Minimum Qualifications Power Sys Engr Sr Education and/or Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, plus seven (7) years of experience related to engineering. Licenses and Certifications Required: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, the ability to obtain a Texas PE license within one (1) year of employment. Power System Principal Engineer Education and/or Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, or in a field related to the job, eight (8) years of experience in engineering, acquired either before and/or after licensing as a professional engineer. Licenses or Certifications: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, the ability to obtain a Texas PE license within one (1) year of employment. Notes to Applicants *This position is posted at multiple levels and will be determined based on the Top Candidate’s qualifications and experience. The Principal Engineer / Power System Engineer Sr. will support the Distribution Reliability work group by providing technical support for Austin Energy’s (AE) overhead and underground distribution system, network, and associated advanced grid program projects. This individual will be expected to perform these tasks with limited assistance from peers, product documentation, and support resources for various projects. Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information. SALARY RANGES : Power System Engineer Senior: $47.75 - $62.07 Power System Principal Engineer: $51.07 - $67.04 Employment Application: The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application. Résumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see résumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable. Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed. If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. This position requires a criminal background investigation. Work Schedule: This position is categorized as Essential Personnel with the City of Austin. Essential staff are required to work during emergencies or bad weather if they are scheduled to work and, in some cases, when they are not scheduled. Essential employees ensure the continuance of key operations for the City of Austin. Work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekends. Shifts may change according to departmental needs. Employee may be required to work additional hours outside of regular work schedule. Fair Labor Standards Act: This position is considered FLSA Exempt. Exempt employees are salaried and, except as provided, are not eligible for overtime compensation. Pay Range SEE NOTES TO APPLICANTS BELOW : Hours Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a flexible telework/in-office schedule. Two days weekly at Austin Energy SCC , other Austin Energy locations, or service area sites as needed for meetings, training, events, and site visits. Overtime as business needs require. This position is classified as Essential. Please see the Work Schedule section regarding Essential Personnel. Job Close Date 08/09/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Energy Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 2500 Montopolis Drive, Austin, TX Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience performing power system studies such as protective coordination, fault studies, load flows, service reliability, power quality, voltage stability. Experience with data and technology tools such as Maximo, PowerBI, Milsoft Engineering Analysis, CYME , GIS (Geographic Information System), ADMS or OMS software. Experience reviewing or interpreting circuit maps, electrical drawings, control diagrams and charts for electrical facilities. Utilizes outage data, reliability metrics and circuit loading to develop system reliability work plans. Provide technical support to resolve customer distribution issues. Flexibility and adaptability to handle multiple daily interactions across internal and external customers. Experience implementing utility projects from design to field installation. Experience with tracking incidents, investigations, audits, and their associated action items. Experience coordinating work with vendors and internally across several work groups. Experience working with large data sets and data visualization tools. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities This position is posted at multiple levels. Please select the appropriate job description. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Power System Principal Engineer Power Sys Engr Sr Knowledge, Skills and Abilities This position is posted at multiple levels . Please select the appropriate job description. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Power System Principal Engineer Power Sys Engr Sr Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, plus seven (7) years of experience related to engineering. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No * This position requires candidates to have a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, the ability to obtain a Texas PE license within one (1) year of employment. Do you meet this license requirement? Yes No * Please provide your PE license number and state of registration: (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience in an electric utility setting. (Open Ended Question) * Describe any experience with reviewing daily interruptions and creating system improvement plans to resolve any found issues. (Open Ended Question) * Describe any experience with the installation and commissioning of distribution automation controls and equipment. (Open Ended Question) * This position is classified as an “essential” position. The candidate must be able to work during emergencies or bad weather if they are scheduled to work and, in some cases, when they are not scheduled. Shifts may change according to departmental needs and work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekends. Are you able to meet these schedule requirements? Yes No * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation. Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
Jul 11, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Power Sys Engr Sr Education and/or Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, plus seven (7) years of experience related to engineering. Licenses and Certifications Required: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, the ability to obtain a Texas PE license within one (1) year of employment. Power System Principal Engineer Education and/or Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, or in a field related to the job, eight (8) years of experience in engineering, acquired either before and/or after licensing as a professional engineer. Licenses or Certifications: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, the ability to obtain a Texas PE license within one (1) year of employment. Notes to Applicants *This position is posted at multiple levels and will be determined based on the Top Candidate’s qualifications and experience. The Principal Engineer / Power System Engineer Sr. will support the Distribution Reliability work group by providing technical support for Austin Energy’s (AE) overhead and underground distribution system, network, and associated advanced grid program projects. This individual will be expected to perform these tasks with limited assistance from peers, product documentation, and support resources for various projects. Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information. SALARY RANGES : Power System Engineer Senior: $47.75 - $62.07 Power System Principal Engineer: $51.07 - $67.04 Employment Application: The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application. Résumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see résumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable. Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed. If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. This position requires a criminal background investigation. Work Schedule: This position is categorized as Essential Personnel with the City of Austin. Essential staff are required to work during emergencies or bad weather if they are scheduled to work and, in some cases, when they are not scheduled. Essential employees ensure the continuance of key operations for the City of Austin. Work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekends. Shifts may change according to departmental needs. Employee may be required to work additional hours outside of regular work schedule. Fair Labor Standards Act: This position is considered FLSA Exempt. Exempt employees are salaried and, except as provided, are not eligible for overtime compensation. Pay Range SEE NOTES TO APPLICANTS BELOW : Hours Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a flexible telework/in-office schedule. Two days weekly at Austin Energy SCC , other Austin Energy locations, or service area sites as needed for meetings, training, events, and site visits. Overtime as business needs require. This position is classified as Essential. Please see the Work Schedule section regarding Essential Personnel. Job Close Date 08/09/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Energy Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 2500 Montopolis Drive, Austin, TX Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience performing power system studies such as protective coordination, fault studies, load flows, service reliability, power quality, voltage stability. Experience with data and technology tools such as Maximo, PowerBI, Milsoft Engineering Analysis, CYME , GIS (Geographic Information System), ADMS or OMS software. Experience reviewing or interpreting circuit maps, electrical drawings, control diagrams and charts for electrical facilities. Utilizes outage data, reliability metrics and circuit loading to develop system reliability work plans. Provide technical support to resolve customer distribution issues. Flexibility and adaptability to handle multiple daily interactions across internal and external customers. Experience implementing utility projects from design to field installation. Experience with tracking incidents, investigations, audits, and their associated action items. Experience coordinating work with vendors and internally across several work groups. Experience working with large data sets and data visualization tools. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities This position is posted at multiple levels. Please select the appropriate job description. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Power System Principal Engineer Power Sys Engr Sr Knowledge, Skills and Abilities This position is posted at multiple levels . Please select the appropriate job description. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Power System Principal Engineer Power Sys Engr Sr Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, plus seven (7) years of experience related to engineering. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No * This position requires candidates to have a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, the ability to obtain a Texas PE license within one (1) year of employment. Do you meet this license requirement? Yes No * Please provide your PE license number and state of registration: (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience in an electric utility setting. (Open Ended Question) * Describe any experience with reviewing daily interruptions and creating system improvement plans to resolve any found issues. (Open Ended Question) * Describe any experience with the installation and commissioning of distribution automation controls and equipment. (Open Ended Question) * This position is classified as an “essential” position. The candidate must be able to work during emergencies or bad weather if they are scheduled to work and, in some cases, when they are not scheduled. Shifts may change according to departmental needs and work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekends. Are you able to meet these schedule requirements? Yes No * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation. Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
Minimum Qualifications Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, plus seven (7) years of experience related to engineering. Licenses or Certifications: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, the ability to obtain a Texas PE license within one (1) year of employment. Notes to Applicants Join Austin Energy’s DER Integration team, leading the charge in adopting innovative DER technologies. As an Engineer, you’ll dive into the world of microgrids, solar + storage, and DER technologies. This position is ideal for those eager to apply their engineering skills to real-world challenges, grow within a supportive team, and contribute to strategic energy solutions. Be a part of Austin Energy’s distribution system transformation through innovation and teamwork. Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information. EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION : The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure to detail on the application ALL current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application. Resumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see resumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable. Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after seven (7) days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed. FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT : This position is classified as EXEMPT (Salaried). Exempt employees are not eligible for overtime compensation. IF YOU ARE SELECTED AS A TOP CANDIDATE : Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. This position requires a criminal background investigation ( CBI ). This position requires pre-employment screening under NERC CIP . WORK SCHEDULE : This position has been designated as a Critical Employee position. Critical Employees are considered necessary and vital and supports activities that impact City or department operations. This work can be done while at a designated work site or while working at an alternate work location. Critical employees who are able to work at an alternative work location are required to do so. Schedules may be modified, and employees may be reassigned to another area during extraordinary situations or emergency conditions to provide essential services. TRAVEL : If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. Pay Range $47.75 - $62.07 Hours 5 days a week The manager will work with you to ensure availability during “core hours." Job Close Date 08/04/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Energy Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 2500 Montopolis Dr. (SCC), Austin, TX 78741 Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with