POSITION: Electrical Distribution Engineer II REPORTS TO: Chief Electrical Engineer LOCATION: Richland, Washington GENERAL SCOPE: The Electrical Distribution Engineer (EDE) II designs and manages major, complex engineering projects involved in the development of distribution systems for the City of Richland’s broad, values-based municipal utility serving approximately 25,000 customers. The EDE II will also develop engineering standards to provide uniformity in the design of the overall distribution system and provide supervision of work completed by EDE I and Engineering Technicians as required. The City of Richland is comprised of a dedicated and hard working team with a close-knit and flexible work environment that offers great project diversity. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Design major, complex engineering projects involved in the development/modernization of distribution systems and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems associated with electrical, water, and sewer systems • Project lead for AMI system, including the design/implementation of the pilot process and the deployment of meters • Perform long-range planning and development of the electrical distribution system (distribution automation) • Key team member in establishing the City’s conservation program (through voltage reduction) • Develop and implement engineering standards to provide uniformity in the design of the overall electrical distribution system. Provide technical design reviews regarding work of other engineers and provide counsel as necessary to assure uniform standards are followed • Perform design work for major line extensions, approve drawings, and estimate project costs • Recommend contractors as necessary and review project progress • Perform design work and execution of commercial/industrial wiring systems • Perform a variety of special studies including electrical load, fuse coordination, system design, and special needs studies • Provide project management during the construction of major electrical distribution projects including staking the project, providing guidance to crew leaders, resolving concerns, authorizing on-site field changes, and verification of as-built when work is completed • Prepare contract specifications and documents required for contracting major electrical distribution construction work for Local Improvement Districts (LID) or customer self-installed electrical distribution and State and Federal related work • Write terms and conditions, provide detailed project description with drawings, provide construction standards, materials specifications, list of materials and detailed engineer's cost estimate • Participate in and oversee Electrical Engineering Technicians in the staking of major construction projects • Explain electrical distribution projects to City, State and government officials, contractors, and the public • Develop computer databases and programs using various available software • Recommend software programs that provide specialty applications for electrical design (e.g. network analysis, fuse coordination, AutoCAD assisted utility distribution design software) • Evaluate material bids and make recommendations for specific material purchases • Design new and modify existing electrical substations as assigned • Communicate/interface with Operations, City personnel and outside organizations to coordinate construction activities, exchange information, and resolve issues, questions, or concerns • Other duties and responsibilities (special projects) as assigned by the Chief Electrical Engineer EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering • Professional Engineer designation • Minimum five years utilities related engineering work (SCADA, protective relays, substation modification, system related experience) • Operate GIS/CADD equipment using CADD software • Prior experience working in a union environment preferred PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: • Self-motivated with a drive for technical excellence and commitment to innovation • Likes a challenge • Innovative and creative, but level-headed also • Strong work ethic • Disciplined problem solver; effective at researching and implementing solutions • Up-beat, can-do, positive attitude • Ability to challenge status quo with tact and respect. Will support the final decision once it has been made • Willing to take risks, with the ability to learn from unsuccessful projects and/or tasks • Ability to work independently as well as collaborate within a team • Unquestionable integrity • Thrives in a broad environment where there are multiple projects to manage—enjoys “wearing many hats” • Hands-on—comfortable designing and executing in a test bed environment • Ability to build effective work relationships • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written • Strong internal/external customer service skills **Please submit resume to Allison Sherwood, Scope Services, asherwood@scope-services.com or call 509-922-8554 with questions** Location: Richland, WA --Tri-Cities Compensation: $80000.00-100000.00 annually + bonus + relocation Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Please, no phone calls about this job! Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests. nevada