Power System Supervising Engineer (Protection Engineering)

City of Austin•Austin, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee. Austin Energy is seeking a Power System Supervising Engineer to serve as team supervisor and technical lead. This position serves in Austin Energy's Transmission & Substation Protection Engineering Team which is responsible for the system protection engineering of the utility transmission, substation and distribution assets. This position requires an engineer with leadership skills who is experienced in system protection engineering design fundamentals and challenges; providing mentorship and technical leadership to a team of specialized engineers; possessing strong communication skills, analytical skills and being a proven problem solver in both team and independent settings. The ideal candidate is a collaborator who can lead effectively in a team environment including cross-functional engineering and non-technical staff. Job Description: Power System Supervising Engineer Purpose: Under limited direction and considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment, this position supervises engineering and technical personnel to assure consistency with standards and quality delivery of services to customers, advancement of new technologies and processes, and development and maintenance of technical utility standards.

Requirements

Knowledge of supervisory and/or management skills to programs, projects, and personnel.
Knowledge of engineering design principles applicable to electric utility operations such as, generation, transmission, distribution, and other related fields.
Knowledge of utility standards and regulatory requirements, to meet North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) and Texas Public Utility Commission (TX PUC) compliance requirements.
Knowledge of engineering standards, codes, practices, procedures, materials, and equipment used in the design, construction, and operation of electric utility systems or applicable industrial process.
Knowledge of City of Austin budget planning, purchasing and contract policies and procedures.
Knowledge of preparation of cost estimates and engineering and feasibility reports.
Skill in oral and written technical and/or general communication including preparation of written reports.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements within the Local and State ordinances and laws.
Knowledge of City of Austin purchasing and contract policies and procedures.
Skill in negotiations and handling conflict resolution.
Ability to communicate and provide direction to staff.
Ability to direct, coach and train others.
Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, plus eight (8) years of related engineering experience acquired either before and/or after licensing as a professional engineer, including two (2) years of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity.
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, the ability to obtain a Texas PE license within one (1) year of employment.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory or Lead experience in an engineering role
Experience in applying power system protection principles and relaying schemes for utility T&D systems
Experience in utility power systems analysis to perform system protection studies, develop protection schemes and relay settings
Experience using ASPEN OneLiner and SEL QuickSet
Experience in trouble shooting protection systems and mis-operation analysis
Experience with NERC reliability standards and ERCOT requirements
Experience reading protection and control drawings such as one-line drawings, AC/DC schematic drawings and wiring schematics
Ability to travel to multiple sites.

Responsibilities

Manages, coordinates, implement and provides technical advice and direction to internal and external customers.
Plans, research, designs, and implements engineering studies and projects and/or program areas by applying advanced technical knowledge of engineering discipline.
Manages, coordinates, implements, and/or monitors projects/programs.
Provides technical leadership advice and direction for assigned division, project, or program personnel.
Provides input into the development of Capital and O&M budgets and monitors team’s use of those budgets.
Develops staff by assessing business and personnel needs and implementing necessary training plans/programs to assure organization can meet needs.
Develops or leads development of technical specifications and standards by applying knowledge of principles and practices of engineering discipline, including the methods, materials, equipment and techniques used.
Manages and negotiates contracts by reviewing monthly progress reports, verifying final quantities and costs, compiling requisite documentation, reviewing change orders, and auditing as-built records.
Negotiates problems of changes, errors or deficiencies and ensures compliance with project specifications and requirements.
Monitors projects for regulatory compliance and maintains knowledge of the latest developments in the utility industry, to meet North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) and Texas Public Utility Commission (TX PUC) standards and regulatory requirements.
Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.