Distributed Energy Resources ( DER ) and control systems Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with a focus on Power Systems Proficiency in reviewing and interpreting circuit maps, electrical drawings, control diagrams, and charts Understanding of communication protocols relevant to smart grid technologies Familiarity with SCADA systems, PLC programming, and communication protocols such as DNP3 or Modbus Strong analytical skills and proven problem-solving abilities in both team and independent environments Familiarity with data analysis, data visualization, and data management tools Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Performs complex power system analyses, such as protective coordination, fault studies, load flows, service reliability, load forecasts, power quality, voltage stability, system expansion studies, and market operations. Prepares and reviews standards, equipment specifications, design procedures, and test procedures. Develops and prepares engineering designs, drawings, circuit maps, control diagrams, charts, databases, plans, and other documents for transmission and distribution systems, generation and substation facilities, market operation and settlement systems and SCADA / EMS . Provides technical expertise in materials, design, welding, equipment standards, relay coordination, technology or other areas related to the utility industry. Formulates, prepares, and implements operating and safety procedures and guidelines, and operating manuals for system facilities including substations, transmission, distribution, and generation. Prepares necessary reports to regulatory agencies. Assists in providing technical and financial inputs for projects in electric utility budget process. Identifies, investigates, and analyzes engineering design problems, and develops corrective actions. Provides technical leadership for major or complex engineering and construction projects, and works closely with field personnel to support project energization. Assists efforts to keep up with the latest developments in the utility industry, to meet North American Electric Reliability Council ( NERC ), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ( FERC ), Electric Reliability Council of Texas ( ERCOT ) and Texas Public Utility Commission (TX PUC ) standards and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: May be responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of engineering design principles applicable to electric utility operations, such as generation, transmission, distribution and other related fields. Knowledge of advanced mathematical techniques such as trigonometry, calculus, and coordinate geometry. Knowledge of engineering standards, principles, methods, codes, practices, procedures, materials, and equipment used in the design, construction, and operation of the electric utility systems. Knowledge of preparation of cost estimates and engineering and feasibility reports. Knowledge of regulatory requirements within the local and state ordinances and laws. Knowledge of City of Austin purchasing and contract policies and procedures. Skill in oral and written technical and/or general communication including preparation of written reports. Skill in negotiations and handling conflict resolution. Ability to perform more complex engineering calculations and to analyze engineering problems. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for this position requires graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, plus seven (7) years of experience related to engineering. Do you meet these qualifications? Yes No * Describe how you meet the minimum qualification you qualify for. (Open Ended Question) * Are you currently a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, have the ability to obtain a Texas PE license within one (1) year of employment. Yes, I currently hold a State of Texas Professional Engineer license. Yes, I am licensed in another state and I have the ability to obtain licensing within one year of employment. I do not have Professional Engineer license. * Do you have experience with distributed energy resources (DER)? Yes No * Do you have experience working with large data sets and data visualization tools, analyzing performance data, and documenting key findings in reports for grant or business purposes? Yes No * Do you have experience coordinating projects with vendors and internal work groups? Yes No * Can you review and interpret circuit maps, electrical drawings, control diagrams, and charts for electrical facilities? Yes No * Do you have a strong understanding of electrical engineering concepts related to power systems? Yes No * Do you have experience with SCADA systems, PLC programming, and communication protocols such as DNP3 or Modbus? Yes No * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes No * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation. Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
Jul 06, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, plus seven (7) years of experience related to engineering. Licenses or Certifications: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, the ability to obtain a Texas PE license within one (1) year of employment. Notes to Applicants Join Austin Energy’s DER Integration team, leading the charge in adopting innovative DER technologies. As an Engineer, you’ll dive into the world of microgrids, solar + storage, and DER technologies. This position is ideal for those eager to apply their engineering skills to real-world challenges, grow within a supportive team, and contribute to strategic energy solutions. Be a part of Austin Energy’s distribution system transformation through innovation and teamwork. Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information. EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION : The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure to detail on the application ALL current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application. Resumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see resumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable. Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after seven (7) days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed. FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT : This position is classified as EXEMPT (Salaried). Exempt employees are not eligible for overtime compensation. IF YOU ARE SELECTED AS A TOP CANDIDATE : Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. This position requires a criminal background investigation ( CBI ). This position requires pre-employment screening under NERC CIP . WORK SCHEDULE : This position has been designated as a Critical Employee position. Critical Employees are considered necessary and vital and supports activities that impact City or department operations. This work can be done while at a designated work site or while working at an alternate work location. Critical employees who are able to work at an alternative work location are required to do so. Schedules may be modified, and employees may be reassigned to another area during extraordinary situations or emergency conditions to provide essential services. TRAVEL : If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. Pay Range $47.75 - $62.07 Hours 5 days a week The manager will work with you to ensure availability during “core hours." Job Close Date 