Technical Specialist 1, Substation Engineering Design
About The Position
This entry-level position is responsible for coordinating and supporting technical activities within Substation Engineering Design. The role requires technical aptitude, problem-solving ability, and excellent teamwork skills to be successful. The position involves performing assignments in specialized areas requiring technical expertise, reviewing functional specifications, and coordinating activities as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. It also includes supporting basic work planning, coordination, budgeting, and cost estimating, as well as potentially supporting the development and updates of single line diagrams and equipment specifications. The role also involves supporting material procurement, collaborating with QA/QC processes, and providing basic technical support to field and construction groups. Additionally, the position requires utilizing and improving processes and standards, providing reporting and presentations, and may require working extended hours, including during major storm restoration and associated drills.
Requirements
- BS in a technical field or BS Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited college.
- Zero to two years of professional engineering experience.
- Business knowledge in the utility & regulated environment.
- Interpersonal and relationship development skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to effectively interact with internal and external customers.
- Team player and ability to prioritize assignments to meet commitments.
- Problem-solving skills and ability to resolve technical issues.
- Vision acuity to operate vehicle.
- Hearing: Receive detailed information if spoken to.
Nice To Haves
- 3.2 GPA or higher preferred.
- Master’s degree in a technical discipline.
- Working knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes, methods, and practices necessary to perform routine assignments.
- Experience in utility industry trade organizations.
- Experience with MS Office, 365, Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Responsibilities
- Provides technical assistance in support of others.
- Applies technical knowledge to help promote a safe work environment and to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Performs assignments in specialized areas requiring technical expertise.
- Reviews functional specifications for completeness and consideration of practical limitations.
- Coordinates activities as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
- May support the review of technical documentation.
- Supports basic work planning, coordination, budgeting, and cost estimating.
- May support the development and updates of single line diagrams, and equipment specifications for engineering review and approval.
- Supports material procurement.
- Collaborates with activities in the QA/QC process.
- Provides basic technical support to field and construction groups.
- Utilizes and improves processes and standards.
- Provides reporting, including presentations to work groups and management.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
