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POSITION DESCRIPTION
Substation and Controls
Rochester Public Utilities

www.rpu.org
Vision- "We Will Set the Standard for Service"
Our vision is based on six core values which are Safety, Integrity, Service, Stewardship, Accountability, and Skill.
The Senior Electrical Engineer leads, oversees, and performs a variety of advanced level professional duties and responsibilities involved in the research, planning, design, and construction of various electric utility engineering projects; serves as project manager on complex projects; responds to questions and inquiries from the general public, developers, contractors, engineering professionals, and City staff regarding engineering and development projects; and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. This position may focus in either the Substation & Controls area or the Transmission & Distribution area.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This position is responsible for performing the more complex and difficult engineering assignments including the more complex design and construction project management of large projects. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility and may be expected to provide lead direction and training to employees in lower-level positions.
We believe EQUITY should be at the center of all our work. We strive to represent our community in our teammates, as we know that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, and have an empowering impact on the work, progress and culture of our community.
It takes us all working together.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
*Technical Oversight
- Estimate short and long-range electric supply requirements. Develop a capital improvement plan and maintenance program for electric distribution, transmission and substations that meets customer needs and ensures electric system reliability.
- Lead, plan, train, and review the work of staff responsible for performing professional and technical level engineering work including plan review, development review, contract administration, and design in assigned area of responsibility.
- Inspect electrical construction, major electrical equipment installations, and review electrical equipment maintenance and operating procedures.
- Review plans of consulting engineers and contractors and make technical engineering decisions and establish technical criteria and standards.
- Prepare and check work orders, supporting plans and specifications related to electric substations and electric transmission and distribution facilities. Certify the proper completion of these work orders.
- Monitor available information concerning new techniques in the field of electric distribution, transmission and substations with effective approaches to more efficient use of existing electric supplies.
- Recommend practices, procedures, and standards necessary to accomplish objectives and implement policies pertinent to the electric division. This will include working with electric services policies, design criteria, construction standards, material and equipment lists and cost estimates.
*Support Functions
- Coordinate with management in formulating overall objectives and specific goals to fulfill the electric division goals.
- Prepare periodic and special reports as required or requested.
- Conduct system studies, interpret results, and utilize information in system planning and operation.
- Provide technical assistance to other electric and water operating sections, technicians, customers, consultants, and contractors. Offer support and input during system disruptions and outages.
- Evaluate qualifications of and recommend outside consultants, when needed, to provide professional expertise in preparation of project plans and specifications and other studies undertaken by the electric utility.
*Project Management
- Serve as project manager on complex construction projects and provide technical oversight to staff assigned less complex projects; administer project from inception to completion including design, review, public meetings, bidding and construction; develop scope of work; serve as liaison to staff, developers, engineers, consultants, the general public and external agencies on projects; develop project timelines and sets priorities; oversee the services of consultants.
- Prepare checkout procedures for new electrical installations and modifications. Provide direction for staff completing the checkout and oversee the initial energization of the equipment.
- Prepare specifications for capital and major maintenance projects, materials and supplies used by the electric utility, review bids and price quotations, and recommend construction/vendor purchase awards.
- Conduct system studies, interpret results, and utilize information in system planning and operation.
Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.
*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university and five (5) years of full-time employment experience in planning, design, and/or operation of an electric utility power system.
Licenses and Certificates
Certification as a Professional Engineer (PE) from the State of Minnesota within one year of hire as a condition of continued employment.
Valid driver's license
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with ArcGIS, SAP, Synergee, OCALC, CAPE or similar computer programs
Job Information
- Job ID: 71687625
- Workplace Type: On-Site
- Location:
Rochester, Minnesota, United States - Company Name For Job: City of Rochester, MN
- Position Title: Senior Electrical Engineer - Substation and Controls
- Job Function: Engineer (Electrical)
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Salary: $106,719.00 - $156,939.00 (Yearly Salary)
Located in southeastern Minnesota along the south fork of the Zumbro River, Rochester is a progressive and inclusive community that encompasses a 55-square mile area, featuring an urban skyline at its core and farm fields at its edges. Consistently recognized as one of the most livable cities in the United States, Rochester is Minnesota's third largest city and is home to the world-renowned Mayo Clinic and serves as host to 3 million visitors each year, many of them receiving care at the Mayo Clinic. As the Destination Medic...