Network Engineer I, II, III, IV

Nebraska Public Power District•Kearney, NE

3d•$6,477 - $12,023•Onsite

About The Position

Are you hard-working and eager to make a meaningful impact in the ever-emerging energy industry? Come join us! By joining the Nebraska Public Power District team, you’re becoming part of a close-knit community that embodies the values and traditions of the state. More than generating and delivering power, we empower our employees to thrive both personally and professionally. With safety at the helm, we have created a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth. Here, you’re not just an employee; you're a valued member of a family that respects and supports each other. Our power grid has been consistently ranked one of the most reliable and resilient, but our reputation for excellence extends beyond our customer service to our employee satisfaction. Many of our team members have built lifelong careers here, advancing through the ranks thanks to our robust training programs and opportunities for professional development. With us, you’ll find a place where your efforts are recognized and rewarded, where you’re making a deep impact on the communities around you, and where you can truly power a career that you can be proud of.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (OR) an Associate’s Degree in Electronics, Information Technology, or related field and 3 years of hands on experience with telecommunications equipment or configuration associated with radio frequency technology, fiber optic management, microwave configuration and setup, data networking equipment or systems, or any associated telecommunications equipment, platform, or systems is required.
Ability to communicate with technical and non-technical staff and customers in a positive manner.
Increased level of technical competency in a minimum of one discipline listed as demonstrated by position history.
Project management of small size projects are researched, outlined, planned, coordinated, and implemented at this level of Engineer, which is based on Enterprise Technology project portfolio management criteria.
Demonstrated ability to perform research and evaluate the ongoing changes in technology and continued evaluation of best practices in support of telecommunication services.
Subject matter expert level competency in one discipline listed as demonstrated by position history and knowledgeable of another discipline.
Project management of medium size projects are researched, outlined, planned, coordinated, and implemented at this level of Engineer.
Subject matter expert level competency in two disciplines listed as demonstrated by position history.
Project management of large size projects are researched, outlined, planned, coordinated, and implemented at this level of Engineer.
The first four levels of Telecommunications Engineer are considered a career path and is approved by the appropriate manager. NPPD telecommunications engineering positions are managed under the NPPD Telecommunications Engineering Career Path document.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer, Telecommunication vendor certifications such as but not limited to Cisco CCNA/CCNP/CCIE (or equivalent), or other certification as defined by the engineering discipline is desired.
May be required to obtain unescorted NERC or CNS facility access based on position responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Design, configure, maintain, upgrade, and troubleshoot network routers/switches and other network components to support day-to-day operations (Cisco preferred)
Comprehensive understanding of layer 3 routing protocols, including OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP
Expertise in configuring LAN and WAN networks to ensure optimal performance and security
Ability to coordinate with business units and stakeholders to install/configure equipment on site
Strong communication and documentation skills to effectively communicate technical issues to team members and stakeholders.
Adhere to business and industry standards (NERC CIP / FERC / NIST)
Assist in developing business unit strategy and future planning
Create and develop project scopes and project estimates
Create and maintain system documentation (Topology Diagrams, Design Docs, Technical Procedures)
Engineering Studies - Activities and associated skills which are required to analyze the technical and economic feasibility of new construction projects, modifications to existing systems or equipment, or changes in operation or maintenance of existing systems or equipment.
Modification & New Design or Construction Projects – Activities & associated skills which are required to design & implement new construction projects, as well as system-wide designs, that would impact new or existing systems.
Operations and Maintenance Support - Activities and associated skills which are required to provide technical support to the operation and maintenance of existing equipment or systems.
Customer Relations - Activities and associated skills which are required to support the customers' business needs.
Consulting - Activities and associated skills which are required to provide technical direction or input to others.