SR System Design Engineer

3 weeks ago


Johnson City, United States BrightRidge Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for the design, maintenance, and performance of the BRIGHTRIDGE 69 kV transmission system and it's R.O.Ws. Study, monitor, and adjust the BRIGHTRIDGE transmission and distribution systems to improve efficiency and reliability. Aid in the design and update all of BRIGHTRIDGE's electrical systems; support systems both new and existing. Provide, design, and support for additional BRIGHTRIDGE systems and packages, such as fiber, AMI, OMS, CVR, DLC, radio systems, intelligent electric systems, load studies, and fault calculations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Responsible for the performance of the 69 kV transmission system including monitoring of system loads during peak times and their ability to safely perform during routine and emergency switching.
  • Schedule pole climbing inspections and monitor annual walking inspections of the entire BRIGHTRIDGE 69 kV system.
  • Share knowledge and skills with System Design Engineers, Sr. Field Engineers, and Field Engineers.
  • Direct the Line Inspector and System Design Engineers and participate in all aspects of work related to the proper performance of the transmission system. (Position has no authority in tangible employment actions including hiring, firing, promoting, reassigning significantly different tasks, or causing changes to benefits but may be involved in directing day-to-day operations of employees).
  • Design 200 Amp and 600 Amp underground distribution systems and provides construction follow up as requested
  • Design Smart Grid switching systems and stay abreast of new technologies in the Smart Grid product lines.
  • Perform cost studies for transmission, distribution, fiber, smart grid and lighting projects.
  • Proper design of new power lines.
  • Assist field engineers and engineering department in power line design.
  • Prepare construction work orders and construction drawings for the construction of new power lines and the upgrades of existing power lines.
  • Determine, define, and acquire right-of-ways for the construction and maintenance of new or existing power lines.
  • Develop switching procedures and review others as necessary.
  • Prepare work orders and construction drawings for power line relocation due to state and local government road construction and/or relocation projects.
  • Monitor the loading of transmission and distribution lines as well as substations to determine the need for upgrades.
  • Assist with keeping the system feeders' phases in balance.
  • Determine the use of new construction equipment and materials to operate the power system more effectively and economically.
  • Stay informed of National Electrical Safety Codes and ensure lines are in compliance.
  • Stay abreast of new materials, equipment, and engineering designs of electrical facilities.
  • Aid in the design and update all BRIGHTRIDGE electrical facilities and systems including transmission and distribution, substations, field equipment, SCADA, AMI systems, fiber systems, and miscellaneous support systems both present and future.
  • Perform load studies and fault calculation studies.
  • Interview salespeople and factory representatives to be aware of changes in materials, equipment, and supplies.
  • Prepare requests for special materials and equipment.
  • Specify and requisition special types of equipment.
  • Assist in the restoration of power during outages.
  • Monitor and correct the electrical system parameters.
  • Prepare documents for joint use structures with telephone company.
  • Perform as on-call supervisor as scheduled on a rotating basis; available for call-in whenever needed.
  • Prepare power contracts for commercial customers.
  • Work closely with Marketing on Green Power Products such as but not limited to solar projects and EV chargers.
  • Ability to maintain reliable, predictable, and reasonable attendance.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Coordinate with other departments on system planning to meet system goals.
  • Must maintain a valid drivers' license from state of residence.
  • Maintain assigned vehicle.
  • Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
  • Must be available for after hours work which would include working fair share of all necessary overtime.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Competent in the study, design, and construction of all aspects of the electric utility industry
  • Must be able to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
  • Must be able to stay abreast of new developments in engineering, as well as the broader area of the electric utility industry.
  • Possess good writing skills.
  • Determine the proper applications of power equipment.
  • Ability to read one-line diagrams for distribution and transmission systems.
  • Ability to write switching orders to transfer load on the system, maintenance, and emergency response.
  • Ability to dispatch crews as needed.
  • Willing to train and further work-related knowledge.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Position requires constant talking and depth perception and frequent forward bending, sitting, handling, fine manipulation and arm/hand use for machine control operation.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Outside in varying weather conditions 50% walking long distances on uneven terrain in an outdoor, non-temperature-controlled environment, inside in normal office conditions 50% with appropriate lighting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
  • Ten or more years in the field of electric power systems desired

BRIGHTRIDGE wishes to be in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. In accordance with the Act, we will make reasonable accommodation to any person who needs such accommodation, whether a new hire or a current employee, assuming that the person is fully qualified for the position.

These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Since jobs tend to change over time, Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required without a formal update of the job description.



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