Lansing Board of Water and Light
Engineer I - V
Lansing Board of Water and Light, Lansing, MI, United States
The Lansing Board of Water & Light has openings for an Engineer I - V with our Electric Systems Integrity Department located in Lansing, MI.
Job Type: Full-Time
Starting Salary Range: $66,927. - $140,425.
Position Summary:
Primary roles in the Electric Transmission and Distribution Engineering department include T&D Engineering Design, T&D System Planning, T&D Standards and Materials, and Transmission System Protection and Regulatory Compliance. Distribution design experience: Designing and calculating the sizing and placement of transformers, utility poles, conductors, guying, permits, easements, fusing, manholes, conduit, primary metering, switchgear, etc....
Responsible for engineering activities related to planning, designing, constructing, operating, maintaining, and ensuring regulatory compliance of the electric transmission and distribution systems. Most projects will involve some or all the following activities: investigations, studies, estimating, economic evaluations, budgeting, scheduling, system protection, designing, drawing development and review, construction and commissioning support, training, and project management.
Essential Functions:
- Applies prescribed techniques and procedures in accordance with established criteria to perform assigned tasks; Performs standard computations or analysis.
- Performs technical work.
- Collects data and gathers information or documents.
- Prepares drawings and visual aids.
- Observes construction activities.
- Creates a generative safety culture. Aware of potentials risks and threats in the workplace.
- Exhibits strong drive for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.
- Acts and makes decisions in a manner consistent with the needs of the public in delivery of products/services. Acts in line with the culture and norms of both the organization and society in general.
- Exchanges thoughts, feelings, and information effectively.
- Participation in the continuous improvement of the Asset Management System and Work Management processes.
- Predictable and reliable attendance.
- Expected to comply with all BWL policies and work rules.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Required:
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Relevant electric transmission or distribution experience; or equivalent related experience.
- Ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally.
- Proficient knowledge of Office 365.
- Predictable and reliable work schedule.
- Comply with all BWL policies and work rules.
- Ability to respond to emergent or unexpected events within the BWL service territory.
- Ability to effectively work in remote and open-office environments.
- Michigan driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Engineer I Starting Salary Range: $66,927. - $79,643.
Job Specifications:
- Acquires limited knowledge and develops basic skills; Develops an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities
- Applies prescribed techniques and procedures in accordance with established criteria to perform assigned tasks; Performs standard computations or analysis.
- Performs routine technical work which does not require previous experience
Required:
- Candidates within nine (9) months of completing their Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree will be considered.
Job Specifications:
- Mastery of all principal duties and responsibilities thru Engineer I
- Acquires basic knowledge and develops basic skills in specific practice areas
- Applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks as part of a broader assignment
- Exercises limited judgement on details of work and in application of standard methods for conventional work
- Performs basic design/planning/analysis tasks
- Coordinates basic work among support staff and peers
- Assigns tasks to and coordinate with technicians or administrative staff
- Displays a consistent orientation toward producing the highest quality products or services, while keeping a focus on sustainability. Constantly looking for incremental improvements in work processes and results
- Continually looks for business/service growth opportunities. Takes action to improve things to achieve continuous improvement
Required:
- Relevant electric transmission or distribution experience; or other equivalent related experience. (Typically, two or more years).
- Knowledge of applicable codes and standards
Job Specifications:
- Mastery of all principal duties and responsibilities thru Engineer II
- Develops broad knowledge and skills in a specific practice area; Works on small projects or portions of larger projects; Performs moderate design/planning/analysis tasks
- Evaluates, selects, and applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform a task or sequence of tasks for conventional design/planning/analysis projects with few complex features.
- Collaboratively uses judgement to determine adaptations in methods for nonroutine aspects of assignments
- Prepares portions of, or entire, technical documents. Edits technical documents such as plans, applications, reports, specifications, etc. Performs research and investigations
Required:
- Relevant electric transmission or distribution experience; or equivalent related experience. (Typically, four or more years)
- Knowledge of applicable codes and standards
Job Specifications:
- Mastery of all principal duties and responsibilities thru Engineer III
- Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in specific practice area.
- Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
- Designs a complete project, system, component, or process or creates complete plans, studies, or analysis; Works on multiple projects/tasks of moderate size or portions of major projects; Prepares and edits complete technical documents; Designs and conducts experiments, and analyzes and interprets data; Identifies and formulates solutions to problems
- Assigns tasks to and directs engineers, technicians, and administrative staff.
- Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work; Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
- Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or programs.
- Works cooperatively with others to accomplish team goals and organizational objectives
- Assigns work to others in order to maximize time for strategic thinking and actions. Provides clear guidelines, monitors, redirects and sets limits as needed. Provides challenging assignments, shares authority, and provides resources and support.
- Makes sound decisions based upon a mixture of data-driven analysis, expertise, experience, and judgment; collects relevant information, seeking input from others, and identifies connections and/or root causes of problems.
- Persistently moves in the face of ambiguity, dilemmas, and resistance to get completion of changes in an organized way; adapts with flexibility to and copes with changing situations while maintaining focus on goals.
Required:
- Relevant electric transmission or distribution experience; or equivalent related experience. (Typically, seven or more years)
- Proficient knowledge of applicable codes and standards
Job Specifications
- Mastery of all principal duties and responsibilities thru Engineer IV
- Independently applies extensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields.
- Uses advanced techniques in the modification or extension of theories and practices of sciences and disciplines to complete assignments
- Works on major project/tasks or several projects/tasks of moderate scope with complex features; Reviews complete technical documents for conformity and quality assurance; Coordinates staff necessary to complete assignments
- Develops new techniques and/or improved processes, materials, or products.
- Assists upper-level management and staff as a technical specialist or advisor; Prepares proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or programs
- Reviews and approves scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments
- Maintaining a position when you know you are right, expressing views without fear or for approval and without engaging in unnecessary aggression.
- Has personal and organizational impact built on mutual trust, fairness, and honesty. Flexes their style to direct, collaborate, or empower, as the situation requires.
- Is at ease with a wide range of individuals; enjoys different personalities and adapting approach to accommodate those differences; makes positive assumptions about people and conveys a sense of trust and respect.
- Acts with the long-term future in mind. Considers future impact when weighing decisions. Anticipates trends and future consequences.
Required:
- Professional Engineering (PE) License (Registered in State of Michigan)
- Relevant electric transmission or distribution experience; or equivalent related experience. (Typically, Ten or more years)
- Proficient knowledge of applicable codes and standards
- Experience with managing complex projects
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to remain in a stationary position for much of the working day. The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office environment including the use of stairs. Constantly operates a computer, and other office equipment. Ability to adjust focus, especially due to concentration on a computer screen. Must communicate frequently with other departments and employees both verbally and in writing. May need to lift and carry up to 30 pounds and/or position the body to reach items on the floor/below knee level or reach overhead. The person in this position needs to occasionally move about in industrial environments, and uneven terrain. May be required to recognize small numbers, letters, symbols, colors on prints, and/or operate field instruments/equipment.
Works in temperature-controlled office environment, with occasional work in outdoor weather conditions, and in industrial environments.
Must successfully complete a background check, a substance screening and a physical (if applicable).
Why Should You Apply?
- Competitive salary, employee development, and opportunity for professional growth.
- Robust time off benefits including vacation, free choice, sick leave, and paid holidays.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, and employee assistance program.
- Retirement programs including 401a (100% company paid up to 13% of base salary), 457 match up to $2,500 per year, retiree medical.
- Voluntary benefits including supplemental and dependent life insurance, vision, flexible spending, AFLAC options, LifeLock anti-theft, long term care, tuition reimbursement, HOPE loan.
About BWL:
The Board of Water & Light serves Lansing, Michigan, and surrounding areas with electricity, water, and steam. Lansing's city charter vests the BWL with full and exclusive management of water, steam, and electric services for or the city. The American Public Power Association has honored the Lansing Board of Water & Light as one of the country's best publicly owned utilities.
The Location:
Lansing, MI provides the opportunity to enjoy all seasons of fun and beauty. With the Grand River open for kayaking, lush golf courses, 17+ miles of trails for biking/hiking/running, Potter Park Zoo, and the sports, the arts and fine foods that comes from being near a major University, Michigan State University, there is a spot for everyone. The area is a short drive from Lake Michigan's shoreline where there is views of natural beauty, boating, fishing, and windsurfing.
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