Electric Utility Engineer

Electric Utility Engineer Positions

Silicon Valley Power (SVP) is seeking dynamic, engaging and qualified engineers for several vacant Electric Utility Engineer positions in various divisions.

For SVP Operations Division, this position will be assigned engineering work associated with communication and electrical power engineering. The individual will assist with the programming of industrial multiplexer networks. The individual should have a strong interest in industrial high-speed data networking.

For SVP Engineering and CIP projects Division, this position will be assigned engineering work associated with electrical power engineering, substation design and Transmission and distribution systems. The individual may manage or will assist in managing Capital improvement Projects (CIP) to support growth of the electric utility. The candidates should have strong background and interest in electric systems.

For System Planning and Asset Management Division, this position will be assigned to perform and maintain distribution system model, participate in integrated SVP system planning and other SVP groups to deliver distribution system results and reports, identify and implement projects that are necessary to support load growth and improve reliability of the distribution system. This position will work closely with customer/developers on their projects, will coordinate with various City departments and support SVP's field and operation staff as necessary.

Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write "see resume, NA, or personnel file."). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a
1) Cover Letter and
2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application packets may be submitted online through the "Apply Now" feature on the job announcement taclaraca.gov. This position is open until filled:
Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis for consideration to the position. If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed.

The annual salary range for this position is $ - $. This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range.

Minimum

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with: a) Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and two (2) years experience doing electric utility engineering work, or b) Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and three (3) years experience doing electric utility engineering work and experience using AutoCAD and Microsoft office (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Mathlab)

Acceptable Substitution:

• A Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one (1) year of experience
• An Engineer-in-Training Certification with ten (10) years of experience in electric utility engineering work can be substituted for the degree in engineering and the required experience indicated above

Possession of an appropriate, valid Class C California driver's license is required at time of appointment and for the duration of employment.

Desirable

Qualifications:

• Registration as an Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineer in the State of California
• Experience using ESRI based Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Experience using system modeling and load flow software;
  Aspen one-liner software, GE PSLF, and DEW ISM

Special Conditions:
May work unusual hours in emergency situations, or while acting as supervisor, or at other than the regular job site.

Other Requirements:
Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment.