Bandera Electric Cooperative · 8 hours ago
System Planning Engineer
Boerne, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expBandera Electric Cooperative (BEC) is dedicated to empowering its members through reliable electricity distribution and fiber broadband services. They are seeking a System Planning Engineer responsible for electric system planning, modeling, and engineering studies, while also interfacing with ERCOT and LCRA for transmission and load projections.
Electrical DistributionEnergyInternetRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Provide safe, efficient, and dependable services to BEC members at the lowest possible cost
Ensure accurate data and recommendations are provided to consulting engineering firms and other departments for the adequate design of the electrical systems
Manage the selection and placement of distribution equipment, all aspects of distribution automation, engineering analysis model creation, and protective device coordination
Assist in the planning and management of the electric grid, including the transmission, substation, and distribution system
Management of large projects to ensure the proper integration for a reliable operation of the power grid
Conduct system analysis, planning, and monitoring, and maintain the flow and data of the Geographical Information System (GIS)
Provide direction, training, and guidance to coworkers and make recommendations to management regarding the Cooperative's smart grid initiative, engineering modeling tools (Milsoft suite), metering, MDM (Master Data Management) system, GIS system upkeep, outage investigations, and OMS (Order Management System) systems maintenance
Utilize Apolloware as needed in engineering tasks
Provide device training and support the implementation of EV (Electric Vehicle) chargers
Proficient in operating BEC’s enterprise software, such as NiSC
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering
Minimum of 5 years of Experience in Power Systems planning analysis and distribution engineering
Valid Texas Driver's License and related insurance
Must pass background and drug screening
Strong technical knowledge and skills in electrical engineering
Knowledge of overhead and underground construction and design standards for distribution
Knowledge of smart grid initiatives, metering AMI, MDM systems, GIS systems, OMS systems, distribution equipment selection, distribution automation, distribution planning, engineering analysis model creation, distribution energy resources, and protective device coordination
Proficiency in tools such as WindMil and LightTable
Ability to apply sound engineering judgement and make recommendations to management
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Strong attention to details
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to provide direction and guidance to coworkers
Ability to manage major engineering projects with minimal supervision
Preferred
Professional Engineering License
Benefits
Highly Competitive Wages
Generous Benefit Package
No waiting period – benefits start on first day
Paid time off
Ten paid holidays
Company
Bandera Electric Cooperative
Bandera Electric Cooperative distributes electricity, fiber internet, renewable energy and community outreach services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
William Hetherington
CEO\GM
John Padalino
General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer
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