Electrical Engineer I-III

City of Wilson•Wilson, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Wilson is seeking an Electrical Engineer I, II, or III to perform technical engineering functions in support of the city's electrical transmission and distribution system. Success in this position provides safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy delivery. The work consists of varied technical engineering duties. Wilson is a city of around 50,000 people located in eastern North Carolina, known for innovation and outstanding service. The city offers a best-in-class benefits package.

Requirements

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in Electrical Engineering or other related course of study from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) institution.
Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems (EE I).
Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with two years or more of related experience or service (EE II).
Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the subunits in the division/department in order to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted to require five years of related experience (EE III).
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Willingness and ability to acquire additional work-related knowledge (EE I).
Knowledge of electrical transmission and distribution systems.
Knowledge of engineering practices related to electrical transmission and distribution.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to utilities.
Knowledge of National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), National Electrical Code (NEC), pertaining to utilities.
Knowledge of electrical power quality and quality issues.
Skill in analyzing data and making decisions.
Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work.
Skill in the use of general office equipment, including a computer, calculator, facsimile machine, and copier.
Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Must reside in Wilson County.
Must work well in small teams, especially with hands-on employees (EE II & III).
At the employee's discretion, the employee may assist line and service workers and technicians during routine work as a ground worker, primarily during storm restoration or major events (hurricanes, ice storms, etc.) (EE II & III).
The employee provides round the clock service as needed to restore the system or address issues in a pool with the Engineering & System Planning Manager and other engineers (EE II & III).
Certification as an Engineer Intern required, Professional Engineer preferred (EE III).

Nice To Haves

Certification as an Engineer in Training preferred (EE II).
Interest in power quality issues (EE II).

Responsibilities

Develops and maintains relay setting for substation protective devices and line reclosers.
Assists with construction, renovation, and maintenance of distribution and transmission substations.
Reviews system conditions and makes necessary changes and suggestions.
Orders equipment and materials to support projects.
Provides Project Management of multiple small to large projects, especially concerning substation equipment upgrade and replacement.
Conducts training of other city employees in metering, relays, SCADA, substations, distribution and transmission system operation, load switching, and maintenance.
Conducts technical reviews of site plans and proposals.
Participates in staff meetings and work progress reviews.
Attends monthly employee safety meetings; prepares and conducts two or three safety meetings annually.
Develops relationships with all hands-on personnel, including linemen, meter technicians, control technicians, etc.
Offers assistance as needed during system restoration after/during storms, accidents, and as needed.
Provides assistance to Electric Engineer II and III and the division as needed.
Oversees and develops transmission and distribution protection.
Direct supervision of the Apparatus Technician and Substation Technician II (for EE II and III).
Performs testing, repair and maintenance of substation and line equipment.
Performs switched capacitor and fixed capacitor bank applications as well as resistive voltage compensation/voltage control.
Performs general engineering planning.
Develops and presents technical and safety training.
May assist other divisions as needed, especially concerning SCADA, load management, and distributed generation functions.
Assists in storm/outage restoration and may serve with other engineers in maintaining at least one engineer available for emergency duty at all times.
Provides training and mentorship to less experienced engineers.
Assists Electric Engineering III and System Planning Manager (for EE II).
Assists Engineering and System Planning Manager (for EE III).
Provides project management of various small to large projects.
May act as backup to the Engineering and System Planning Manager (for EE II and III).