JOB TITLE: ELECTRICAL ENGINEER I, II, III
LOCATION: BANGOR OR PRESQUE ISLE
REPORTS TO: MANAGER OF SYSTEM OPERATIONS, PST & ENGINEERING
POSITION STATUS: EXEMPT, NON-BARGAINING UNIT, FULL TIME
Be a part of the energy that is transforming the power industry of northern and eastern Maine.
Versant Power continues to provide efficient, safe, and reliable delivery of electricity to customers in northern and eastern Maine, while never losing sight of safety, quality, accountability, integrity, and innovation, for over 100 years.
We are committed to our dedicated people, who inspire us every day, to deliver something more powerful than power alone.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Under the general direction of the Manager of System, Operations, PST & Engineering, this position encompasses electrical engineering duties under a variety of focus areas. including transmission and distribution protection analysis, substation planning, design, specifications, procurement, and commissioning.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Understand one-lines, three-lines, schematic diagrams, wiring and connection diagrams for area of Engineering focus.
- Project management responsibilities, where applicable, including fiscal control, reporting and closing of projects.
- Understand the use of technical test equipment and oversight of the associated data and results.
- Interact with area field personnel, providing Engineering oversight and technical assistance as needed.
- Understanding of applicable standards and regulations per specific focus area of Electrical Engineering.
- Ability to develop solutions per system needs.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other Engineers and other departments.
- Understanding basic electrical theory and the application to a Power Utility.
FOCUS AREA: Sub Station Construction
- Engineering design, material specification, cost estimates, justification and procurement for capital projects driven by customers or internal capital requests for sub stations, line reclosers and line regulators.
- Compilation of electrical system data, statistical reports, and specific data requests, including protection and control testing and commissioning records.
- Assists in design, procurement, and construction of primary and transformer rated metering.
- Assists with design, procurement, and construction of underground distribution networks.
- Assists with communication equipment and controls systems including design, commissioning and trouble shooting.
- Establishment of Electrical Equipment specification and construction standards.
REQUIRED OR PREFERRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Engineer I-BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology required. Related field experience in focus area will be considered.
- Engineer II- BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology required. Five years of T&D Engineering required. Related field experience in focus area will be considered.
- Engineer III- BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology required. Ten years of T&D Engineering required. Related field experience in focus area will be considered.
- Experience with PC based software including excel spreadsheets, AutoCAD, CYME & CAPE preferred.
- Position requires identity verification and seven-year criminal background check with update at least every seven years pursuant to NERC standards.
- Maine driver’s license required.
PERSONAL QUALITIES:
- Demonstrated initiative in recognizing opportunities for improvement and efficiency.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external parties; this includes excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Able to deal with ambiguity, among multiple projects and competing priorities.
NOTES:
- Position requires sitting, standing, driving, and walking on uneven terrain.
- Routine work outside required.
- Position requires concentration and strong organizational skills
- Emera Maine is a tobacco free and fragrance-free workplace.
- Usual work hours are 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Extra hours are required.
- Other related duties as assigned, including designated duties associated with System Restoration.
- Versant Power is a tobacco-free, drug-free, and fragrance-free workplace.
POSTED: 10/23/2024