Engineering work related to future long-term and short-term planning of the Fort Collins electric distribution system. The ability to analyze existing circuit loading and phase balancing throughout the existing and planned system using Milsoft software or similar planning tools and maintain system planning models. Experience utilizing ArcGIS to create project overview plans is a plus. Ability to assist in the creation of a 10-year Capital Improvement Plan as it relates to forecasted growth within the City of Fort Collins to aid in budgeting and prioritization. Will require collaboration with internal staff and regional planning authorities to anticipate changes to system-wide operations. Ability to aid Development Engineering to understand complex voltage drop and flicker scenarios to ensure electric system design standards and best practices are maintained. Engineering work related to ensuring the safety and efficiency of the electric distribution system through the development and application of design standards, Electric Service Standards, as well as providing training for designers, lineworkers, and operations personnel.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.
Performs professional engineering work in the design and application of electric utility distribution equipment and installation practices. May also support design and process improvement through participation in industry organizations.
Prepares and administers contracts with outside agencies to perform various construction activities and install equipment per Utilities Light and Power construction standards.
Conducts studies and develops information as needed to determine system design and customer loading guidelines.
Conducts electric system protection coordination studies and prepares work orders for application of protective devices.
Coordinates work activities with, and may provide technical support to, other Light and Power projects and personnel. May supervise or coordinate the work of Level I and II Electrical Engineers, drafters, or technicians.
Performs research, studies, and utilizes industry knowledge and connections to evaluate materials, equipment, and procedures for safety, reliability and effectiveness.
Using knowledge of electrical engineering and related disciplines, prepares and revises specifications and standard drawings for electric material and equipment, designating parts and materials acceptable for specific uses.
Analyzes quotations, proposals, and bids for total owning cost and conformance to specifications.
Seeks input and gains consensus or acceptance with user personnel in development of new guidelines, standards, or procedures and communicates them to all affected parties. May participate on national and international industry working groups or standards making bodies as a means of gaining a broader understanding of design impacts to manufacturers and other users.
Prepares work orders and construction plans for major field installation projects and special design projects requiring professional engineering expertise.
Researches electric load growth patterns, establishes load projection guidelines for new development, and reviews contingency plans to restore service under emergency conditions.
May perform electric system long range planning studies.
May develop application and field installation standards and guidelines for the installation of fiber optic communications.
May design substation equipment additions and upgrades.
May provide project management functions such as vendor and contractor coordination, reporting, scheduling, inspection, testing, and final commissioning.
Prepares stock item descriptions consistent with materials specifications and evaluates vendors.
Management Responsibilities
No
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices applicable to electric utility materials, design, application, construction, and operation.
Knowledge of economics, statistics, and advanced math.
Ability to apply advanced mathematical and physics related concepts in order to solve moderately difficult to complex engineering problems.
Ability to perform basic statistical analysis.
Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.
Ability to communicate at executive level and influence effectively.
Uses strategic critical thinking, and analytical thought process to solve problems, resolve issues, and develop solutions to problems.
Ability to prepare, review, analyze and assist with the preparation of bid specifications.
Ability to apply engineering skills to assist with electric system long-range studies and planning.
Skilled in the use of GIS, engineering, computer-aided drafting, web content/photo editing, spreadsheet, database, and word processing software.
Excellent customer service and co-worker relations skills.