Technical Specialist 1, Protection, Control, and Automation
About The Position
Reporting to the Supervisor/Manager, this entry-level position coordinates and supports technical activities. It requires technical aptitude, problem-solving ability, and teamwork. The role provides technical assistance, applies technical knowledge to promote a safe work environment, and supports customer satisfaction. The position performs assignments in specialized areas requiring technical expertise; reviews functional specifications for completeness and practical limitations; and coordinates activities as part of a multidisciplinary team. It may support reviews of technical documentation and the development and updating of single-line diagrams and equipment specifications for engineering review and approval. The role also supports work planning, coordination, budgeting, cost estimating, material procurement, QA/QC activities, and field and construction groups. It uses and improves processes and standards and provides reports and presentations to work groups and management. The position may require extended hours, including major storm restoration work and related drills, as assigned. Travel is approximately 30% and may require overnight stays.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in a technical field or a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited college.
- Zero to two years of professional engineering experience.
- Business knowledge in the utility and regulated environment.
- Interpersonal and relationship-development skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers.
- Ability to work as a team player and prioritize assignments to meet commitments.
- Problem-solving skills and ability to resolve technical issues.
Nice To Haves
- GPA of 3.2 or higher.
- 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, Microsoft 365, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical assistance in support of others.
- Apply technical knowledge to promote a safe work environment and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Perform assignments in specialized areas requiring technical expertise.
- Review functional specifications for completeness and consideration of practical limitations.
- Coordinate activities as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
- Support the review of technical documentation as needed.
- Support basic work planning, coordination, budgeting, and cost estimating.
- Support the development and updating of single-line diagrams and equipment specifications for engineering review and approval.
- Support material procurement.
- Collaborate in QA/QC activities.
- Provide basic technical support to field and construction groups.
- Utilize and improve processes and standards.
- Provide reporting, including presentations to work groups and management.
- Work extended hours for major storm restoration work and associated drills, as assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
