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Butte is preferred location; will also consider Billings, Bozeman, Great Falls, Helena and MissoulaQUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a similar field of study
Excellent computer skills and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Good understanding of electric power systems and electric circuit analysis techniques
Valid Drivers License and satisfactory driving record
Ability to demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
Ability to travel to jobsites, off-site meetings and trainings (up to 30% travel per year) including overnight stays when necessary
Ability to work extended hours as required
Ability to participate in an On-Call rotation, after-hours duties, periodically, for one week at a time; this includes response to emergency situations and calling personnel out for after-hours activities
Ability to lift supplies and materials weighing up to 35 pounds
Ability to pass an employment physical, a drug test and a background check
Professional Engineer's License is preferred, or the ability to obtain one
Working knowledge of Substation and Relay databases preferred
Good understanding of microprocessor based equipment and logic design preferred
Good working knowledge of NESC, NERC, FERC and WECC guidelines preferred
DUTIES INCLUDE:
Develop or modify protective relay test procedures that meet the NERC/WECC requirements
Complete annual and quarterly Substation Operations regulatory compliance tasks
Review the results of the relay tests and determine solutions for failed results
Perform fault studies, conduct fault tests and evaluate test reports to validate system operation and performance
Document all testing procedures and results for regulatory/internal audits
Develop construction standards and estimate tools to support consistent and efficient design
Coordinate with project teams including substation, transmission, relaying and communications
Provide quality control of designed and constructed projects
Provide on-site technical assistance as needed
Use safe work practices in the design, construction and maintenance facilities
Support the Substations/Relay Operations Management team with development and execution of annual work plans
Serve in a capacity as project engineer to insure budget and schedules are met for construction and maintenance activities requiring initiative and sound judgment
Provide backup for Supervisors and Engineers during periods of leave
Adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Ensure self and others actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
Full-time position.$62,900 - $135,200 annually, depending on experience. Benefits include: 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%; healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision; Health Savings Account (HSA); healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA); Employee Assistance Programs; Life Insurance; paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays.Closes August 6, 2024.
Full-time