Prepares engineering plans, designs, specifications, standards, cost estimates, and system studies
Works on project teams to support the successful completion of projects
Supports emergency response operations when needed
Promotes and supports a culture of total safety
Ensures duties are performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations
Interprets requirements and application of company and industry standards
Applies engineering principles, practices, theories
Creates and reviews cost estimates, and provides economic analysis for project alternatives
Plans and develops project budgets with appropriate documentation
Identifies potential areas of weakness with assigned work, and initiates corrective action
May coordinate the work of engineering assistants, technicians, or others who assist in specific assignments

Bachelor of Science degree or PE license in electrical, mechanical, civil or other appropriate engineering field
Experience in planning, design, specification preparation, technical field work, project cost estimating and scheduling (typically achieved after 3 or more years practice as a degreed engineer)
Organization, documentation, prioritization, and project management skills
Experience working with both internal and external customers on projects (desired qualification)
Familiar with codes and equipment utilized in the design and operation of utility systems (desired qualification)
Experience with coordinating external consultants in the execution of a project (desired qualification)
Possession of EIT certificate and ability to acquire PE license (desired qualification)
Knowledge of engineering economics and utility accounting practices (desired qualification)

Engineer II – Substation Planner

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