Substation Engineer, Montana Electric Capacity

2 days ago


Butte, United States Northwestern Energy Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Substation Engineer, Montana Electric Capacity

Number of Positions: 2

Work Location: Butte MT Preferred (Location negotiable within Montana Service Territory)

Pay range: $70,000 to $135,200 per year

Employment Status: Regular Full-time

External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com

Internal candidates apply through iConnect.

About this position:

The Substation Engineer will be part of a dynamic team focused on engineering and project development supporting long-range transmission capacity plans across the company's service territory. The Engineer will develop creative plans and solutions to support engineering design for substation expansion projects, rebuilds and other new build projects across the company's service territory. Which includes performing effective design, analysis and budgeting of multiple exciting projects and initiatives.

We offer great benefits:

NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ 1,500 amazing people and serve 753,600 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:

  • 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
  • Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents)
  • Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
  • Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
  • Paid training opportunities
  • Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 10 paid holidays

Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.

About this job:

  • All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
  • Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
  • Engineer will develop engineering plans and preliminary substation designs to support NorthWestern Energy's electric transmission capacity objectives
  • Coordinate with other functional groups to meet expected outcomes and strategic direction
  • Perform engineering and economic analysis of multiple substation projects
  • Develop effective substation single line and three line diagrams and drawings
  • Compile and write technical reports and estimates and develop project budgets
  • Develop and coordinate projects up to 230kV
  • Perform computer related functions such as engineering analysis, design, drawings, spreadsheets and database compilations
  • Assist in customer and land owner field investigations and other substation design responsibility
  • Job time is spent in the office and field environment with exposure to all field hazards and weather
  • Occasional lifting of materials up to 35 pounds required
  • Travel up to 20% of the time, including weekend and overnights

Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering required
  • E or ability to obtain P.E. desired
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in electric substation engineering highly preferred
  • Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
  • Must possess strong computer, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
  • Experience or knowledge in system protection and relay fundamentals is desired
  • Knowledge in Project Development and Project Management principles and fundamentals is desired
  • Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple conflicting tasks and demands
  • Ability to work in a team environment and independently
  • Must have a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record

Requisition #4337

Posting Dates: March 27, 2024 through Until Filled

Department/Division: Transmission

Employment Physical: Required

Drug Test: Required

Background Check: Required

Relocation Benefit:

Telecommuting: Part-time within NorthWestern energy service territory negotiable

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at job.inquiries@northwestern.com



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