Power Generation Electrical Project Engineer, Associate

Pacific Gas And Electric Company•Redding, CA

34d•$99,936 - $150,108•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Level Project Engineer is the first level in a progression and provides engineering, project management, and technical support to operations and maintenance (O&M) staff for small- to medium-sized capital and expense improvements at power generation and infrastructure facilities. Projects are normally discipline-specific and may include upgrades or replacement of turbines, generators, boilers, auxiliary equipment, or minor improvements to civil water conveyance or infrastructure features. Duties vary by assignment and may include serving as a civil, electrical, or mechanical discipline engineer or project manager on project teams. The position manages multiple routine to moderately complex issues and projects, or supports more experienced engineers and project managers on larger or more complex work. Under general direction, the engineer independently plans and manages work to meet commitments and assigned objectives, with progress periodically reviewed for technical accuracy and adequacy. The role involves project-related direction and contract administration with contractors, as well as providing information and conducting limited discussions with external stakeholders. Internal contacts primarily include Power Generation personnel, O&M clients, project team members, and PG&E internal services organizations. This is an ESC-represented exempt classification currently subject to collective bargaining. The position is onsite in Redding. The stated salary range is $99,936 to $150,108.

Requirements

A four-year BS degree in Engineering from an accredited U.S. curriculum, or equivalent education from outside the U.S.
Current and active Engineering-in-Training (E.I.T.) certification.
Current and active California Professional Engineer (PE) license.
At least 18 months of engineering and/or project management experience with demonstrated performance in a related industry; alternatively, demonstrated skill development and performance in Power Generation’s EIT program, or completion of PG&E’s college new-hire program.
Ability to apply engineering and/or project management principles and theory.
Ability to identify information needed to solve problems, gather and organize information systematically, develop analyses or support more complex analyses, and prepare basic reports and data displays to established standards.
Basic understanding of the utility industry and general knowledge of design requirements and industry standards, with ability to develop designs and specifications.
Ability to provide technical or project oversight and direction to consultants, suppliers, and construction firms for routine to moderately complex project needs; understanding of contracting principles and options; and ability to contribute to contract negotiations and dispute resolution.
Ability to function as project manager for limited-scope projects or support experienced project managers on larger or more complex work; understanding of project management concepts and practices; and ability to lead teams, develop scopes, schedules and cost plans, obtain job authorizations, coordinate activities, and analyze, manage, and communicate progress.
Ability to apply technical and business judgment to develop cost-effective, practical solutions.
Understanding of PG&E financial and business policies, practices, and tools, and ability to apply them to cost estimating, economic analysis, project justification, and approval.
Strong communication and analytical skills, including effective oral and written communication, presenting information in group settings, and facilitating project team meetings.
Ability to build consensus with team members and contractors on basic project and technical issues involving limited controversy.
Organized approach to planning and completing work to meet project commitments.
Good judgment in making decisions and recommendations, including seeking guidance from experienced personnel.
Initiative and proactive follow-through.
Willingness to work with experienced engineers and project managers to further professional development.
Ability to proactively develop engineering and project management knowledge through industry associations, conferences, technical workshops, trade publications, and formal education.
Proficiency with business computer software, including Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on Excel, Word, and MS Project.

Nice To Haves

BS degree in Electrical Engineering.
Electrical PE license.
Five years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Follow and promote Power Generation safety requirements, identify and resolve unsafe situations, model safe behavior, and contribute to safety programs.
Participate on Power Generation project teams as a discipline engineer or project manager, or support more experienced engineers; coordinate project activities across disciplines as needed.
Provide design criteria and calculations, and ensure appropriate checking, design reviews, approvals, and documentation.
Investigate resources needed for engineering and project-related tasks; prepare and update engineering forecasts and track progress.
Review and approve project material procurement lists, vendor drawings, equipment specification updates, and engineering material requests.
Provide construction support, recommend resolutions to field construction problems, and support startup tests and field inspections as assigned.
Procure long-lead-time materials for assigned projects.
Ensure drawings affected by design changes are updated to reflect as-built conditions and that field design changes are properly managed.
Provide technical direction and oversight to consultants and contractors, and provide technical direction to Design Engineers and Drafters while ensuring quality checking of work.
Provide technical assessments or project management services for operating and maintenance problems as needed.
Respond promptly to facility failures in emergencies to support assessment and corrective actions.
Periodically support O&M by serving as the on-call supervisor.
Support experienced engineers and project managers or provide project management services for small- to medium-sized projects.
Develop and document project scope and objectives, obtain stakeholder concurrence, establish project teams and roles, and secure agreement on detailed work plans covering schedule, cost, resources, contingency, and communications.
Obtain management approval as needed; track projects and address cost, scope, resource, and schedule issues; maintain project documentation; and communicate project status to stakeholders.
Work with the supervisor to prepare, evaluate, and negotiate contracts and proposals from consultants, equipment vendors, and construction firms, and manage resulting work.
Ensure applicable quality standards are implemented.
Perform other duties related to Engineering and Project Management as assigned.