SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for the development and maintenance of electric distribution equipment specifications, overhead and underground construction standards; National Electric Safety Code (NESC) compliance; assisting field personnel with the correct application of material and equipment; investigating causes of failed equipment; interfacing with Supply Chain to ensure continuity of supply through the approval of multiple sources and temporary substitutions, as appropriate; supporting emergency call in operations and other work as requested by the Group Leader, Electric System Codes and Standards.

Core Responsibilities:

• Performs engineering assignments associated with the design, construction, performance enhancement, cost effectiveness, safety, operation, and maintenance of various electric distribution facilities, equipment, and systems.
• Provides support to Operations Centers, System Restoration and Dispatch, Substation Construction and Maintenance, Distribution Asset Management, Supply Chain, Systems Analysis & Planning, Protection & Control Engineering, and others as requested by the Group Leader, Electric System Codes and Standards. Support includes general engineering duties; development of new equipment specifications and/or construction standards; the application of codes, policies, and standards; and the application of electric distribution material and equipment.
• Assists in directing and coordinating the activities of a CAD/Graphics Specialist and/or a Project Coordinator in the preparation and maintenance of engineering, construction and maintenance drawings and documentation.
• Deals directly with manufacturer representatives to investigate new material and equipment for acceptance and to investigate material and equipment applications, problems, and failures.
• Interprets and applies various industry standards, codes, and regulations.
• Represents the company in industry organizations such as Midwest Electric Distribution Exchange (MEDE), Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), National Electric Energy Testing Research and Applications Center (NEETRAC), Southeast Electric Exchange (SEE), etc.
• Assists other engineers with large and/or complex projects, as required.
• Plans and controls all activities to provide an accident-free workplace.
• Performs other duties as directed by management.

Education/Experience/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable Engineering discipline required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of electric distribution systems and distribution material, equipment, standards, and regulatory codes. Familiarity with or ability to become proficient with Microsoft Office applications, ORACLE Applications, PoleForeman, Cascade, Powerbase and related corporate information systems.

Attendance:

• Regular attendance is essential for satisfactory performance.

Work Conditions:

• This position involves a mix of office work with occasional field work. The field work may require walking and climbing. Travel throughout the KU/LG&E service area required. Occasional overnight assignments required.

Physical Effort:

• Primarily desk work with some standing and walking required. Occasional field work may require light lifting, walking, and climbing, including uneven surfaces and terrain.

Job Hazards:

• Low degree of physical hazards associated with this position.

*This is NOT a driving role

• Performs engineering assignments associated with the design, construction, performance enhancement, cost effectiveness, safety, operation, and maintenance of various electric distribution facilities, equipment, and systems.
• Provides support to Operations Centers, System Restoration and Dispatch, Substation Construction and Maintenance, Distribution Asset Management, Supply Chain, Systems Analysis & Planning, Protection & Control Engineering, and others as requested by the Group Leader, Electric System Codes and Standards. Support includes general engineering duties; development of new equipment specifications and/or construction standards; the application of codes, policies, and standards; and the application of electric distribution material and equipment.
• Assists in directing and coordinating the activities of a CAD/Graphics Specialist and/or a Project Coordinator in the preparation and maintenance of engineering, construction and maintenance drawings and documentation.
• Deals directly with manufacturer representatives to investigate new material and equipment for acceptance and to investigate material and equipment applications, problems, and failures.
• Interprets and applies various industry standards, codes, and regulations.
• Represents the company in industry organizations such as Midwest Electric Distribution Exchange (MEDE), Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), National Electric Energy Testing Research and Applications Center (NEETRAC), Southeast Electric Exchange (SEE), etc.
• Assists other engineers with large and/or complex projects, as required.
• Plans and controls all activities to provide an accident-free workplace.
• Performs other duties as directed by management