Transmission Engineer - Station

AMERICAN MUNICIPAL POWER, INC.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position has the ability to report out of Columbus, OH (Hybrid) or remotely out of AMP's membership footprint

Position Title: Transmission Engineer-Station

Reports To: Senior Director Transmission Engineering

FLSA Status: Exempt

Basic Functions:

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1. n Assist with implementing and maintaining AMP Transmission (AMPT) engineering standards. nn
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2. n To provide technical direction and guidance on AMPT-owned assets, and potential new projects in planning and construction projects.nn
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3. n Develop the detailed project scope and statement of work for the AMPT construction RFP process.nn
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4. n Support, assist, and/or develop the design, the calculations, studies and analysis necessary for the construction, rehabilitation and maintenance of electric utility switching station and substation at both the Distribution and Transmission voltage levels.nn
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Essential Functions:

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1. n Participate in capital project engineering related activities including developing requests for proposals, as well as vetting, selecting, and managing third party engineering companies, vendors and contractors. nn
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2. n Review and recommend for approval detailed engineering bid packages for release. nn
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3. n In close collaboration with transmission operations, transmission planning and transmission project management, develop, maintain and manage AMPT engineering standards.nn
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4. n Assist in developing ratings and guidelines for electric equipment to ensure proper operation and compliance with applicable regulations. nn
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5. n Assist in providing technical direction, support and guidance for ongong AMPT owned assets, potential new projects in planning and construction projects.nn
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6. n Assist in development of annual budget and regular budget updates; maintain contract records.nn
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7. n Develop and maintain drawing management file system and engineering databases. nn
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8. n Coordinate and collaborate with other AMPT functions, Members and other stakeholders.nn
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9. n Perform other duties as assigned.nn
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Knowledge, Skills, & Qualifications:

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1. n A four-year accredited degree in engineering required, civil or electrical engineering preferred.nn
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2. n A minimum of 1-3 years of experience in electric transmission engineering or distribution engineering is preferred. nn
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3. n A Professional Engineer's license is preferred.nn
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4. n Preferred knowledge and experience in transmission protection and control engineering and/or transmission line engineering.nn
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5. n Preferred knowledge of FERC Uniform System of Accounts (Part 35 of 18.1 CFR).nn
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6. n Preferred knowledge of RTO transmission planning processes and system operations.nn
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7. n Preferred knowledge of NERC processes and compliance obligations.nn
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8. n Preferred knowledge of project management and transmission planning software.nn
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9. n Must be deadline/critical path oriented and have a strong ability to prioritize.nn
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10. n Experience with computer aided design software, graphical information system software and Aspen or similar software applications preferred.nn
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11. n Must demonstrate a high degree of expertise in the use of software tools that produce items such as spreadsheets, written reports, database reports and graphical presentations (e.g., Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint). nn
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12. n Strong verbal, written, and computer skills are essential; must demonstrate previous success in building effective business relationships.nn
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13. n Must successfully complete FERC Standards of Conduct compliance training within 30 days of employment.nn
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14. n Must be willing to travel; travel to project work sites and/or Columbus headquarters.nn
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