Transmission Planning Principal Engineer

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Department

1313 GRU - ED Electric Engineering

Salary

Salary Range Minimum : $103,640.00

Salary Range Maximum : $159,346.50

Closing Date

Until Filled

Overview / Job Details

Job Title : Transmission Planning Engineer

The primary job function for this position is transmission planning engineering within the electric utility.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform power system modeling and analysis using industry standard software (e.g. PSSE, TARA).
• Develop and coordinate reliable, innovative, and cost-effective transmission solutions.
• Lead and participate on solution teams to determine transmission project feasibility, scope, and timing.
• Develop engineering reports, guidelines, or other technical documents.
• Effectively present informative reports and presentations to internal and external customers at various management levels related to system constraints and required improvement projects.
• Coordinate with multiple groups and internal and external customers within GRU, FRCC, FCG, FMPA, FMEA and other electric utilities and municipalities within the State of Florida.
• Coordinate studies with neighboring transmission systems.
• Provide technical expertise and leadership in industry committees and initiatives.

Education

Work Experience

Skills and Knowledge

Scope of the Transmission Working Group

Objectives

Job Description / Essential Functions

Non-Essential Functions

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor of Science in engineering from an ABET accredited institution and eight (8) or more years of experience in the assigned engineering area. Co-op time and / or an advanced degree may substitute for up to one year of experience.

Licenses / Certificates

Notes / Work Environment

Selection Factors / Competencies

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in hiring. Minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For accommodations, contact the Human Resources Department at 352-334-5077 or TDD / TTY at 352-334-2292.

Veterans' Preference

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans' Preference ensures consideration at each step of the selection process as defined by Florida law.

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at HR@cityofgainesville.org or 352-334-5077.

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