- Location
- Jacksonville, NC
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- IT
- Education
- Associate
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- ApplyToJob
Description
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
PAY DETAILS:
This is an hourly position listed at $41.53 an hour.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The position assists in substation design, protection and control systems, engineering documentation, and field support activities. Skilled in developing detailed engineering drawings, coordinating with multidisciplinary project teams, conducting field investigations, and supporting construction and commissioning efforts for transmission and distribution substation projects. Can manage multiple assignments independently while ensuring compliance with utility standards, safety requirements, and project schedules.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports To: Grid Intelligence Division Head
Directs: None
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides employee with an overall exposure to equipment used and RUS Specifications so the employee can move to positions of increasing responsibility.
Trains when schools are provided by Jones-Onslow EMC.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Normal working conditions inside and outside the building. Regular working hours are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday, except company observed holidays.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job, and “other” duties and responsibilities include those that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job. This is an exempt level position and hours may be required beyond regular normal working hours
This Position Description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position and this job description is subject to change at any time at management’s sole discretion. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.
PAY DETAILS:
This is an hourly position listed at $41.53 an hour.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The position assists in substation design, protection and control systems, engineering documentation, and field support activities. Skilled in developing detailed engineering drawings, coordinating with multidisciplinary project teams, conducting field investigations, and supporting construction and commissioning efforts for transmission and distribution substation projects. Can manage multiple assignments independently while ensuring compliance with utility standards, safety requirements, and project schedules.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports To: Grid Intelligence Division Head
Directs: None
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare, review, and revise substation engineering drawings, including single-line diagrams, protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and cable schedules.
- Perform detailed design and drafting for transmission and distribution substation projects in accordance with company standards, industry codes, and project requirements.
- Conduct field investigations, site surveys, and equipment verifications to support engineering design, system upgrades, and expansion projects.
- Develop and maintain accurate engineering documentation, as-built drawings, design packages, and technical records
- Assist engineers in the design and modification of protection and control systems, station service systems, grounding systems, and substation equipment layouts. Coordinate with engineering staff, construction personnel, contractors, and operations teams to resolve design issues and support project execution.
- Review project drawings and technical documents for accuracy, constructability, completeness, and compliance with applicable standards.
- Support procurement activities by preparing material takeoffs, equipment lists, and technical documentation for project specifications.
- Provide technical support during construction, testing, commissioning, and energization activities, including responding to field requests and resolving drawing discrepancies.
- Assist with troubleshooting and analysis of substation equipment, control circuits, and protection system issues.
- Monitor assigned project tasks and deliverables to ensure schedules, quality standards, and project objectives are achieved.
- Develop and execute a system coordination plan to ensure the system is reliable, resilient, and safe.
- Develop and execute a protection equipment testing plan to maintain reliability of critical assets.
- Develop and execute a substation transformer testing plan to maintain reliability of critical assets
- Develop specifications for new substation transformers and substation protective devices.
- Direct the installation of mobile transformers inside the substation.
- Aid with disaster response planning and recovery.
- Provide substation expertise to other departments throughout the organization.
- Assists with system operation and engineering activities as required to maintain continuity of service to the system.
- Ensure all the cooperative safety rules are followed as defined in the cooperative Safety Manual.
- Ensure all the cooperative Service Rules and Regulations are followed.
- Interface with vendors to answer detail specification questions and provide guidance as needed.
- Provide a resource for substation construction crews to solve problems through collaborative efforts.
- Work in collaboration with the Grid Intelligence Division Head to ensure all ADMS needs are covered inside the substation.
- Requires excellent computer skills for all communication and operational activities
- An Associate Degree in Applied Science or two years college level courses in a technical field with three to four years' prior experience necessary.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred
- Courses in electrical system coordination, power system operations and design, also computer systems operations and maintenance preferred.
- Maintains a knowledge of engineering practices related to power line design and construction and code requirements relating to utility operations.
- Ability to render sound judgment decisions relating to safety, mechanical conditions and recommendations for maintenance of all types of power line components and appurtenances.
- Possess' a knowledge of electricity and electrical safety.
- Ability to perform outdoors, in adverse weather conditions for extended period of time and ability to work for extended periods of time in confined areas.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a current NC Drivers License.
- Ability to think clearly and must possess sound judgment abilities.
- Ability to use tools and test equipment in rough terrain.
- Ability to write in a clear legible manner.
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and to request clarification when needed.
- Ability to lift objects of various sizes and shapes weighing in excess of 25 pounds.
- Ability to walk long distances over rough terrain for distances exceeding two miles.
Provides employee with an overall exposure to equipment used and RUS Specifications so the employee can move to positions of increasing responsibility.
Trains when schools are provided by Jones-Onslow EMC.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Normal working conditions inside and outside the building. Regular working hours are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday, except company observed holidays.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job, and “other” duties and responsibilities include those that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job. This is an exempt level position and hours may be required beyond regular normal working hours
This Position Description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position and this job description is subject to change at any time at management’s sole discretion. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.
Skills
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