Black Hills Energy · 1 day ago
Electrical Standards Engineer I, II or Senior
Rapid City, SD
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$71K/yr - $160K/yrBlack Hills Energy is a customer, growth and safety focused utility company dedicated to improving life with energy. The Electrical Standards Engineer will manage electric utility standards, support various departments, and investigate material failures to enhance operational efficiency.
EnergyOil and GasRenewable Energy
No H1B
Responsibilities
Support Black Hills Energy’s electrical standards in the company’s multiple-state business. Maintains a successful partnership with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Vendors and Manufacturers
Manage BHE Material standard drawings by using structured problem-solving techniques and statistical methods for data driven analysis and decisions. Effectively prepare or review documentation with a high degree of accuracy and completeness
Be familiar with NESC and other related IEEE standards related to material specification, powerline and facility design and specification
Be familiar with trends related to the materials in electrical networks
Provide reports and recommendations based on trends. Analyzing material failures working with 3rd parties for support
Participates in data gathering in order to demonstrate compliance. Perform and provide support for internal audits and assessments
Support efforts to research, vet, and approve new or alternative materials and equipment for use in the electric system
Update Electric Utility employees on materials and standards
Update Electric Utility on material failures and changes
Calculate annual changes to Capitol and O&M of proposed Standard changes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in engineering required
This position requires driving responsibilities. You must hold and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company and insurer standards
This role will be required to travel up to 10% of the time
3-4 years energy industry experience (for Level II)
Learn and apply basic fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of electrical engineering (for Level II)
Strong verbal and written communications skills (for Level II and Senior)
Ability to interact in a team environment (for Level II and Senior)
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite - Excel, Word, Power Point, Project and Outlook (for Level II and Senior)
Ability to work concurrently on multiple projects independently or as part of a team (for Level II)
Self-motivated with a desire to learn diverse topics and skills (for Level II and Senior)
5 or more years in utility engineering, materials management or other relevant experience required (for Senior)
Knowledge of electric utility operations (for Senior)
Ability to maintain proficiency with new systems and software as technology evolves (for Senior)
Strong ability to document and track projects and work goals (for Senior)
Preferred
Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code and electric utility industry safety work practices
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in line design software and Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook
Demonstrate ability to work effectively in a team environment
Strong verbal and written communications skills
Self-motivated with a desire to learn diverse topics and skills
Benefits
Annual discretionary bonuses
401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution)
Tuition reimbursement
Generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave
Company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term)
An employee assistance program and well-being benefits
Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance
Company
Black Hills Energy
Black Hills Energy is a growth-oriented, vertically integrated energy company with a mission of improving life with energy.
Founded in 1883
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Linn Evans
President & Chief Executive Officer
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