Position Information

　　Posting Title Electric Distribution Designer

　　Job Requisition Number AE503532

　　Position Number 116812

　　Job Type Full-Time

　　Division Name Electric System - ETS

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

　　Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus five (5) years of relevant work experience related to electric utility distribution construction/design capacity.

　　Education from an accredited college or university in a related field may substitute for experience up to four (4) years for the minimum qualifications.

　　Licenses and Certifications Required:

　　None.

　　Notes to Applicants

　　Position Description:

　　Under moderate supervision, this position is responsible for the design of residential, commercial, industrial, and illumination overhead and underground electric distribution facilities. This position will be responsible for the electric distribution design on AE poles and assess existing and proposed pole attachments in the Pole Attachment Services work group.

　　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 (http://www.austintexas.gov/department/active-employee-benefits) for more information.

　　Employment Application:

　　The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.

　　Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.

　　The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held.

　　Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application.

　　Résumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see résumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable.

　　Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed.

　　If you are selected as a top candidate:

　　Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.

　　If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.

　　This position requires a criminal background investigation.

　　Work Schedule:

　　This position is categorized as Essential Personnel with the City of Austin. Essential staff are required to work during emergencies or bad weather if they are scheduled to work and, in some cases, when they are not scheduled. Essential employees ensure the continuance of key operations for the City of Austin.

　　Work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekends.

　　Shifts may change according to departmental needs.

　　Employee may be required to work additional hours outside of regular work schedule.

　　Travel:

　　If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program (https://www.austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Employment/new_hire_driver_safety_standards.pdf) , 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.

　　Pay Range

　　$33.05 – $42.14

　　Hours

　　Monday through Friday,

　　6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with some flexibility

　　Job Close Date 02/13/2024

　　Type of Posting External

　　Department Austin Energy

　　Regular/Temporary Regular

　　Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable

　　Category Technical

　　Location 2500 Montopolis Drive (SCC), Austin, TX

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Preferred Experience:

　　Experience working with drafting software such as AutoCAD.

　　Experience using the following software programs or similar: Smallworld Electric Office ( GIS ), AUD , Storms, Maximo.

　　Experience managing multiple projects and ensuring project deadlines are met.

　　Experience designing for residential, commercial and industrial electric utility customers.

　　Experience interpreting electrical one-line diagrams relating to medium voltage electrical distribution.

　　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.

　　Assesses load requirements, evaluates environmental constraints, and identifies project requirements (permits, easements, aesthetics, fees, etc.)

　　Performs cost estimates, plans material needs, and follows up on progress of distribution projects from inception to completion.

　　Performs power system calculations: voltage drop, equipment sizing, etc.

　　Interprets survey data, plan, and deed information. Interprets engineered construction drawings.

　　Interfaces regularly with contractors, engineers, developers, customers, and consultants.

　　Coordinates the installation of distribution facilities.

　　Responsibilities – Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

　　None.

　　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.

　　Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and the National Electric Safety Code requirements relevant to distribution design issues.

　　Knowledge of high school-level math (algebra, geometry, and trigonometry), physics, etc. relevant to electric utility distribution design.

　　Knowledge of distribution design and construction practices, including Austin Energy (AE) Distribution Designer Guidelines and Distribution Construction Standards.

　　Knowledge of utility service guidelines and policies.

　　Knowledge of power system components, functions, ratings, and limitations.

　　Knowledge of roadway, security, and other lighting design practices.

　　Ability to apply AE Design Criteria to various customer situations.

　　Ability to use AutoCAD or equivalent computer-assisted tools.

　　Ability to use word processing and spreadsheet applications.

　　Ability to learn how to perform advanced power system calculations.

　　Ability to learn how to analyze power distribution systems and components.

　　Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.

　　EEO/ADA

　　The 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 (*).

　　The minimum qualifications for this position are: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus five (5) years of relevant work experience related to electric utility distribution construction/design capacity. Education from an accredited college or university in a related field may substitute for experience up to four (4) years for the minimum qualifications. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes

　　No

　　Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. (Open Ended Question)

　　Please describe your experience using drafting software such as AutoCAD. (Open Ended Question)

　　Please describe your experience using the following software programs or similar: Smallworld Electric Office (GIS), AUD, Storms, and Maximo. Please include in which position(s) listed on your application you gained this experience. (Open Ended Question)

　　Please describe your experience designing for residential, commercial and industrial electric utility customers. Be sure to include job title(s), your role, and job duties. (Open Ended Question)

　　Describe your experience managing multiple projects and ensuring project deadlines are met. (Open Ended Question)

　　Do you have experience interpreting electrical one-line diagrams relating to medium voltage electrical distribution? Yes

　　No, but I have experience interpreting electrical one-line diagrams related to other type systems.

　　I do not have experience interpreting electrical one-line diagrams of any type.

　　Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes

　　No

　　This position is classified as an “essential” position. The candidate must be able to work during emergencies or bad weather if they are scheduled to work and, in some cases, when they are not scheduled. Shifts may change according to departmental needs. Are you able to meet these schedule requirements? Yes

　　No

　　This position requires a criminal background check. 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 Check.

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