Location
Omaha, NE | United States
Job description
OPPD's Distribution Operations Department is looking for an engineer who is a technically competent, critical thinking individual to ensure the integrity, reliability, and safe operation of the Electric System, efficient restoration of interrupted electric service, and effective utilization of electric assets. Ensure compliance with applicable standards. Analyze and track distribution outage data. Conduct planned outage analysis, scheduling, and coordination and prepare operational guides to address constrained electric facility. Work with internal and external customers in a technical advisory capacity. Provide planning, engineering, and construction departments with operations technical advice. Work with internal and external customers to provide timely, accurate information of operating conditions and situations. Review work processes for improved efficiencies and increased customer service. Participate on local and regional operations committees.
Specific accountabilities for this role include:
Provide technical support for real time Distribution operations including: short term outage analysis, security/contingency analyses, power flows, operating guides, transformer/circuit loading, phase balance, and load balance/shifts. Perform analysis to determine EMS alarms criteria, accuracy and response.
Provide timely and accurate information on operating conditions and situations to internal and external customers.
Review work process for improved operating efficiencies and increased customer service.
Utilize and develop a thorough knowledge of the analytical operating tools for power system, voltage, loading, and outage analysis. Software tools include, SynerGEE, OMS, EMS, CIS, etc... Team with EMS, BT, and other groups in the development of software tools, computer models, and study data.
Collaborate with other work groups to implement in System Operations new technologies including Automated Callout, Mobile Computing, Distribution Automation, Automatic Meter Reading, TollGrade, EMS Network Applications (state estimator, security analysis, power flow, etc.), and Training Simulator scenarios.
Perform outage scheduling and coordination including coordinating transmission system plans with distribution implications to ensure reliability on the electric system.
Track, analyze, and correct distribution outage data (OMS) on an ongoing basis for reporting, inquiry response, and to make process recommendations to reduce customer outage frequency and duration. Team with Asset Management & Maintenance to perform power quality investigations as needed.
Participate in planning and scheduling of switching functions to ensure the integrity and safe operation of the T&D Electric System.
Help ensure timely and accurate maintenance of department electronic and paper records.
Maintain 24 hour availability for technical and professional assistance, storm restoration, and emergency response. Participate in 24x7 after hours duty supervisor rotation to direct remedial actions.
Support operational investigation of switching incidents, Hold Order violations, or near misses.
Qualifications
Required:
Possess an ABET accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of electrical engineering or electrical power engineering.
Excellent analytical, computer, and written/oral communication skills.
Valid Driver's license
Desired:
Familiarity with Electric Utility Operations, Planning, Design, and Construction Practices
NERC Certification or registration as a Professional Electrical Engineer in the State of Nebraska or ability to obtain Nebraska registration within 6 months through reciprocity.
Engineering internship or co-op experience
Closing Statement
Salary Grade: S3
Minimum: $77,958
Midpoint: $97,448
Where the Light Starts
What does it mean to be the source of light? On a basic level, it means operating from a place of honesty and integrity. It¿s how we achieve things. How we provide affordable, reliable, environmentally sensitive energy. Because it matters. We¿ve pledged to serve, honor, and care for this community. That means the 13 counties we service, and it means one another. It means the people right here at OPPD¿proudly comprised and welcoming of every creed, race, age, orientation, and color. Being ¿where the light starts¿ means showing up for each other and the people we serve. Doing the right thing even when no one¿s watching. We¿re proud of our commitment. We reward creative problem solving. We recognize that consistency and reliability are tremendous resources. That providing these things to the community and each other is a privilege. Because we are leading the way the future is powered. We are the source of light. Out there. In here. Everywhere.
Org Marketing Statement
EOE: Protected Veterans/Disability
How To Apply
Apply online at on or before March 12, 2024.
Recruiter: Laura Fritson - [email protected] #LI-LF
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