08/04/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Energy Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 2500 Montopolis Dr. (SCC), Austin, TX 78741 Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with Distributed Energy Resources ( DER ) and control systems Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with a focus on Power Systems Proficiency in reviewing and interpreting circuit maps, electrical drawings, control diagrams, and charts Understanding of communication protocols relevant to smart grid technologies Familiarity with SCADA systems, PLC programming, and communication protocols such as DNP3 or Modbus Strong analytical skills and proven problem-solving abilities in both team and independent environments Familiarity with data analysis, data visualization, and data management tools Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Performs complex power system analyses, such as protective coordination, fault studies, load flows, service reliability, load forecasts, power quality, voltage stability, system expansion studies, and market operations. Prepares and reviews standards, equipment specifications, design procedures, and test procedures. Develops and prepares engineering designs, drawings, circuit maps, control diagrams, charts, databases, plans, and other documents for transmission and distribution systems, generation and substation facilities, market operation and settlement systems and SCADA / EMS . Provides technical expertise in materials, design, welding, equipment standards, relay coordination, technology or other areas related to the utility industry. Formulates, prepares, and implements operating and safety procedures and guidelines, and operating manuals for system facilities including substations, transmission, distribution, and generation. Prepares necessary reports to regulatory agencies. Assists in providing technical and financial inputs for projects in electric utility budget process. Identifies, investigates, and analyzes engineering design problems, and develops corrective actions. Provides technical leadership for major or complex engineering and construction projects, and works closely with field personnel to support project energization. Assists efforts to keep up with the latest developments in the utility industry, to meet North American Electric Reliability Council ( NERC ), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ( FERC ), Electric Reliability Council of Texas ( ERCOT ) and Texas Public Utility Commission (TX PUC ) standards and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: May be responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of engineering design principles applicable to electric utility operations, such as generation, transmission, distribution and other related fields. Knowledge of advanced mathematical techniques such as trigonometry, calculus, and coordinate geometry. Knowledge of engineering standards, principles, methods, codes, practices, procedures, materials, and equipment used in the design, construction, and operation of the electric utility systems. Knowledge of preparation of cost estimates and engineering and feasibility reports. Knowledge of regulatory requirements within the local and state ordinances and laws. Knowledge of City of Austin purchasing and contract policies and procedures. Skill in oral and written technical and/or general communication including preparation of written reports. Skill in negotiations and handling conflict resolution. Ability to perform more complex engineering calculations and to analyze engineering problems. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for this position requires graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, plus seven (7) years of experience related to engineering. Do you meet these qualifications? Yes No * Describe how you meet the minimum qualification you qualify for. (Open Ended Question) * Are you currently a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, have the ability to obtain a Texas PE license within one (1) year of employment. Yes, I currently hold a State of Texas Professional Engineer license. Yes, I am licensed in another state and I have the ability to obtain licensing within one year of employment. I do not have Professional Engineer license. * Do you have experience with distributed energy resources (DER)? Yes No * Do you have experience working with large data sets and data visualization tools, analyzing performance data, and documenting key findings in reports for grant or business purposes? Yes No * Do you have experience coordinating projects with vendors and internal work groups? Yes No * Can you review and interpret circuit maps, electrical drawings, control diagrams, and charts for electrical facilities? Yes No * Do you have a strong understanding of electrical engineering concepts related to power systems? Yes No * Do you have experience with SCADA systems, PLC programming, and communication protocols such as DNP3 or Modbus? Yes No * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes No * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation. Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
Minimum Qualifications This position will be filled at one of the following levels depending upon candidate qualifications: Power System Engineer Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, plus five (5) years of experience related to engineering. Licenses and Certifications Required: None. Power System Engineer Senior Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, plus seven (7) years of experience related to engineering. Licenses or Certifications: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, the ability to obtain a Texas PE license within one (1) year of employment. Notes to Applicants *This position is posted at multiple levels and will be determined based on the Top Candidate’s qualifications and experience. The Power System Engineer Senior / Power System Engineer is a part of the Distribution Planning group, providing power system analysis of the Austin Energy distribution system. This position will perform a variety of studies. These studies will support cost effective project recommendations which are necessary to assure the Austin Energy Distribution System infrastructure is maintained, improved, and has the capacity to provide Safe, Quality, and Reliable service for current and future customer loads. This position will work closely with other Austin Energy groups to ensure the recommended projects are reasonable from an engineering, operational, construction, and land use perspectives. Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information. EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION : The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure to detail on the application ALL current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application. Resumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see resumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable. Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after seven (7) days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed. FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT : This position is classified as EXEMPT (Salaried). Exempt employees are not eligible for overtime compensation. IF YOU ARE SELECTED AS A TOP CANDIDATE : Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. This position requires a criminal background investigation ( CBI ). WORK SCHEDULE : This position has been designated as a Critical Employee position. Critical Employees are considered necessary and vital and supports activities that impact City or department operations. This work can be done while at a designated work site or while working at an alternate work location. Critical employees who are able to work at an alternative work location are required to do so. Schedules may be modified, and employees may be reassigned to another area during extraordinary situations or emergency conditions to provide essential services. TRAVEL : If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. Pay Range Commensurate Hours Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Job Close Date 09/01/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Energy Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 2500 Montopolis Dr. (SCC), Austin, TX 78741 Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience in performing electric distribution planning analyses. Knowledge of techniques used for planning the expansion of distribution lines and distribution substation facilities. Experience using various software packages such as AutoCAD, GIS , ADMS , ETAP , FeederAll, CYME , Milsoft, or similar. Knowledge of Distributed Energy Resources and other renewable technologies. Experience working with customers to provide technical guidance to meet their electrical service needs. Good written and oral communication skills, including preparing and giving formal presentations. Effective interpersonal skills, ability to develop strategic partnerships, and ability to collaborate between various team Duties, Functions and Responsibilities This position is posted at multiple levels. Please select the appropriate job description. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Power System Engineer Power System Engineer Senior Knowledge, Skills and Abilities This position is posted at multiple levels . Please select the appropriate job description. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed Power System Engineer Power System Engineer Senior Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Power System Engineer require graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, plus five (5) years of experience related to engineering. Do you meet these reequirements? Yes No * The Power Systems Engineer Senior position requires candidates to be a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, the ability to obtain a Texas PE license within one (1) year of employment. Do you meet this license requirement? Yes Yes, I am licensed in another state and I have the ability to obtain licensing within one year of employment. No * Please provide your PE license number and state of registration: (Open Ended Question) * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation. * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes No * Do you have knowledge or experience performing electric distribution planning analyses? Yes No * Describe your experience performing Electric Distribution Planning analyses. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience with Distributed Energy Resources (DER) or renewable technologies. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience performing cable rating (ampacity) studies? (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience reviewing and interpreting electrical drawings, technical or construction documents, and/or site plan drawings. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
Jul 20, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications This position will be filled at one of the following levels depending upon candidate qualifications: Power System Engineer Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, plus five (5) years of experience related to engineering. Licenses and Certifications Required: None. Power System Engineer Senior Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, plus seven (7) years of experience related to engineering. Licenses or Certifications: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, the ability to obtain a Texas PE license within one (1) year of employment. Notes to Applicants *This position is posted at multiple levels and will be determined based on the Top Candidate’s qualifications and experience. The Power System Engineer Senior / Power System Engineer is a part of the Distribution Planning group, providing power system analysis of the Austin Energy distribution system. This position will perform a variety of studies. These studies will support cost effective project recommendations which are necessary to assure the Austin Energy Distribution System infrastructure is maintained, improved, and has the capacity to provide Safe, Quality, and Reliable service for current and future customer loads. This position will work closely with other Austin Energy groups to ensure the recommended projects are reasonable from an engineering, operational, construction, and land use perspectives. Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information. EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION : The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure to detail on the application ALL current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application. Resumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see resumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable. Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after seven (7) days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed. FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT : This position is classified as EXEMPT (Salaried). Exempt employees are not eligible for overtime compensation. IF YOU ARE SELECTED AS A TOP CANDIDATE : Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. This position requires a criminal background investigation ( CBI ). WORK SCHEDULE : This position has been designated as a Critical Employee position. Critical Employees are considered necessary and vital and supports activities that impact City or department operations. This work can be done while at a designated work site or while working at an alternate work location. Critical employees who are able to work at an alternative work location are required to do so. Schedules may be modified, and employees may be reassigned to another area during extraordinary situations or emergency conditions to provide essential services. TRAVEL : If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. Pay Range Commensurate Hours Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Job Close Date 09/01/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Energy Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 2500 Montopolis Dr. (SCC), Austin, TX 78741 Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience in performing electric distribution planning analyses. Knowledge of techniques used for planning the expansion of distribution lines and distribution substation facilities. Experience using various software packages such as AutoCAD, GIS , ADMS , ETAP , FeederAll, CYME , Milsoft, or similar. Knowledge of Distributed Energy Resources and other renewable technologies. Experience working with customers to provide technical guidance to meet their electrical service needs. Good written and oral communication skills, including preparing and giving formal presentations. Effective interpersonal skills, ability to develop strategic partnerships, and ability to collaborate between various team Duties, Functions and Responsibilities This position is posted at multiple levels. Please select the appropriate job description. