Substation Relay Engineer and Utility Designer III

Overview

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Department and Salary

Department : 1323 GRU - Sub and Relay Engineer

Salary Range Minimum : $68,979.59

Salary Range Maximum : $105,083.94

Closing Date : Until Filled

Job Details

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Gainesville Regional Utilities, the 5th largest municipal electric utility in Florida, is seeking an Electrical Engineer (Engineer III) who will perform independent, professional and technical engineering work for an electric utility with limited supervision. The successful candidate will be required to support a wide variety of engineering projects, both as an individual contributor, project leader, and team leader. This is an excellent opportunity for growth, variety, and diversity in your job duties including hands on solutions, design, troubleshooting, and leadership.

Education

To be considered for this position you must have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related field, from an ABET accredited educational institution.

Experience Level

A level Engineer III position will require at least 4 years' experience as an engineer with emphasis on protection and controls associated with power substations. We will consider an under-fill with a less experienced engineer who is willing to learn and progress.

What's in it for you

• Unique technical challenges
• Competitive compensation and benefit package
• Making a difference in the community
• Advancement opportunities
• Pension plan that works for you, when you stop working
• Reimbursement for continuous education and technical training

What you'll be doing

May under-fill as a level II

Job Description

Summary

Independent professional caliber and technical engineering work requiring application of standard engineering principles and procedures.

Positions allocated to this classification report to a designated supervisor and work under general supervision receiving instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features; assistance furnished on unusual problems. Work in this class is distinguished from other classes by its limited supervisory responsibility and lack of policy interpretation, and by its emphasis on independent fully competent application of standard engineering principles to engineering problems having clear and specified objectives, interpretation of data, and requiring investigation of a limited number of variables.

Note : The Engineer 3 / Utility Designer 3 classification is the third in a series of four Engineer / Utility Designer Classifications of progressively more demanding job competencies and engineering duties. It should be understood that the job competencies, duties and requirements of the Engineer / Utility Designer 1 and 2 are inherently included in this position. The inability to acquire and develop the required job competencies for each progressively higher-level Engineer / Utility Designer classification (Engineer / Utility Designer 4) may result in performance management action up to and including employment termination.

Examples of Work

Essential Job Functions

Non-Essential Job Functions

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor of Science in engineering from an ABET-accredited institution or similarly accredited non-US institution, and four (4) years of experience in the area of assigned engineering responsibility, OR Master's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited institution or similarly accredited non-US institution, and three (3) years of experience in the area of assigned engineering responsibility.

Note : Positions requiring the Professional Engineer (PE) certification require graduation from an ABET accredited institution and do not permit graduation from a similarly accredited institution.

Licenses

Certifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Depending on area of assignment :

Physical and Environmental Requirements

Must be able to perform duties in conditions that may include heights, outdoor work, and exposure to hazardous conditions or noxious chemicals. May require use of PPE.

Work Environment

Outdoor work in varying climates; possible exposure to hazardous conditions; may require work in extreme heat or confined spaces.

Additional

May require assessments. May fill multiple positions. May establish an eligibility list.

Come join our team! The City of Gainesville offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional and personal growth.

Equal 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 accommodation requests during the selection process, 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. State residency is not required for Veterans' Preference. See Florida Statutes for details.

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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