Power System Graduate Engineer (Transmission Engineering)

City of Austin•Austin, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Transmission Engineering team provides overhead transmission line design engineering for capital projects, maintenance work, and related projects. The team also reviews proposed site development near Austin Energy transmission facilities for compliance with AE requirements, works with the Regulatory team to meet regulatory obligations, and supports the ownership, operation, and maintenance of a reliable 69 kV to 345 kV transmission system in a congested urban area. Under limited supervision, the Power System Graduate Engineer designs and assists in designing electric utility system facilities. These may include generation, substations, overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines, network and protection systems, SCADA, Energy Management, market operation and settlement systems, street lighting, and other electric system facilities. This position exists only in Austin Energy’s Power Production and Electrical Services Delivery department. The role is classified as exempt and designated as a Critical Employee position. The position is based at 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, Texas, with hybrid work available; critical employees able to work from an alternative location are required to do so when applicable.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering.
Three years of experience related to the job; a master’s degree in engineering may substitute for up to two years of experience.
Knowledge of engineering design principles applicable to electric utility operations, including generation, transmission, and distribution.
Knowledge of mathematical techniques such as trigonometry, calculus, and coordinate geometry.
Knowledge of modern methods, materials, and techniques of the assigned discipline.
Knowledge of leadership roles and responsibilities and the applicability of established engineering principles and methods.
Knowledge of computer software programs applicable to the position and preparation of cost estimates.
Skill in oral and written technical and general communication.
Ability to perform engineering calculations and analyze engineering problems.
Ability to read and comprehend simple specifications, plans, and shop drawings.
Ability to interpret and make decisions in conformance with established policies and practices.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with coworkers and the public.
Must meet City of Austin Driver Safety Standards to drive to multiple work locations when necessary; otherwise, responsible for transportation to and from those locations.
Must complete a criminal background investigation and NERC Personal Risk Assessment.
Must provide proof of valid work authorization at hire and maintain work authorization throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Robust overhead transmission line design technical skills.
Experience working for an electric utility, cooperative, or municipality.
Experience using the PLS-CADD software suite.
Experience using the National Electric Safety Code and related industry codes and standards, including ASCE-SEI and RUS.
Structural and geotechnical engineering experience.
Electrical engineering experience related to high-voltage transmission line design.
Skills using AutoCAD.
Skills using LPile, MFAD, or other foundation design and analysis software.
Experience using GIS systems.
Experience routing in congested urban areas.
Ability to travel to multiple sites as part of regular job duties.

Responsibilities

Prepare or assist with standards, equipment specifications, design procedures, and test procedures.
Perform or assist with power system studies, including protective coordination, fault studies, load flows, service reliability, power quality, and voltage stability.
Prepare or assist with engineering designs, drawings, and other documents for generation, transmission, distribution, substations, and SCADA/EMS.
Prepare or assist with maintaining drawings, circuit maps, diagrams, charts, databases, and plans.
Provide technical assistance to customers, developers, and other City departments on electric utility services.
Provide technical and financial inputs for electric utility budget projects.
Prepare or assist with safety procedures for electric facilities.
Work closely with field personnel to support project energization.
Travel to multiple sites as part of regular job duties when necessary.