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Power System Engineer Power System Engineer Senior Knowledge, Skills and Abilities This position is posted at multiple levels . Please select the appropriate job description. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed Power System Engineer Power System Engineer Senior Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Power System Engineer require graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, plus five (5) years of experience related to engineering. Do you meet these reequirements? Yes No * The Power Systems Engineer Senior position requires candidates to be a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, the ability to obtain a Texas PE license within one (1) year of employment. Do you meet this license requirement? Yes Yes, I am licensed in another state and I have the ability to obtain licensing within one year of employment. No * Please provide your PE license number and state of registration: (Open Ended Question) * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation. * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes No * Do you have knowledge or experience performing electric distribution planning analyses? Yes No * Describe your experience performing Electric Distribution Planning analyses. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience with Distributed Energy Resources (DER) or renewable technologies. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience performing cable rating (ampacity) studies? (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience reviewing and interpreting electrical drawings, technical or construction documents, and/or site plan drawings. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
Minimum Qualifications Power System Engineer: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, plus five (5) years of experience related to engineering. Licenses and Certifications Required: None. Power System Engineer Senior: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, plus seven (7) years of experience related to engineering. Licenses or Certifications: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, the ability to obtain a Texas PE license within one (1) year of employment. Notes to Applicants The Transmission & Distribution Engineering team at Austin Energy (AE) is seeking to fill an engineering position within the Distribution Protection team. The responsibilities of this position include performing feeder and device coordination studies, programming settings files for protection devices, and working with fault analysis software. The ideal candidates will be detail-oriented collaborative engineers who can analyze scenarios, make critical, technical, and complex recommendations, and implement changes in an electric utility environment. This position will be filled at one of the following levels depending upon candidate qualifications: Power System Engineer - ($41.70 to $54.21 per hour) Power System Engineer Sr. - ($47.75 to $62.07 per hour) This position has been designated as a Critical Employee position. Critical Employees are considered necessary and vital and supports activities that impact City or department operations. This work can be done while at a designated work site or while working at an alternate work location. Critical employees who are able to work at an alternative work location are required to do so. Schedules may be modified, and employees may be reassigned to another area during extraordinary situations or emergency conditions to provide essential services. Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information. Employment Application: The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Gaps in employment must include an explanation and dates of unemployment. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application. Résumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see résumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable. Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed. If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. This position requires a criminal background investigation. Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program , you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. Fair Labor Standards Act: This position is classified FLSA Exempt. Exempt employees are salaried and are not eligible for overtime compensation. Pay Range See Notes to Applicants Hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with a flexible telework/in-office schedule. Two days weekly at Mueller HQ, other Austin Energy locations, or service area sites as needed for meetings, trainings, events and site visits. May require working outside of normal business hours as business needs require. Job Close Date 07/29/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Energy Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, TX 78723 Preferred Qualifications Experience providing technical guidance Experience working with medium-voltage electrical distribution equipment and materials Experience with coordinating medium voltage distribution equipment using fault analysis and Time Over Current Coordination software Experience with programming SEL 651R distribution recloser controllers or similar controls Experience with switchgears / automatic transfer-switches Duties, Functions and Responsibilities This position is posted at multiple levels. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Please select the appropriate job description below. Power System Engineer Power System Engineer Sr. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities This position is posted at multiple levels. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Please select the appropriate job description below. Power System Engineer Power System Engineer Sr. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Power System Engineer require graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, plus five (5) years of experience related to engineering. Do you meet these reequirements? Yes No * Please provide a brief description of how you meet the minimum qualifications listed for this position - to include, meeting the education requirements, years of related experience, and PE licensing. (Open Ended Question) * Do you have experience performing fault calculations using fault analysis software? Yes No * Describe your experience with coordinating medium voltage distribution equipment using time over current coordination software. (N/A for no experience) (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience providing engineering field support to electric utility technical personnel. (N/A for no experience) (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience with programming relays, recloser controllers, or other smart grid automation devices. (N/A for no experience) (Open Ended Question) * Do you have experience working with switchgears or automatic transfer switches? Yes No * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes No * This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Background Investigation (CBI) to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation (CBI). Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Power System Engineer: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, plus five (5) years of experience related to engineering. Licenses and Certifications Required: None. Power System Engineer Senior: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, plus seven (7) years of experience related to engineering. Licenses or Certifications: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, the ability to obtain a Texas PE license within one (1) year of employment. Notes to Applicants The Transmission & Distribution Engineering team at Austin Energy (AE) is seeking to fill an engineering position within the Distribution Protection team. The responsibilities of this position include performing feeder and device coordination studies, programming settings files for protection devices, and working with fault analysis software. The ideal candidates will be detail-oriented collaborative engineers who can analyze scenarios, make critical, technical, and complex recommendations, and implement changes in an electric utility environment. This position will be filled at one of the following levels depending upon candidate qualifications: Power System Engineer - ($41.70 to $54.21 per hour) Power System Engineer Sr. - ($47.75 to $62.07 per hour) This position has been designated as a Critical Employee position. Critical Employees are considered necessary and vital and supports activities that impact City or department operations. This work can be done while at a designated work site or while working at an alternate work location. Critical employees who are able to work at an alternative work location are required to do so. Schedules may be modified, and employees may be reassigned to another area during extraordinary situations or emergency conditions to provide essential services. Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information. Employment Application: The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Gaps in employment must include an explanation and dates of unemployment. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application. Résumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see résumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable. Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed. If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. This position requires a criminal background investigation. Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program , you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. Fair Labor Standards Act: This position is classified FLSA Exempt. Exempt employees are salaried and are not eligible for overtime compensation. Pay Range See Notes to Applicants Hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with a flexible telework/in-office schedule. Two days weekly at Mueller HQ, other Austin Energy locations, or service area sites as needed for meetings, trainings, events and site visits. May require working outside of normal business hours as business needs require. Job Close Date 07/29/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Energy Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, TX 78723 Preferred Qualifications Experience providing technical guidance Experience working with medium-voltage electrical distribution equipment and materials Experience with coordinating medium voltage distribution equipment using fault analysis and Time Over Current Coordination software Experience with programming SEL 651R distribution recloser controllers or similar controls Experience with switchgears / automatic transfer-switches Duties, Functions and Responsibilities This position is posted at multiple levels. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Please select the appropriate job description below. Power System Engineer Power System Engineer Sr. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities This position is posted at multiple levels. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Please select the appropriate job description below. Power System Engineer Power System Engineer Sr. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Power System Engineer require graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, plus five (5) years of experience related to engineering. Do you meet these reequirements? Yes No * Please provide a brief description of how you meet the minimum qualifications listed for this position - to include, meeting the education requirements, years of related experience, and PE licensing. (Open Ended Question) * Do you have experience performing fault calculations using fault analysis software? Yes No * Describe your experience with coordinating medium voltage distribution equipment using time over current coordination software. (N/A for no experience) (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience providing engineering field support to electric utility technical personnel. (N/A for no experience) (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience with programming relays, recloser controllers, or other smart grid automation devices. (N/A for no experience) (Open Ended Question) * Do you have experience working with switchgears or automatic transfer switches? Yes No * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes No * This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Background Investigation (CBI) to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation (CBI). Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
City of Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth, TX, United States
Pay Range: $89,975 - $116,968 annual compensation Job Posting Closing on: Thursday, August 15, 2024 Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm; Some evening/weekend work required. Benefits for this position include: 11 Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Pension Plan, Professional Development Opportunities, and much more. The City of Fort Worth is one of the fastest growing large cities in the U.S. Our employees serve the needs of nearly 1,000,000 residents, promoting our values of exceptional customer experience, mutual respect, embracing our diversity, continuous improvement, ethical behavior, and accountability. The Water Department is seeking a Senior Professional Engineer. This position will report to the Senior Capital Projects Officer within the W/WW Planning and Horizontal Asset Management section. The Planning and Horizontal Asset Management section primarily supports growth related initiatives, including development review. The primary tool used by the section to determine capacity is a water and sewer model (InfoWater). The job requires the ability to communicate clearly and quickly with development inquiries and efficiently manage the workload in a fast-paced environment. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major course work in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering related field plus Six (6) years minimum experience in either development, design, or operation of water or wastewater systems Some proficiency with water or sewer models (prefer InfoWater, WaterGEMS, or EPANET). Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word Strong Interpersonal Assets - Listening, Professional Manners, Problem Solving, Self-Management, Responsibility and Accountability Excellent communications skills. Unique ability to present concepts clearly and effectively, both verbally and written, with the development community and internal City staff Possession of registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas. If licensed in another state, continued employment will be contingent upon obtaining registration as a Professional Engineer within the State of Texas within six months of employment. Preferred Qualifications: Experience as a supervisor or manager with direct reports. Experience with Municipal Government Exceptional customer service, time management, communication, and writing skills are essential to address telephone, email, and walk-in public inquiries. The Senior Professional Engineer job responsibilities include: Reviewing developer studies for adequate capacity in the water and sewer system Water and sewer modeling in support of development and wholesale customer growth Wholesale water and sewer capacity analysis Assist in updating, maintaining, and improving the horizontal asset Risk Based Assessment model Analyzing specific regions to determine ultimate needs and layout of water or sewer lines Project management or assistance in planning related projects, including Master Plan updates and Impact Fee studies General trouble-shooting or analysis for internal stakeholders. This includes collaborating with Capital Delivery to ensure projects are appropriately designed. Collaboration with Field Operations will require pulling existing SCADA or flow meter data to perform I&I analysis and solve unstructured problems. Provide guidance for development to external stakeholders Supervise direct reports. This position is expected to manage one engineering technician. Guidance to non-engineering staff and graduate engineers is also expected. Working Conditions Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically require touching, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking, repetitive motions, climbing and balancing. Physical Demands Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly having to move objects . Conditions of Employment The City of Fort Worth is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of the City to recruit, hire, train and promote a diverse workforce without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or another non-merit factor. The City of Fort Worth is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions. Candidates who do not meet the Education requirement, may be considered if they have more relevant work experience than the position requires. Those selected for employment will be required to pass Pre-Employment checks depending on the position requirements. Those could include, but are not limited to: criminal background check, drug screen, education verification, etc. criminal convictions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Employees are paid by direct deposit only.
Jul 26, 2024
Full Time
Pay Range: $89,975 - $116,968 annual compensation Job Posting Closing on: Thursday, August 15, 2024 Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm; Some evening/weekend work required. Benefits for this position include: 11 Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Pension Plan, Professional Development Opportunities, and much more. The City of Fort Worth is one of the fastest growing large cities in the U.S. Our employees serve the needs of nearly 1,000,000 residents, promoting our values of exceptional customer experience, mutual respect, embracing our diversity, continuous improvement, ethical behavior, and accountability. The Water Department is seeking a Senior Professional Engineer. This position will report to the Senior Capital Projects Officer within the W/WW Planning and Horizontal Asset Management section. The Planning and Horizontal Asset Management section primarily supports growth related initiatives, including development review. The primary tool used by the section to determine capacity is a water and sewer model (InfoWater). The job requires the ability to communicate clearly and quickly with development inquiries and efficiently manage the workload in a fast-paced environment. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major course work in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering related field plus Six (6) years minimum experience in either development, design, or operation of water or wastewater systems Some proficiency with water or sewer models (prefer InfoWater, WaterGEMS, or EPANET). Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word Strong Interpersonal Assets - Listening, Professional Manners, Problem Solving, Self-Management, Responsibility and Accountability Excellent communications skills. Unique ability to present concepts clearly and effectively, both verbally and written, with the development community and internal City staff Possession of registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas. If licensed in another state, continued employment will be contingent upon obtaining registration as a Professional Engineer within the State of Texas within six months of employment. Preferred Qualifications: Experience as a supervisor or manager with direct reports. Experience with Municipal Government Exceptional customer service, time management, communication, and writing skills are essential to address telephone, email, and walk-in public inquiries. The Senior Professional Engineer job responsibilities include: Reviewing developer studies for adequate capacity in the water and sewer system Water and sewer modeling in support of development and wholesale customer growth Wholesale water and sewer capacity analysis Assist in updating, maintaining, and improving the horizontal asset Risk Based Assessment model Analyzing specific regions to determine ultimate needs and layout of water or sewer lines Project management or assistance in planning related projects, including Master Plan updates and Impact Fee studies General trouble-shooting or analysis for internal stakeholders. This includes collaborating with Capital Delivery to ensure projects are appropriately designed. Collaboration with Field Operations will require pulling existing SCADA or flow meter data to perform I&I analysis and solve unstructured problems. Provide guidance for development to external stakeholders Supervise direct reports. This position is expected to manage one engineering technician. Guidance to non-engineering staff and graduate engineers is also expected. Working Conditions Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically require touching, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking, repetitive motions, climbing and balancing. Physical Demands Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly having to move objects . Conditions of Employment The City of Fort Worth is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of the City to recruit, hire, train and promote a diverse workforce without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or another non-merit factor. The City of Fort Worth is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions. Candidates who do not meet the Education requirement, may be considered if they have more relevant work experience than the position requires. Those selected for employment will be required to pass Pre-Employment checks depending on the position requirements. Those could include, but are not limited to: criminal background check, drug screen, education verification, etc. criminal convictions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Employees are paid by direct deposit only.