not generally apply Crawling Up to 1 hour per day Heat/cold Up to 5 hours per day Kneeling Up to 1 hour per day Unusual hearing or vision demands: Free from color blindness (depends on job assignment); ability to maintain vision correctable to 20/40; normal field of vision; normal night vision; good depth perception. Other physical demands or notes: JEA employees should not attempt to lift, pull or push a load in excess of 50 lbs. without assistance. Care should always be taken when lifting, pushing or pulling in an awkward position, when outdoors or walking in non-paved areas. Applies broad knowledge of principles in a specific area. Independently evaluates, selects and adapts standard techniques, procedures and criteria. Acquires general knowledge of principles and practices of related fields, able to function on multi-discipline teams. Capable of planning and leading a major project or working on several projects of moderate scope. Responsibilities include planning and designing complete projects, systems, components or processes. Able to plan, design and conduct experiments, analysis and interpret results. Receives limited supervision on assignments, may receive guidance when necessary or when using modified techniques or unconventional approaches. Responsible to assign and direct work of others as assigned and coordinate work with other internal and external stakeholders as required. Prepares for the manager project scopes, schedules, budgets, assignments and communications regarding specific assignments and projects. Electric System Planning (specific) · Determines need, size, location and timing of generation, transmission, substation, and distribution system development, to balance economic, environmental, social and regulatory constraints and meet reliability and planning criteria requirements. · Develops preliminary design information and cost estimates for future generation resource options, transmission circuits, substations and distribution circuits. Lead design & development projects as assigned anywhere within the electric system. This includes all aspects ranging from researching capacity requirements, planning, design, standards development, cost estimating and scope development under the direction and review of a manager or designee. Responsible for providing engineering, operational and troubleshooting support to electric systems operating staff. Includes monitoring and improving system performance, modifying procedures, providing technical advice or training, investigating system failures, and participating in process improvement opportunities under the direction and review of a manager or designee. Develops, implements and monitors engineering applications, tools, processes and services used to plan, maintain, troubleshoot, operate and improve the electrical system. Defines, studies, analyzes, and maintains transmission, distribution and generation models. Schedules, plans, studies, tests and coordinates forecasting models in support of the electrical system. Provide project management in the construction, removal, modification or refurbishment of complex system projects within the electric system. This includes scope, resource and budget development, vendor selection and resource procurement, permitting, project coordination, site inspections, and testing under the direction and review of a manager or designee. May include the coordinating, scheduling and directing internal or external technical and construction resources required for the project. During emergency system recovery events may dispatch plant or field crews and troubleshooters engaged in the construction, maintenance and emergency restoration of electric distribution facilities and customers' service facilities. May be required to sign and seal system drawings, specifications and reports. (Depending if a role requiring P.E.) Prepare requests for proposal (RFP 's), reviewing responses and making bid award recommendation based on JEA procurement guidelines and policy. Oversee complex field inspections including testing. Responsible to document and report non- conformance with design plans and specifications. Coordinate with other internal and external stakeholders as required regarding engineering requirements and utility projects. Preparation of technical, financial or process analysis related reports. Preparation of written and verbal project status reports to include scheduling and financial performance details. Use complex computer simulation software and interpret results. May update computer models and related databases, both locally on JEA systems and on external systems. Works with the interpretation and application of NERC standards in all phases of the electric system. Train and mentor others in engineering, project management or other related aspects of the functional area. Performs other job-related work as assigned Benefits JEA offers a generous benefits and compensation package, with most benefits starting on your first day of employment . Paid Time Off: 13 paid holidays plus an exceptional annual leave benefit to be used for vacation, personal and sick time. Medical: Three comprehensive medical plans offered as options for you and your dependents–including one plan with 100% paid coverage for the employee. Other Benefits: Exceptional benefits package beginning from first day of employment. Dental Vision Health accounts – employer sponsored HSA and HRA Flexible spending accounts Tuition reimbursement Life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability and more. Retirement: JEA provides a great benefits and retirement package for its employees. Employees may begin participation in the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan on day one of employment. Employees have the flexibility to choose from a variety of investment options to help them achieve their retirement goals. Health & Wellness To encourage our employees to develop and maintain good health, JEA offers access to the Healthy Lifestyles Wellness program as well as 11 onsite fitness centers. From annual flu shots and biometric screenings to health risk assessments and periodic access to an on-site mobile mammography unit, the program offers something for everyone.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET) plus a minimum of five (5) years of engineering work experience within one or more of the specialty areas listed below (See Engineering Disciplines and Specialty Areas).
Master of Science degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering plus at least four (4) years of engineering work experience within one or more of the specialty areas listed below (See Engineering Disciplines and Specialty Areas).
Disciplines: Electrical or Mechanical
Specialty Areas Power Plant Generation, Planning
Sub-Specialty Areas Regulatory, Electric Generation
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: A valid driver's license is required prior to employment and must be maintained during employment
Unusual hearing or vision demands: Free from color blindness (depends on job assignment); ability to maintain vision correctable to 20/40; normal field of vision; normal night vision; good depth perception.

