Smart Grid Project Engineer
EPB
- Chattanooga, TN
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Utilize engineering training and analysis tools to evaluate the performance of the electric system and develop plans and strategies for improving reliability, reducing costs, and improving customer service.
- Develop plans to maximize the investment EPB has made into Smart Grid infrastructure to improve operations. This includes analysis of automation technology and distributed energy resources.
- Develop and maintain EPB's corporate resiliency plan based on detailed engineering analysis and contingency planning so that we are prepared to respond to a variety of possible external impacts to the power system.
- Perform data analysis to understand and improve electric system operations; utilize current technology to perform data retrieval/transformation, database development, and report writing; develop methods to identify trends, patterns, and relationships in electric system data.
- Prepare data analysis that can be communicated to customers inquiring about the quality of their service.
- Manage projects by coordinating internal and external resources to complete DER projects in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Develop and refine processes to improve efficiencies, effectiveness, reliability, power quality and customer satisfaction.
- Develop metrics to ensure that improvements identified are measurable.
- Work independently and with teams based on project needs. Work as team member and/or team leader as applicable.
- Research new technology for utility industry and make recommendations to Electric System leadership. Monitor and evaluate customer needs, requests, and complaints.
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree in Electrical, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
- 7+ years of experience or training in a related field.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office skills at the intermediate level, data systems, and have a working knowledge of computer systems and software.
- Proficient in database analysis and reporting tools helpful in retrieving and analyzing large amounts of data to reach conclusions and develop improvement plans.
- Demonstrated ability to lead projects to completion on time and within budget.
- A background in electric utility operations and technology is preferred.
- Some experience with electric utility software applications for analyzing distribution systems is also preferred.
- Possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in state of residence and demonstrate safe and responsible operation of motor vehicles.