City of Loveland · 18 hours ago
Electrical Engineer I and Electrical Engineer II
Loveland, Colorado, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$85K/yr - $115K/yr
3+ years expThe City of Loveland is seeking dynamic Electrical Engineers to join their Loveland Water and Power Engineering team. The positions involve supporting the installation of electric distribution infrastructure and performing engineering tasks related to power systems.
Government
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide support to the Distribution Design group to facilitate the installation of electric distribution infrastructure
Review vendor approval drawings for correctness and compliance with specifications
Assists in coordination with outside agencies to perform various constructions activities and install equipment per Electric Utility standards
Assists in coordination with other City departments, utilities, and agencies to support complex engineering and construction projects
May assist with electric system protection coordination studies to support appropriate application of protective devices
Using prescribed methods, performs engineering calculations for specific and limited portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer in the areas of overcurrent coordination, short circuit analysis, voltage regulation, load flow, power factor correction, lighting design, overvoltage protection, harmonic analysis, and distributed energy resource integration. Applies standard practices and techniques in specific situations, adjusts and correlates data, recognizes discrepancies in results, and follows operations through a series of related detailed steps or processes
Provides support for Distribution System Operators and Line Crews during maintenance operations and restoration of power outages
Assists with creation of and reviews power distribution system switching orders to support construction and maintenance operations
May assist with the selection of substation equipment for additions and upgrades
May assist with the development of material specifications and construction standards
Assist with development of project-specific specifications, evaluate proposals, and support creation of requisitions for electrical equipment
Incorporate vendor information into design document and integrate into City drawings, shop drawings, schematics, panels to interconnection drawings, etc
Provides technical support and guidance to the Distribution Design group to facilitate the installation of electric distribution infrastructure
Reviews vendor approval drawings for correctness and contract requirements
Coordinates with outside agencies to perform various constructions activities and support installation of equipment per Electric Utility standards
Coordinates with other City departments, utilities, and agencies to support complex engineering and construction projects
May assist with and conduct, under guidance, electric system protection coordination studies and may help to prepare work orders for application of protective devices
May assist with and perform engineering studies to optimize performance of the electric distribution system including overcurrent coordination, short circuit analysis, voltage regulation, load flow, power factor correction, lighting design, overvoltage protection, harmonic analysis, and distributed energy resource integration
Creates, reviews, and approves power distribution system switching orders to support construction and maintenance operations
Provides technical support for substation design, construction, operation, and maintenance including SCADA
Independently develops project-specific specifications, evaluate proposals, and issue requisitions for discipline-related equipment
Incorporates vendor information into design document and integrate into City drawings, shop drawings, schematics, panels to interconnection drawings, etc. May develop or support the development or improvement of material specifications and construction standards based on feedback received by the team
Provide input and analysis to review and improve cost effectiveness or process improvement
Analyzes equipment and system loading to assure reliable and efficient service to customers
Evaluates the City's ability to provide service to current and potential electric customers
Assists other departments with investigations to address customer problems
Attends industry conventions for knowledge gain and sharing
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering
Must possess a valid driver's license
Preferred
Prior utility experience or familiarity with utility infrastructure
Engineer in Training designation
Benefits
Two (2) Medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
A Dedicated, exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center
Discounted Chilson Center passes
Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave
Flexible spending including Dependent Care
Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary 529 College Invest program
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Personal and Professional Development opportunities
Employee Recognition Program
Exceptional work-life balance
Market based pay & regular performance reviews
Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program
Company
City of Loveland
City of Loveland is a government administration project.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brian Waldes
Chief Financial Officer
Molly Elder
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
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