Electrical Engineer Position

Job Summary

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to provide technical guidance and support for various projects at Muscatine Power and Water. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Monitor and coordinate current construction and maintenance projects, including working with contractors and consultants, reviewing and updating construction standards and practices, and applying engineering principles to evaluate and select planning alternatives.
2. Coordinate engineering activities with industrial and commercial customers, including assisting with electric service installations, writing and evaluating equipment specifications and contracts, and supporting utility arc flash studies.
3. Assist the Chief Operations Engineer with technical problems related to the operation and maintenance of electrical transmission and distribution systems.
4. Assist the Planning Engineer in running and analyzing compliance studies for NERC, MRO, and MISO.
5. Contribute to overall system reliability improvement efforts, including the development, population, and use of databases to track failure, maintenance, and outage issues.
6. Participate in the development of the annual operating budget and appropriate projections for the department.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
2. Minimum 3 years of experience in electric utility transmission and distribution, with a Registered Professional Engineer certification in the State of Iowa preferred.
3. Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal codes and standards that govern work on the electric transmission and distribution system.
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
5. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and database management.