Electrical Distribution Engineer

Company: C.H. Guernsey & Company
Location: Oklahoma City
Posted on: September 23, 2022

Job Description:

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Distribution planning and design experience from the initial conceptual/feasibility study and cost estimating phase through detailed design, installation, and startup phases is essential including:

* Experience in performing Long Range Plans, Construction Work Plans, and Coordination Studies for electric distribution cooperatives.
* Experience in the design and installation of new and modified overhead distribution and underground distribution facilities.
* Experience in performing engineering analysis utilizing Milsoft's WindMil and Light Table software.
* Experience in preparing settings for distribution reclosers and breakers.
* Experience in performing Periodic Work Order Inspections.
* Ability to develop and maintain technical standards associated with distribution work.
* Utility relocation planning and coordination.
* Ability to interact and communicate with clients.
* Strong oral and written communication skills required along with strong presentation skills.
* Coordination with substation engineers, P&C specialists, designers, manufacturers, and other suppliers.
* Experience with RUS standards and documents, the NESC, and knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, IEC, NERC/RFC, NFPA/NEC and other industry standards and codes.
* Prepares written technical documents such as planning reports, design criteria, specifications and other technical documents.
* Some travel is required.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

* Transmission design using PLSCAD.
* Substation design.
* Distributed Generation interconnect studies and system impact studies.
* AutoCAD and ESRI experience

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

* BS in electrical engineering from accredited university
* 5+ years minimum experience with distribution design and planning experience
* PE license preferred. If not a current PE, applicant expected to obtain license.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Guernsey does not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.

Essential Physical Functions: Stand or sit - must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Walk -this position requires the ability to move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. - 25% of the time. Full range of motion to walk, stoop and stand while working on worksites - 25% of the time. Use hands/fingers - must be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer - 50% of the time. Talk - This position frequently communicates with internal and external customers, must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations - 25% of the time. Vision - must be able to clearly focus on information located on a computer screen, paperwork, etc. - 50% of the time. Lift/Carry - must be able to lift/carry up to 30 lbs. of site equipment when necessary.

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