Summary
With moderate supervision, plans and designs the orderly and economic expansion of the electric system to meet present and future demand while providing high quality, reliable electric service at a competitive cost.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Other duties may be assigned. Directly or through others, the incumbent:
Accurately develop and maintain complex computer models of the electric delivery system that are used to simulate the operation of the electric delivery system.
Prepare cost effective system expansion plans using good engineering practices.
Resolve electric system issues and effectively communicate detailed documentation and plans of a complex design with other work groups.
Incorporate employee and public safety as a priority into the design and operation of all projects.
Effectively manage a significant number of projects while maintaining work product quality, consistency, accuracy and reliability.
Develop new processes and tools that benefit the group in the analysis of the electric system and multiple large data sets of historical operating conditions.
Promote environmental responsibility, corporate citizenship, and ethical conduct while setting a standard of excellence.
Maintain a current knowledge of electric utility rules, technical, administrative and regulatory requirements for reliable, safe operation of the system.
Work independently and be able to train and coach newer less experienced engineers.
Ability to apply analysis to identify the best solution to a technical problem, and to effectively communicate and commit to a course of action that is consistent with all legal, regulatory, code, standard, or other requirements as well as corporate policies and procedures
Perform power flow studies using CYME including creating and maintaining underlying databases
High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office software including PowerPoint, Word and Excel with VBA skills
Technical decision making, good interpersonal skills, organization skills, and effective oral and written communication skills
Software Automation and Scripting is a plus
Maintain a current knowledge of electric utility rules, technical, administrative and regulatory requirements for reliable, safe operation of the system.
Performs all essential aspects and functions of the job as well as any other specific job requirements
Education, Experience, & Skills
- Education - Four year Engineering degree.
- Experience - 4 or more years of applicable work experience preferred
- Desired Skills
- Experience in the planning, modeling, design, project management, and construction of distribution projects is preferred
Proven leadership abilities, interpersonal skills
Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) are essential
Strong attention to detail and organizational acumen
Successful in cross-functional or collaborative environments
Successful in time and project management
High proficiency in PC skills such as, Excel, Power Point, Word, and Access
Knowledge of database development in SQL, web applications is desired
Knowledge of company standards, operations, policies and procedures
Inquisitive by nature, self-motivated
Team contributor
Staff Engineer
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required
EIT with ability to become registered PE in Texas preferred
Four years of applicable electric utility experience preferred
Distribution planning work experience preferred
Ability to work as an individual contributor, team member or team leader
Senior Engineer
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required
Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas preferred
Six years of applicable electric utility experience preferred
Distribution planning work experience preferred
Ability to lead, direct, train and motivate others
Oncor Electric Delivery
1616 Woodall Rogers Freeway
Dallas
Texas United States
www.oncor.com
