Engineer I, II, III or IV - Lakeland, United States - City of Lakeland

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Engineer I, II, III or IV - Substation

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Engineer I, II, III or IV - Substation

Salary

$70, $140,982.40 Annually

Location

Lakeland, FL

Job Type

Full Time Regular

Job Number

Department

Lakeland Electric

Division

ED-SubOps-Engineering

Opening Date

05/07/2024

Closing Date

5/21/2024 4:00 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NA

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS

This is a highly responsible engineering position. An employee in this class is responsible for performing difficult and complex engineering design, operation, and construction tasks associated with the planning and designing of various projects and studies needed to support electric power facilities. Duties will involve directing engineering and task forces engaged in major facility projects and assuming the Project Manager or Senior Engineer role. Independent judgment and action in planning work details and making technical decisions are required. Work is under the general direction of a supervisor and is evaluated upon completion.

This position is for an Engineer IV; however, it may be filled at the lower level of an Engineer I, II, or III.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

+ Serves as project manager and/or responsible engineer for the design of complex T&D substations and related systems.

+ Performs all aspects of the protective relaying design, revenue, and power quality metering, and SCADA/EMS interface systems.

+ Performs technical and economic evaluations of design studies, specifications, and vendor bids for substation, protective relaying, metering, and SCADA/EMS-related projects.

+ Provides construction management support, field inspections, quality control, and contract interface with construction crews for major construction projects.

+ Knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards Compliance requirements is preferred.

+ Prepares scope of work for a given project, including project management and quality control work to be done by other parties associated with the project.

+ Prepares specifications, engineering plans, diagrams, schematics, required equipment/materials, and cost estimates for required aspects of projects and studies.

+ Provides project management and quality control oversight associated with projects and studies.

+ May lead personnel from other divisions and City departments on cross-departmental projects and studies.

+ Leads other engineers and technicians on multi-disciplinary projects and studies.

+ Oversees contract maintenance and repair projects.

+ Investigates and analyzes operation and maintenance problems to determine solutions.

+ Prepares feasibility studies and makes recommendations to improve the performance of systems and equipment.

+ Estimates the construction cost, including materials, labor, and project management.

+ Reviews and ensures compliance with project schedules and budgets.

+ Acts as a representative/liaison with regulatory agencies and other utility and industry organizations.

+ Oversees the design and/or implementation of significant modifications or improvements to electric power facilities.

+ Provides construction management and contract interface with construction crews, as needed, for major construction projects.

+ Develops and produces presentations on projects for department management.

+ Maintains filing and records system from project initiation to project closeout.

+ Prepares complex forecasts, studies, technical reports, and related tasks.

+ Prepares cost estimates for equipment, materials, labor, and preliminary design work to support the budgeting process.

+ Provides direction for lower-level engineering, technical, and trades personnel.

+ Directs others in operating and testing equipment and controls, survey work, and non-destructive testing programs.

+ Assists various departments within the organization on energy production.

+ Studies and/or implements significant modifications or improvements to the electric power system.

+ Operates various computer-aided engineering design and analysis programs or tools and produces work orders or studies to support projects.

+ May be required to attend meetings at locations other than primary work location.

+ May be required to work alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.

+ Schedules employee work assignments, develops employee performance appraisals, and manages administrative issues for a small work group.

+ Supervises various engineers, technicians, and trades personnel in the various phases of project management.

+ Directs contractor personnel and coordinates closely with other City personnel on construction projects.

+ Trains or coordinates cross-training for Engineers I through III.

+ Seeks or may be directed to cross-train to meet evolving business needs.

+ Function as team leader, assigning, instructing, and checking the work of others.

+ Act as a NERC Compliance Standard Coordinator and/or Subject Matter Expert (SME) in an appropriate area of expertise to support Lakeland Electrics compliance with the National Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Reliability Standards Requirements and Florida Municipal Power Pool (FMPP) Requirements.

+ Position is Mission Critical.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

+ Performs related work as required.

This posting reflects the essential functions and knowledge, skills, and abilities for Engineer IV; however, applicants may view the complete job description for Engineer I, II and III on the City of Lakeland's employment page.

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE) AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications for Engineer I:

+ Graduation from a regionally accredited four (4) year college or university with a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering.

Qualifications for Engineer II:

+ Bachelor of Science in Engineering from a regionally accredited college or university.

+ Three (3) years of experience in electric utility engineering work.

+ Engineering in Training Certification (E.I.T) preferred

Qualifications for Engineer III:

+ Master of Science degree from an accredited college or university with a degree in Engineering.

