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Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW) · 4 hours ago

Engineer 2

Memphis, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$83K/yr - $103K/yr

Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW) is the nations largest three-service municipal utility, serving over 440,000 customers. The Engineer 2 role involves applying engineering principles to the design and development of utility distribution facilities and providing technical assistance to various stakeholders.

Electrical DistributionGovernmentWater

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Apply established engineering principles in the design/development of electric, gas and/or water distribution facilities depending on area of work concentration

Design/plan improvements, additions, and replacements of either electric, gas or water distribution facilities depending on area of work concentration

Prepare and/or review drawings, material specifications/costs and layout methods

Provide system information and technical assistance to consultations, developers, and contractors; prepare estimates, work authorizations and procedures for field personnel to ensure compliance with federal/state regulations

Perform various types of computer analysis for assigned utility system; test for and propose corrections to system malfunctions

Evaluate new products/ideas, test new equipment and prepare report of results; review obsolete/surplus items for possible use

Determine, within guidelines whether a construction change should be made while work is in progress; review reports concerning leaks/outages and make appropriate recommendations

Coordinate departmental work with other areas/departments within the Division, governmental agencies, and contractors

Make field trips to gather data, take measurements and/or inspect/observe utility construction

Stay abreast of up-to-date developments in engineering by studying engineering progress, various rules, regulations, codes, etc.; maintain library of industry related materials

Perform other duties as directed

Qualification

Civil EngineeringMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringNIMS TrainingMathematical AbilityLeadership QualitiesOrganizational AbilityCommunication SkillsAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelors degree in civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering depending on expertise required

Experience requirements will vary according to departmental needs

Must have an occupationally significant combination of leadership qualities to motivate and direct employees

Organizational ability

Oral and written communication skills

Ability to apply engineering principles and methods to utility design

Spatial and form perception

Mathematical ability and attention to detail

Must have successfully complete NIMS Training within 1 year of entering the job

Must have a valid driver's license from state of residence

Benefits

PTO

Pension

457B retirement plan

Company

Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW)

MLGW is the largest three-service public power utility in the nation, serving more than 444,000 customers in Memphis and Shelby County.

Founded in 1939

Memphis, Tennessee, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.mlgw.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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