Technical Specialist 1, Distribution Engineering

LUMA Energy•Río Piedras, PR

About The Position

This entry-level position in Distribution Engineering coordinates and supports technical activities, applying technical aptitude and problem-solving skills while working effectively with others. Reporting to a Supervisor/Manager, the role provides technical assistance, promotes a safe work environment, and supports customer satisfaction. The position performs assignments in specialized areas requiring technical expertise; reviews functional specifications; coordinates work as part of a multidisciplinary team; and may assist with reviewing technical documentation. It supports work planning, coordination, budgeting, cost estimating, material procurement, quality assurance and quality control, and technical support for field and construction groups. The role may also help develop and update single-line diagrams and equipment specifications for engineering review and approval. It uses and improves processes and standards and provides reports and presentations to work groups and management. Travel is approximately 30% and includes overnight travel. The position may require extended hours for major storm restoration work and related drills, as assigned. Physical demands include frequent stationary work; occasional pushing, pulling, reaching, climbing, kneeling, grasping, and bending; and lifting or carrying approximately 10–30 pounds. The work may involve occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, heavy machinery, heights, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outdoor weather, electricity, and noise above 87 dB. Vision acuity sufficient to operate a vehicle and the ability to hear detailed spoken information are required.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in a technical field or 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.
Teamwork skills and ability to prioritize assignments to meet commitments.
Problem-solving skills and ability to resolve technical issues.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting or carrying approximately 10–30 pounds, vision acuity to operate a vehicle, and hearing detailed spoken information.

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 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 development and updates of single-line diagrams and equipment specifications for engineering review and approval, as needed.
Support material procurement.
Collaborate in quality assurance and quality control activities.
Provide basic technical support to field and construction groups.
Use 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.