+ Three (3) years of experience in electric utility engineering work.

OR

+ Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university with a degree in Engineering.

+ Five (5) years of experience in electric utility engineering work.

Qualifications for Engineer IV:

+ Master of Science degree from an accredited college or university with a degree in Engineering.

+ Four (4) years of experience in electric utility engineering work.

OR

+ Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university with a degree in Engineering.

+ Six (6) years of experience in electric utility engineering work.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

+ Professional Engineering (PE) License from the Florida State Board of Professional Engineers preferred.

+ Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license.

+ Must maintain a valid telephone number.

+ May be required to pass and maintain quality for:

+ Respiratory Protection Physical

+ Pulmonary Function

+ Qualitative and Quantitative Fit Test(s)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

+ Extensive knowledge of fundamental and applied engineering sciences, principles, and practices.

+ Extensive skill in using engineering and mathematical references, tables, charts, and computer equipment required in professional engineering work.

+ Extensive knowledge of design and test codes, sources of technical information, and safety requirements related to electric power facilities.

+ Considerable knowledge of permitting requirements for City, County, and State agencies.

+ Extensive knowledge of project expenditures and budgetary cost controls.

+ Highly capable of establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, consultants, utilities, City employees, and the public.

+ Extensive knowledge of the process of establishing contracts for the procurement of goods and services.

+ Ability to instruct others using various portable test equipment, meters, and survey instruments and perform engineering and surveying calculations.

+ Ability to read, understand, and interpret plans, specifications, technical reports, and engineering drawings.

+ Ability to instruct others in performing routine technical computations, making estimates, compiling statistical information, and performing analysis.

+ Highly capable of understanding, following, and/or transmitting complex oral and written instructions.

+ Highly capable self-starter, self-motivated, detail-oriented, team player, and able to carry out assignments independently with only general oversight.

+ Highly capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously and proficiently while maintaining schedule flexibility as needed.

+ Ability to plan and direct the work of subordinate engineers and technicians.

+ Ability to direct project development and installation of equipment.

+ Extensive skill in evaluating the cost-benefit of modifications and designs.

+ Ability to read, understand, interpret, and implement processes and procedures to comply with NERC Reliability Standards.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

+ The job may require some physical work that involves walking, standing, exerting up to thirty (30) pounds of force on a recurring basis, routine keyboard operations, and operating a City vehicle.

+ Some job duties may be performed in an office environment, while other duties may require fieldwork at various outdoor job sites.

+ The job risks occasional exposure to electrical, mechanical or chemical hazardous conditions, extreme noise levels, dust, pollen, bright/dim lights, extreme hot/cold, wet/humid conditions, fumes, noxious odors, and heights.

+ The job requires normal visual acuity, field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, depth perception, texture perception, and sense of smell.

All City of Lakeland positions are subject to testing (e.g. written, oral, performance, computerized, interview and/or any combination). Candidates selected for testing will be notified via email or telephone. Please check your email and telephone messages regularly, including "junk" folders. Test times and locations to be announced.

THE CITY OF LAKELAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER AND A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

City of Lakeland

2024 Summary Sheet

Annual Leave

Annual leave is accumulated bi-weekly and based upon years of service as follows:

Annual leave may be taken as earned by employees hired after January 1, 1989. Employees hired prior to that date use annual leave within the calendar year following the year the leave is earned. All employees may carry over up to a maximum of twenty (20) days at the end of the calendar year. Regular part-time employees who work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue annual leave at the rate of four (4) hours per month.*

Sick Leave

Sick rate is accrued biweekly based upon years of service and standard hour classification. Eligible for use as soon as earned. Regular part-time employees who work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue sick leave at the rate of four (4) hours per month.

*NOTE: REGULAR employees with a working day other than eight (8) hours, please contact your supervisor regarding these policies.

Sick Leave Pool

Allows employees to receive sick leave benefits in cases involving catastrophic or long-term illnesses or injuries after all personal leave time has been depleted. Regular full-time employees contribute eight (8) hours and Regular part-time employees contribute four (4) hours on an annual basis. Employees must have completed one full year of service on or before December 31st of the calendar year enrollment; and have accumulated at least forty (40) hours of sick time (twenty (20) hours for Regular part-time employees). Participation in this program is voluntary.

For more information contact Amanda Kaiser at

Family & Medical Leave

Federal legislation guarantees up to twelve (12) weeks per year off work under certain circumstances outlined in the policy manual. The employees must have been employed by the City for at least twelve (12) months and have at least 1,250 hours of service during the 12-month period before the requested leave. The City will continue its group life and health insurance for an employee on leave at the same level and under the same conditions that existed while the employee was working.

