Technical Specialist 2, Distribution Engineering

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Supervisor/Manager this position is responsible for executing routine technical activities and coordinating and supporting more complex technical deliverables. The role requires technical aptitude, problem-solving ability, and excellent teamwork skills to be successful.
• Provides technical assistance in support of others.
• Applies technical knowledge to help promote a safe work environment and to enhance customer satisfaction.

Job Description:

• Assist and performs assignments in specialized areas requiring technical skills.

• Supports projects within scope, schedule, and cost.  

• Supports review of functional specifications for completeness and consider practical limitations. 

• Collaborates with design activities as a member of a multi-disciplinary technical team. 

• Supports with basic work planning, budgeting and cost estimating.  

• Supports development and updating single line diagrams, and design drawings, and equipment specifications.  Supports material procurement.

• Supports QA/QC process. 

• Provides technical support to field and construction groups. 

•  Assist with and improvement processes and standards. 

• Collaborates with reporting, including presentations to work groups and management. 

• Position may be required to work extended hours including major storm restoration work and associated drills as assigned.

• Other duties as assigned. 

Additional Job Description:

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• BS in a technical field from ABET-accredited college.
• Two years of applicable experience or a combination of education and applicable experience.  Master’s degree counts as one year. 

Skills

• General knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes, methods, and practices necessary to perform assignments for a specific discipline, various installations, or services
• Business knowledge in the utility & regulated environment. 
• Proven experience applying sound judgment to make decisions.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship development skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with internal and external customers.
• Excellent team player and ability to prioritize assignments to meet commitments.
• Problem-solving skills with proven ability to resolve engineering issues.
• Mentor to junior team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a technical discipline. 
• Experience in utility industry trade organizations.

Travel Requirements

• Travels: Yes
• Percent of time: 30% approximately
• Overnight required: Yes

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position - Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling/Reaching - Seldom
• Climb - Seldom
• Kneel - Seldom
• Grab - Seldom
• Bend - Seldom
• Lift/carry over - 10 - 30 LBS approximately
• Vision - Vision acuity to operate vehicle
• Hearing - Receive detailed information if spoken to

Working Conditions

• Wet or Humid - Seldom
• Working near or on moving mechanical parts - Seldom
• Working near or on heavy machinery - Seldom
• Working in high places - Seldom
• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles - Seldom
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - Seldom
• Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions - Seldom
• Work with Electricity - Seldom
• Loud noise conditions (above 87dB)- Seldom

LUMA Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, military status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal or local laws.