Power System Supervising Engineer
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Position Information
Position Information
Posting Title | Power System Supervising Engineer |
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Job Requisition Number | AE503660 |
Position Number | 111508 |
Job Type | Full-Time |
Division Name | Electric System - ETS |
Minimum Qualifications | Education and/or Equivalent Experience:
Licenses or Certifications:
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Notes to Applicants | This position is designated Distribution Engineering Supervisor within the Austin Energy Electric System Engineering and Technical Services business unit. It entails a comprehensive range of supervisory responsibilities for teams of technical staff. The role focuses on planning, coordinating, and overseeing all aspects of the design of medium-voltage electric distribution projects. Workgroups supervised in this section are described as follows: Network – includes the underground network area defined by Exhibit 1.11.5 Network Area Map in the Design Criteria Manual (page 116) on AustinEnergy.com. Major Projects - includes planning-driven, dual-feed, and right-of-way (ROW) relocation projects. Design North and South – includes site plan-driven development projects for commercial, mixed-use, and multifamily development projects. Small Scale – includes minimal scope, quick turn-around projects, typically for single-family residential services or other projects with six or fewer work points. The supervisor will be responsible for the design process and ensure adherence to distribution engineering principles and practices in compliance with local and state regulations. This person collaborates across various work groups and professional disciplines to ensure the effective execution of Major Projects. The role includes identifying training needs, facilitating knowledge transfer to individuals and teams, standard updates, and maximizing team productivity and morale. An important component of this position involves reviewing, signing, and sealing engineering work products that surpass the threshold for sealing requirements, as mandated by state regulations for licensed Professional Engineers. To ensure the highest service delivery standards, the supervisor must maintain an up-to-date understanding of best utility practices, equipment, and project management. Customer service is a cornerstone of this role, focusing on meeting customer needs efficiently and effectively. Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information. Employment Application:
If you are selected as a top candidate:
Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. Fair Labor Standards Act: This position is classified as EXEMPT. |
Pay Range | $51.07 – $67.04 |
Hours | Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a flexible telework/in-office schedule. Two days weekly at Mueller HQ, other Austin Energy locations, or service area sites as needed for meetings, training, events, and site visits. |
Job Close Date | 05/31/2024 |
Type of Posting | External |
Department | Austin Energy |
Regular/Temporary | Regular |
Grant Funded or Pooled Position | Not Applicable |
Category | Professional |
Location | 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin TX 78723 |
Preferred Qualifications | Preferred Experience:
Other: *Ability to travel to more than one work location |
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities | Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
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Criminal Background Investigation | This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. |
EEO/ADA | City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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This position requires graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, plus eight (8) years of related engineering experience acquired either before or after licensing as a professional engineer, including two (2) years of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?
- Yes
- No
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Are you a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas or, if currently licensed in another state, can you obtain a Texas P.E. license within one (1) year of employment?
- No, I am not a licensed Professional Engineer or do not wish to obtain a Texas P.E. license.
- Yes, I am a licensed Texas Professional Engineer.
- Yes, I am a licensed Professional Engineer in a state other than Texas and can obtain a Texas P.E. license within one (1) year of employment.
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This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.
- I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.
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How many years of experience do you have with medium voltage electrical distribution?
- Less than four (4) years
- Between four (4) and eight (8) years
- Between eight (8) and ten (10) years
- Ten (10) or more years
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Describe your experience with medium voltage electrical distribution design, one-line diagrams, equipment and materials.
(Open Ended Question)
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Describe your experience managing multiple projects, providing technical guidance and meeting project deadlines.
(Open Ended Question)
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Describe your experience coaching and developing employees who report to you as a supervisor or group leader.
(Open Ended Question)
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Describe your experience developing work processes.
(Open Ended Question)
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Please describe your AutoCad experience and how you have used this program.
(Open Ended Question)
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Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?
- Yes
- No
Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter