Engineer II, III, IV - Planning

Energize your future by joining our team at Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC)! NOVEC's mission is to create value for its members, employees and communities by providing safe, reliable electricity and quality products at competitive prices.

NOVEC is a locally owned electric distribution system headquartered in Manassas, VA. NOVEC provides reliable electric service to more than 180,000 homes and businesses in Clarke, Fairfax, Fauquier, Loudoun, Prince William and Stafford counties, the City of Manassas Park, and the Town of Clifton. NOVEC's service reliability is the best in the region with a 99\.99% average system reliability.

As a leader on the high-tech frontier, NOVEC is using proven, cost-effective technology to improve productivity and reliability, reduce expenses, and increase cybersecurity – a national priority. Today’s technology includes what the industry calls "smart grid", as well as fiber optics, and mobile workforce.

OVERVIEW:

Develops, recommends, documents, and communicates short-range work plans on cost-effective and reliable expansion, improvement, distribution, transmission, and substation projects. Ensures optimal performance of the electric system and its existing and future ability to efficiently and economically meet load demands.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other related duties may be assigned. An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and effectively. Reasonable accommodation may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Evaluates equipment by establishing operating conditions, devising performance tests, setting up and conducting tests, recording and analyzing results, modifying components and parts, and recommending changes.
• Performs engineering development and design including logic design, circuit design, instrumentation design, firmware development, model formulation, cost projection, computer architecture analysis and design, network structure design, and systems engineering.
• Directs activities of the Specification Committee to ensure the development and revision of construction specifications and practices.
• Works continually towards self-development to maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, benchmarking state-of-the-art practices, and participating in professional societies.
• Acts as a resource to all other departments for technical support and issues concerning the electrical system.
• Analyzes electrical systems utilizing computer engineering and business databases. Designs alternative plans for an addition and/or improvements to the electrical distribution and transmission system.
• Analyzes system protection requirements and limitations by preparing reliability, voltage drop, fault current, and coordination studies.
• Monitor and ensure work plan jobs adhere to schedules for system improvements.
• Develops construction and material specifications and engineering assembly guidelines for review and approval by NOVEC Construction and Material Specifications Committee.
• Develop capital budget recommendations for the Short-Range Plan’s system improvement and new facilities projects.
• Designs extensions and relocations of residential subdivisions, and commercial developments and reviews work order(s) to ensure adherence to work plan, REA specifications, NOVEC policies and guidelines, and determines over current and over voltage protection requirements.
• Monitors and analyzes the electrical equipment loading, and growth increase (or decrease) of present and new loads.
• Develops long and short-term load forecasting studies to anticipate changes in loads and load patterns with particular attention to scheduling the proposed system improvements.
• Develops and maintains engineering and company procedures manuals for use by engineering personnel.
• Develops load transfer requests as necessary to institute changes to the electrical system and coordinates the activities required to energize new circuits.
• Works with manufacturers to develop new, cost-effective material items or alter existing items and resolves issues about material applications.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

We're open to hiring this position at multiple career levels. The level, title, and starting compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate's education, relevant experience, certifications, licenses, and overall qualifications.

Engineer IV:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field from an accredited institution is required.
• 12\+ years of relevant experience in the electric power industry or 8\+ years of relevant experience in the electric utility industry and a Professional Engineer license. An advanced degree may be considered equivalent to one year of relevant experience.

Engineer III:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field from an accredited institution is required.
• 8\+ years of relevant experience in the electric power industry or 5\+ years of relevant experience in the electric power industry. An advanced degree may be considered equivalent to one year of relevant experience.

Engineer II:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field from an accredited institution is required.
• 2\+ years of relevant experience in the electric power industry. An advanced degree may be considered equivalent to one year of relevant experience.
• NCEES EIT certification is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS \& ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated ability to function independently in a multi-task environment, as well as part of a team.
• Demonstrated knowledge of all company policies and procedures as well as all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and mathematical skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with general computer operation and Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with all levels within the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate and meet rapidly changing customer and business needs by quickly refocusing and realigning strategic and operational direction.
• Demonstrated knowledge of power engineering and planning concepts and industry standards and practices.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and monitoring capital and operational budgets.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply knowledge of NOVEC’s electrical distribution, transmission, and substation facilities.
• Demonstrated ability to review, interpret and analyze maps, plans, drawings, data, and field information.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to reason analytically and relate theoretical concepts to practical applications.
• Demonstrated ability to use prudent problem solving and decision-making techniques.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive salary and Incentive plan
• Premier health benefits, including an onsite wellness center.
• Survivor and Disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% base salary match and an additional match of your contribution at a rate of 50% up to the first 12%
• Life insurance
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave
• Educational Assistance
• Annual Company Events

If you're ready to take the next step towards advancing your career, apply today! NOVEC is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify. We do not provide sponsorship for this position.

The anticipated starting salary within the posted salary range will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's education, relevant experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, internal equity, and market considerations.