Electrical Engineer Assc - Engineer

07 Aug 2024

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Job Description:

Please note that Education and/or relevant Experience will be used to determine the appropriate salary and salary grade.

The hired Electrical Engineer will work under an assigned supervisor. Some duties will include, performing entry level and higher level engineering work, completing projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge and related activities associated with the planning, design, analysis, research, development, testing, construction, maintenance, and operation of Company equipment and facilities. All duties will be performed in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives following Company protocol.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
  • Design overhead and underground distribution facilities for new and existing customers according to AEPs Services construction standards.
  • Consult with residential and commercial customers about policies, budgets, deadlines, and requirements for new electric service.
  • Work closely with customers to determine their electrical equipment needs for new industrial, commercial, and residential loads under stringent deadlines.
  • Provide engineering support to operations and maintenances of power distribution systems.
  • Work storm restoration locally or out of town by patrols lines and directs crews during outage restoration operations.
  • Produce computer-aided design (CAD) drawings for construction projects.
  • Represent the Company with government officials, contractors, city agencies, vendors, architects, and engineers to provide service to customers.
  • Obtain permits and easements for facilities in accordance with AEP, local city ordinances, state, federal, and county agencies as required.
  • Execute contracts and agreements in compliance with administrative instructions and regulatory requirements.
  • Develop relationships with internal and external customers and contractors, where you will be working to meet and exceed their expectations daily.
  • Become well versed with AEPs Distribution Design program and other computer programs necessary for completion of projects.

Essential Job Functions:Technical Expertise: Possesses entry-level knowledge and experience in the application of theory to solve well-defined problems or provide analysis, with guidance from higher-level engineers. Assists higher-level engineers in handling well-defined portions of more complex problems and analyses. Exhibits fundamental understanding of standards, codes and regulations relevant to the area of assignment. Gains familiarity with standards, codes and regulations relevant to the area of assignment. Gains familiarity with pertinent equipment, materials, systems and business processes.

Leadership & Guidance: Coordinates work activities of others as required to resolve routine engineering tasks. Demonstrates working knowledge of appropriate policies and procedures; however, activities are generally monitored by higher-level employees to ensure work is performed in accordance with established guidelines. Performs work activities as assigned and coached by higher-level employees. Demonstrates ability to work with others in both supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary. Demonstrates willingness and capabilities to assume leadership roles.

Planning & Organization Ability: Provides input to routine project planning documents related to scheduling and understands the use of scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for budget and planning activities. Monitors project status and recommends action accordingly. Prepares cost estimates using established standards. Develops understanding of the workflow for routine engineering projects. Accomplishes work according to plans and schedules established by higher-level employees.

Problem Solving & Initiative: Actively seeks out information and understanding of engineering problems and solution techniques applicable to area of responsibility. Applies basic techniques to perform analysis associated with the resolution of routine technical problems. Uses initiative in looking for opportunities and presenting new ideas and new approaches.

Communication: Assists and participates in the preparation of reports and technical papers. Assimilates information and instructions readily. Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing and presents ideas clearly. Listens to and understands instructions, and requests clarification as required.

Interpersonal Skills: Begins networking with peers to share information and encourage cooperation. Understands the agendas and perspectives of others. Develops effective give-and-take relationship. Demonstrates the ability to be a team player. Relates to people in an open, friendly, and sincere manner.

Decision Making: Knows which decisions they are authorized to make. Develops decision-making skills under guidance of higher-level employees and makes routine decisions subject to review and contributes to team decision-making.

Business Awareness & Characteristics: Demonstrates an attitude and desire to listen to and satisfy both internal and external customers who use and depend upon their organizational unit's work. Applies economic analysis techniques in problem solving. Pursues effective ways to protect and enhance the environment while providing reliable electricity at a competitive cost. Active participation in professional and business organizations is encouraged. Develops an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the department.

This position is considered a Hybrid Role: After initial training, onsite reporting will be expected three (3) days per week.

Requirements

Engineer Assc - BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

This is an entry level position for new graduates with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET; Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged and preferred.

ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology. Acceptable alternatives are (1) a Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET), plus a Professional Engineers (PE) license in any state of the U.S. or (2) a Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.

Physical demand level is Sedentary

Engineer - BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET; or 2 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree in engineering from a program accredited by ABET; Individuals with a PhD in engineering from an engineering program accredited by ABET may be considered for entry into the organization at this level; Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is encouraged and preferred.

ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology. Acceptable alternatives are (1) a Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET), plus a Professional Engineers (PE) license in any state of the U.S. or (2) a Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program. Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.

  • ID: #44661098
  • State: Oklahoma Tulsa 74145 Tulsa USA
  • City: Tulsa
  • Salary: USD TBD TBD
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Showed: 2022-08-07
  • Deadline: 2022-10-01
  • Category: Et cetera