Purpose: |
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Under general supervision, this position is responsible for advanced design of residential, commercial, industrial, and illumination overhead and underground electric distribution facilities. |
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: |
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Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
- Assesses load requirements, evaluates environmental constraints, and identifies project requirements (permits, easements, aesthetics, fees, etc.)
- Performs cost estimates, plans material needs, and follows up on progress of distribution projects from inception to completion.
- Performs complex power system calculations: voltage drop, equipment sizing, etc.
- Interprets survey data, plan, and deed information. Interprets engineered construction drawings.
- Interfaces regularly with contractors, engineers, developers, customers, and consultants.
- Develops master system plans for future growth in large developments.
- Serves as project leader and coordinates the efforts of various utility sections in the design and construction of large developments.
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Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: |
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May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, and guidance to others.
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: |
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Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and the National Electric Safety Code requirements relevant to distribution design issues/distribution design techniques.
- Knowledge of high school-level math (algebra, geometry, and trigonometry), physics, etc. relevant to electric utility distribution design.
- Knowledge of distribution design and construction practices, including Austin Energy (AE) Distribution Designer Guidelines and Distribution Construction Standards.
- Knowledge of utility service guidelines and policies.
- Knowledge of power system components, functions, ratings, and limitations.
- Knowledge of roadway, security, and other lighting design practices.
- Ability to use AutoCAD or equivalent computer-assisted tools.
- Ability to use word processing and spreadsheet applications.
- Ability to perform advanced power system calculations.
- Ability to analyze power distribution systems and components.
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Minimum Qualifications: |
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- Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus seven (7) years of relevant work experience, including two (2) years of experience in an electric utility distribution power designer capacity.
- Education from an accredited college or university in a related field may substitute for experience up to four (4) years for the minimum qualifications.
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Licenses and Certifications Required: |
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None.
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