Responsibilities

Determines need, size, location and timing of generation, transmission, substation, and distribution system development, to balance economic, environmental, social and regulatory constraints and meet reliability and planning criteria requirements.
Develops preliminary design information and cost estimates for future generation resource options, transmission circuits, substations and distribution circuits.
Lead design & development projects as assigned anywhere within the electric system. This includes all aspects ranging from researching capacity requirements, planning, design, standards development, cost estimating and scope development under the direction and review of a manager or designee.
Responsible for providing engineering, operational and troubleshooting support to electric systems operating staff. Includes monitoring and improving system performance, modifying procedures, providing technical advice or training, investigating system failures, and participating in process improvement opportunities under the direction and review of a manager or designee.
Develops, implements and monitors engineering applications, tools, processes and services used to plan, maintain, troubleshoot, operate and improve the electrical system.
Defines, studies, analyzes, and maintains transmission, distribution and generation models.
Schedules, plans, studies, tests and coordinates forecasting models in support of the electrical system.
Provide project management in the construction, removal, modification or refurbishment of complex system projects within the electric system. This includes scope, resource and budget development, vendor selection and resource procurement, permitting, project coordination, site inspections, and testing under the direction and review of a manager or designee.
May include the coordinating, scheduling and directing internal or external technical and construction resources required for the project.
During emergency system recovery events may dispatch plant or field crews and troubleshooters engaged in the construction, maintenance and emergency restoration of electric distribution facilities and customers' service facilities.
May be required to sign and seal system drawings, specifications and reports. (Depending if a role requiring P.E.)
Prepare requests for proposal (RFP 's), reviewing responses and making bid award recommendation based on JEA procurement guidelines and policy.
Oversee complex field inspections including testing. Responsible to document and report non- conformance with design plans and specifications.
Coordinate with other internal and external stakeholders as required regarding engineering requirements and utility projects.
Preparation of technical, financial or process analysis related reports.
Preparation of written and verbal project status reports to include scheduling and financial performance details.
Use complex computer simulation software and interpret results.
May update computer models and related databases, both locally on JEA systems and on external systems.
Works with the interpretation and application of NERC standards in all phases of the electric system.
Train and mentor others in engineering, project management or other related aspects of the functional area.
Performs other job-related work as assigned

Benefits

Paid Time Off: 13 paid holidays plus an exceptional annual leave benefit to be used for vacation, personal and sick time.
Medical: Three comprehensive medical plans offered as options for you and your dependents–including one plan with 100% paid coverage for the employee.
Other Benefits: Exceptional benefits package beginning from first day of employment.
Dental
Vision
Health accounts – employer sponsored HSA and HRA
Flexible spending accounts
Tuition reimbursement
Life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability and more.
Retirement: JEA provides a great benefits and retirement package for its employees. Employees may begin participation in the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan on day one of employment. Employees have the flexibility to choose from a variety of investment options to help them achieve their retirement goals.
Health & Wellness To encourage our employees to develop and maintain good health, JEA offers access to the Healthy Lifestyles Wellness program as well as 11 onsite fitness centers. From annual flu shots and biometric screenings to health risk assessments and periodic access to an on-site mobile mammography unit, the program offers something for everyone.