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Senior level engineer responsible for planning and conducting engineering activities. Requires the use of advanced techniques and the application of theories, precepts, practice and disciplines, including practical field experience. Incumbents have the responsibility and authority to make decisions on engineering problems and methods applicable to the resolution of important issues. Participates on and leads teams of field employees, technicians, engineers and other personnel.

• Develops, coordinates, and directs important projects or field engineering assignments with complex features.
• Performs assigned (or initiates) engineering studies, proposing solutions to engineering-related problems; develops models and analyzes data to support improvement programs, techniques & solutions.
• Interfaces with outside departments, vendors, suppliers, and reliability entities.
• Develops or assists in presentations of engineering-related projects to all levels of management & external parties (contractors, customers, etc.).
• Plans and manages group workflow to meet budgets and schedules.
• May mentor and provide guidance/direction for less experienced staff.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology and a minimum of 4 years of job relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Power Systems Fundamentals:
  • Strong understanding of distribution and/or transmission systems
  • Familiarity with load flow, voltage regulation, protection basics
• Distributed Energy Resources (DER):
  • Experience with solar, battery energy storage (BESS), or inverter-based resources, and microgrids
  • Understanding of interconnection challenges and grid impacts
• Grid Modeling & Analysis:
  • Experience with tools such as CYME, PSSE, PSCAD, OpenDSS, or MATLAB
  • Ability to analyze electrical system impacts (voltage, thermal loading, stability)
• Emerging Technologies / Innovation:
  • Experience evaluating or piloting new technologies
  • Ability to work in ambiguous environments and develop use cases where standards are evolving
• Data Analysis & Technical Computing:
  • Proficiency in Excel, Python, MATLAB, or similar tools
  • Ability to work with large datasets and extract actionable insights
• Controls / Power Electronics:
  • Basic understanding of inverter behavior and control strategies
  • Familiarity with control systems, automation, or SCADA concepts
• Utility / Industry Knowledge:
  • Understanding of utility operations, planning, or grid modernization initiatives
  • Awareness of NERC standards / compliance environment 
• Testing / Lab / Field Validation:
  • Experience with hands-on testing, commissioning, or field trials
  • Ability to validate technology performance in real-world conditions
  • Ability to work in a laboratory environment and conduct testing
• Project & Technology Evaluation Skills:
  • Ability to assess technical feasibility, risks, and benefits of new technologies 
  • Experience supporting technology through evaluation and approval processes 
• Problem Solving & Systems Thinking:
  •  Ability to understand interactions across systems (grid, controls, IT, field operations)
  • Strong analytical mindset for complex, multi-variable problems
• Communication & Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Ability to translate technical findings into business/operational impacts
  • Comfortable working across engineering, operations, and leadership teams
• RTAC / Automation Programming:
  • Experience programming or configuring RTACs (e.g., SEL RTAC)
  • Familiarity with logic development, communications protocols (DNP3, Modbus, IEC 61850), and integration with field devices
  • Ability to support control schemes for DER integration, monitoring, and field demonstrations

Other Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, primarily Excel and Word
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong time management, prioritization, and organization skills
• Proficient communication and interpersonal skills

Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities, and utilize a variety of the competencies cited in this description depending upon the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.