Electrical Distribution Engineer

1 day ago

Reading, Pennsylvania, United States Reading Municipal Light Full time
Job Title: Electrical Distribution Engineer

Join the Reading Municipal Light Department as an Electrical Distribution Engineer and contribute to the development and implementation of electrical distribution systems that meet the needs of our customers.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director and Assistant Director of Engineering, the Electrical Distribution Engineer will provide electrical distribution engineering services to the RMLD. This includes applying knowledge of electrical engineering to problems and projects requiring familiarity with methods and materials of electric programs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform complex power system analysis, including protective coordination, fault studies, load service reliability, load forecasts, power quality, voltage stability, and system expansion studies.
  • Assist the Director in short and long-term electric systems planning.
  • Evaluate the impact of distributed generation on the electric system.
  • Support the implementation of Distributed Generation, Solar, and Demand Response programs.
  • Prepare technical procedures relative to system apparatus testing, maintenance, and operation.
  • Monitor system power factor and determine placement of capacitors for correction of power factor.
  • Prepare technical procedures for design and implementation of Volt/Var optimization techniques.
  • Prepare technical specifications for the procurement of electrical sub-transmission distribution equipment, control apparatus, and metering.
  • Prepare construction specifications and drawings for both O/H and U/G constructions.
  • Perform short circuit analysis, protection, and coordination studies to ensure the proper protection of the RMLD's sub-transmission and distribution systems.
  • Prepare and/or approve, organize, supervise, and execute dispatch sequenced switching orders under normal and emergency conditions.
  • Instruct personnel in proper inspections, maintenance, and operation of electrical apparatus.
  • Perform grounding, lightning protection, and power quality analysis.
  • Prepare technical procedures for electrical testing of high voltage and associated control equipment.
  • Prepare Smart Grid & Distribution Automation Roadmaps and schedules its implementation.
  • Generate technical proposals and bids.
  • Prepare Power Point and/or other presentations.
  • Generate system one-lines, circuit maps, etc.
  • Provide input on Division functions and related action/reaction impacts.
  • Provide input, review, and recommended updates as situations arise such as code, law, and configuration changes, etc. for the RMLD Service Requirements Handbook.
  • Generate applications, permits, authorizations, etc. for applicable entities including wiring inspector, building codes, tree warden, etc.
  • Generate contracts and/or applicable documents regarding pole petitions, pole attachments, and J/O.
  • Generate construction standards for overhead, underground, substation getaways, and fiber optic.
  • Design and manage multiple 35KV, 13.8KV, and 4.16KV distribution construction projects, including O/H, U/G, and substation.
  • Program and operate SCADA, OMS, DMS, and other related automated distribution equipment.
  • Perform all required engineering calculations and analysis (i.e. reliability, load flow, protection, and coordination, short circuit, voltage analysis, life cycle analysis, system loss calculation, planning study, etc.) in accordance with applicable laws and codes.
  • Provide technical information and assistance to other RMLD Divisions, Town Depts., Agencies, and customers.
  • Monitor and oversee NERC, NPCC, and ISO compliance standards and requirements.
  • Reviews all applicable construction and design codes and standards (i.e. NESC, IEEE, ANSI, NIST, etc.) and makes necessary recommendations for modifying construction designs and practices accordingly.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university; specialization in power systems preferred; Master's Degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of demonstrated electrical engineering distribution design planning, including demonstrated ability to perform load flow, protection, and coordination, short circuit, voltage analysis, life cycle analysis, system loss calculation, pole loading, guy tensioning, in accordance with applicable laws and codes.
  • 5 years of demonstrated switching and tagging of a system equivalent in complexity.
  • 5 years of demonstrated experience in qualified project management.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of theory and practices of electrical engineering related to the areas of assignment as obtained from accredited college or university.
  • Knowledge of NESC, OSHA, and related O/H and U/G distribution construction and safety standards, codes, and regulations.
  • Knowledge of approved engineering construction and design codes and laws.
  • Knowledge of system modeling, system protection, and coordination, utilizing Milsoft Engineering Software.
  • Knowledge of GIS and applicable software packages.
  • Knowledge of SCADA automation and related integrated distribution software management systems.
  • Knowledge of formal Red Tag Switchman/Tagman procedures.
  • Knowledge of hazardous waste prevention spill prevention regulations.
  • Knowledge of cost estimating, budgeting, and project management.
  • Knowledge of emergency response, switching, and tagging, as a qualified Control Authority or similar.
  • Knowledge of FERC utility accounting.
  • Knowledge of municipal purchasing and bidding laws.
Working Conditions

Capable of performing job functions under occasionally adverse weather and working conditions for extended periods of time. Moderate physical effort may be required on an intermittent basis.

License and Certifications
  • Valid Driver's license or equivalent.
  • Professional Engineer License preferred.
  • Ability to obtain a MA Construction Supervisor's License.
Other/Special Requirements
  • Must qualify as a Level 1 Control Authority.
  • Demonstrates ability to communicate ideas and directions to employees, customers, vendors, and peers, in a clear and concise manner.
  • Demonstrates ability to be a team player.
  • Demonstrates a positive attitude.

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