Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited four-year college
• Minimum three (3) years of professional experience in system protection and/or in utility substation design
• Ability to read and understand design criteria, specifications, cost estimates, cash flows, budgets, and schedules
• Knowledge of design and construction of transmission lines and/or substations and protection systems
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) programs
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written and listening communication skills
• Ability to apply problem-solving, critical thinking, and independent decision-making skills, with consistent attention to detail
• Valid current driver’s license and ability to remain insurable under Platte River’s vehicle reliability policy

Additional Minimum Qualifications for Senior Electrical Engineer:

• Minimum seven (7) years of professional experience in system protection and/or in the detailed design of electrical substations or transmission line engineering
• Has one of the following:  Professional Engineering certification, Project Management Professional certification, or a master’s degree related to Platte River’s core business or functional areas (MS, MBA, etc.)
• Ability to develop design criteria, specifications, cost estimates, cash flows, budgets, and schedules
• Proficient in software such as Aspen OneLiner, MathCAD, AutoCAD or similar software to perform engineering responsibilities
• Ability to effectively manage projects of considerable scope and complexity, on schedule and budget, within the Platte River project management framework
• In-depth knowledge of design and construction of transmission lines and/or substations and protection systems
• In-depth knowledge of SEL relay settings and applications
• In-depth knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards
• Solid understanding of NESC, EC, IEEE, ANSI design and construction codes
• Ability to establish work priorities, coordinate assignments for self and others, and handle multiple tasks under pressure, while maintaining composure with minimal supervision
• Ability to make sound decisions considering potential impacts of decisions to the overall organization 

Desired Qualifications:

• Proficient in PLS-CADD Software
• Knowledge of distribution substation design and construction
• Experience with Orion RTU’s and/or General Electric RTU’s such as the D20MX and D400 series
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification

This position will remain open until filled.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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Must be legally eligible to work in the United States. Platte River cannot provide employment to applicants who will require sponsorship now or in the future (i.e. H1B visa, OPT status).