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Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Omaha Public Power
Omaha, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 3/6/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2025

Responsibilities

Responsible for evaluation, design, project management and construction management of modifications and capital improvements for OPPD electrical generation facilities to assure safe, economical and reliable operation. Works closely with OPPD generation facility staff, other departments within OPPD, outside vendors, and / or contractors to acquire information, resolve problems and implement solutions. Serve as an independent technical and work process resource.

  • Provide professional engineering design services for OPPD electrical generating facilities to assure safe, economical and reliable operation.
  • Understand and model OPPD policies and Leadership Framework principles and practices.
  • Fully competent to research, define, and solve complex, sophisticated design related problems.
  • Develop, evaluate and compare potential solutions for design related problems.
  • Provide technical evaluations, engineering calculations, specifications, drawings, bid evaluations, contracts, installation packages, operating procedures, system descriptions and test procedures for major projects.
  • Perform technical reviews and evaluations of design documents prepared by others in the department or from outside organizations to ensure technical accuracy.
  • Perform design reviews for design documents provided by others in the department or outside organizations to ensure OPPD and governmental policies and regulations are satisfied.
  • Serve as an advisor or consultant on technical issues.
  • Develop and present both internal and external presentations that are logical and influential.
  • Produce reports of high quality and ready for final submission.
  • Possess substantial knowledge of related disciplines.
  • Understand how OPPD interacts with outside regulatory agencies and utility groups.
  • Provide project management services to assure economic, quality and timely completion of multiple assigned projects.
  • Prioritize and schedule work for all assigned projects to ensure timely completion of project milestones.
  • Provide budget information, economic evaluations, business case documentation, and schedule development for assigned projects.
  • Coordinate with Supply Chain Management to initiate and complete purchase of materials necessary for installation of project related systems and / or equipment using OPPD work management systems.
  • Provide regular updates on project progress and input project information into OPPD work management systems.
  • Close out and archive information from completed projects in accordance with OPPD procedures and document retention policies.
  • Provide construction management services to assure quality installation of new systems and / or equipment for OPPD electrical generating facilities.
  • Coordinate with Supply Chain Management to interpret and implement construction contracts.
  • Manage, direct and provide oversight of contractors and construction activities for compliance with contract documents and OPPD policies and procedures for assigned projects.
  • Manage construction schedules, coordinate work with other internal and / or external groups, and report progress for assigned projects.

Qualifications

Required :

  • Four (4) year Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or other Engineering degree related to power generation (ABET accredited degree)
  • Professional Engineering Registration in the State of Nebraska or means for reciprocity within six (6) months
  • A minimum of five (5) years professional experience in design engineering and project management
  • Ability to perform complex engineering tasks and perform intricate studies
  • Demonstrated awareness of industry changes and advancements
  • Demonstrated industry wide expertise
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated effective analytical, problem solving and decision-making abilities
  • Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, exercise flexibility and take responsibility for assigned work
  • Ability to organize, prioritize and complete multiple projects simultaneously with frequent changing priorities
  • Ability to interact with internal and external customers in a professional and respectful manner
  • Ability to chair a working group or task force
  • Strong negotiating skills
  • Possess and maintain a valid driver's license
  • Desired :

  • Engineering related experience at a power generating facility or in a related field
  • Working knowledge of OPPD work processes and computer systems
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
  • Advanced Degree (MBA or MS qualifies for up to two (2) years experience)
  • Closing Statement

    Salary Grade : S6

    Minimum : $104,645

    Midpoint : $130,806

    At Omaha Public Power District , we're passionate about three things : power, the people who make it, and the people who rely on it.

    WE ARE : Where the Light Starts. OPPD is the 12 th -largest public power utility in the U.S., serving over 850,000 people across 5,000 square miles and 13 counties.

    WE'RE COMMITTED TO : Each other and the people we serve. This commitment drives us. We're dedicated to providing our communities with affordable, reliable, and environmentally sensitive energy services today, tomorrow, and well into the future.

    OUR JOB : To provide power with a purpose. We have real impact - on people's lives, on the environment, and on the future of energy. We're always looking for bright, capable people who want an opportunity to lead from where you are - wherever you are - and know that your ideas will be heard. If you want to be a source of real, positive change for the community and the people who live in this region, then working for a company acknowledged for caring about these same things is likely a priority for you as well.

    Org Marketing Statement

    EOE : Protected Veterans / Disability

    How To Apply

    Apply online at www.oppd.com on or before 3 / 7 / 2024 .

    Recruiter : Michael Fierro - mrfierro@oppd.com

  • PLEASE NOTE
  • Your application has not been submitted unless you have applied for a specific requisition. If you have not chosen a specific opening, your application will remain in 'DRAFT' form and will not be viewed by our Human Capital staff.
  • Salary : $130,806

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