Engineer 1

MLGW•Memphis, TN

20h

About The Position

MLGW is the nation’s largest three-service municipal utility, serving over 440,000 customers representing diverse backgrounds. Since 1939, MLGW has met the utility needs of Memphis and Shelby County residents by delivering reliable and affordable electricity, natural gas, and water service. We provide a full range of customer-oriented services, including a major role in the economic development for our customers. MLGW recognizes that our greatest assets are our employees and value diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to providing opportunities for career growth, training, and development. MLGW offers competitive benefits including PTO, pension and 457B retirement plan. We are dedicated to corporate social responsibility through community volunteerism and giving. MLGW is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. No information obtained in this application is intended to be used for such discrimination. The essential responsibilities of the District Engineer 1 will include applying established engineering principles in the design of electric, gas and water facilities for residential and commercial customers which include relocations, installations and removals; within specific guidelines, provide engineering and technical assistance to design personnel, customers, architects and various external entities; assist in computer-aided design/drafting as required; and may occasionally assist District Engineer 3 in reviewing design work of staff for training purposes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil, mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
Must have knowledge of and ability to apply entry-level principles of engineering.
Must have an occupationally significant combination of job knowledge; oral/written communication skills; mathematical ability; customer relations skills; resourcefulness; integrity; analytical and problem-solving abilities; skills in teamwork and promoting safety in the workplace; organizational ability; ability to work with a diverse population; ability to apply engineering principles and methods to utility design; spatial and form perception; and attention to detail.
Must have a valid driver's license from state of residence.

Responsibilities

applying established engineering principles in the design of electric, gas and water facilities for residential and commercial customers which include relocations, installations and removals
within specific guidelines, provide engineering and technical assistance to design personnel, customers, architects and various external entities
assist in computer-aided design/drafting as required
may occasionally assist District Engineer 3 in reviewing design work of staff for training purposes