For more information contact Dawn Justice at

Pension Plan

Provision for retirement income requiring mandatory participation for full-time regular employees.

Defined Benefit Plan:

Plan C Employee 3.12%

Employer 15.64%

OR

Defined Contribution Plan:

Executives, New Hires aged 52 and older, and Fire/Police Recruits

Employee 8.5% or 11% per election upon hire

Employer 15.39%

Deferred Compensation 457 Plan:

A voluntary plan that is invested in mutual funds. The Employees' Pension Board performs the due diligence on the mutual funds. Employees may reallocate their account at any time.

Maximum contribution for 2024 is $23,000; employees aged 50 or older can also add a "catch-up" amount of $7,500. Additionally, a match of up to 5% of salary is offered by the City in Plan C.

Holidays

Twelve (12) holidays, includes one (1) personal floating holiday to be used at any time after three (3) months of employment and prior to the end of the calendar year.

Funeral Leave

Up to three (3) days off with pay due to death of an immediate family member (as defined in the policy manual). Up to four (4) hours off with pay may be obtained through supervisor approval to attend local funeral services of persons other than immediate family.

Jury/Witness Duty

Employees required to serve on jury duty will be relieved of responsibility for their regular work shift or portion thereof and receive full pay while serving. All fees received for such service may be retained by the employee. Employees subpoenaed to any civil or criminal court proceeding, which employee is not personally or monetarily interested, shall be paid as if engaged in regular work activities.

Military Leave

Allows for up to 240 hours in any one calendar year for annual military training without loss of pay or benefits for any employee in some type of reserve status for the United States Armed Forces. (see policy manual for additional information).

Maternity Leave

Refer to Family & Medical Leave for those employees who qualify. Others may take up to three (3) months leave of absence available upon approval of the Department Head. Employees may opt to utilize any combination of paid (sick or annual leave) or unpaid leave.

Leave of Absence Without Pay

Written requests are subject to approval by Department Head and City Manager or designee for less than ninety (90) days. Requests for more than ninety (90) days also require Civil Service Board approval for employees in a Civil Service classification.

Longevity Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Program provides employees up to $2,500 per fiscal year (October 1 through September 30) for reimbursement of tuition of approved college, university, vocational, or correspondence classes upon completion with a grade of "C" or better in credit courses only. Full reimbursement is given for courses and fees, upon approval. The program does not include reimbursement for cost of books, supplies or other related expenses.

For more information, contact Sue Cook at

Suggestion Awards

A program designed to provide a consistent and organized method for employees to submit and be rewarded for constructive ideas for improvement. Maximum award is $1000.

For additional information, contact Kathy McNelis at

Direct Deposit of Paycheck (refer to handout in new employee folder)

An account must be established with the institution of your choice prior to signing up for direct deposit.

Uniforms/Equipment

Uniforms issued at no cost to employees for those job classifications which require them. Equipment is issued to employees at either no cost or discounted cost depending upon job classification.

Parking

Free while at work.

Break Periods

Employees may be permitted two (2), fifteen (15) minute breaks during the workday. The time shall be at the discretion of the supervisor.

For Information on Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance please contact Benefits at

For Information on Retirement Benefits, contact the Retirement Services Department at or

For Information on Firefighter and Police Officer Retirement Benefits, contact Foster & Foster at

01

Please select which degree you have in engineering.

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

+ I do not have a degree in engineering

02

Please indicate the specific field of study for your engineering degree.

03

How many years of experience do you have in electric utility engineering work?

+ No experience

+ Some experience, but less than 3 years

+ At least 3 years, but less than 4 years

+ At least 4 years, but less than 5 years

+ At least 5 years, but less than 6 years

+ 6 years or more

04

Please provide a narrative supporting your answer to the above question. Be sure to include specific job title(s), job duties, organization(s) and the dates where the work was performed. Note: The employers and dates of employment you list here must also be included in the "Work Experience" section of this job application.

05

By clicking "Yes" below, I understand that all relevant work experience MUST be entered in the "Work Experience" section on my application. In addition, all current City of Lakeland employees must list all previous City of Lakeland work experience in the "Work Experience" section of the application. Failure to complete the "Work Experience" section will disqualify you from the application process.

+ Yes

+ No

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City of Lakeland, Civil Service

Address

500 N Lake Parker Avenue Lakeland, Florida, 33801

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