CLOVERLAND ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE

SENIOR TRANSMISSION AND GENERATION PLANNING ENGINEER

STATUS: NON-UNION, FULLTIME, EXEMPT, SALARY

POSITION FUNCTION/OBJECTIVE

This position will be responsible for the planning and design activities of the Cooperative's electric transmission and generation needs, including interconnections. The position will support both Engineering and Generation in all aspects of maintaining and enhancing the Cooperative's transmission and distribution systems, interconnections, and support to the generation fleet. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to contract negotiations and technical project management of current and future transmission and generation projects. The ideal candidate will be a strong analytical thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic, self-managed and diverse work environment.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Within the limits approved by board policies, operating policies and procedures, approved work plans, budgets and specific delegation from the Director of Engineering, the Senior Transmission and Planning Engineer is responsible for the following core duties:

1. Assist in the preparation of capital and maintenance projects for distribution, transmission, substation, and generation, ensuring alignment with division budgets, work plans, and long-range plans.
2. Participate in the evaluation of generation, transmission, and distribution investments, ensuring their alignment with the Cooperative's goals and objectives.
3. Develop or facilitate required studies to support project selection. Identify or develop technical specifications and design criteria for construction and operation of facilities.
4. Prepare and direct detailed plans and specifications for project construction and management.
5. monitor and report the progress of assigned projects, ensuring they meet prescribed milestones related to schedule, budget, operability, and overall project impact.
6. Prepare and maintain cost data for distribution, transmission, substation, and generation units, regularly evaluating and reporting on these costs for budgeting, scheduling, and effectiveness of construction methods.
7. Develop, maintain, and utilize system modeling to analyze reliability, stability, configuration, and growth, and recommend improvements.
8. Ensure quality in the work of subcontracted or consulting engineers, designers, and construction contractors on project sites.
9. Review engineering, manufacturer and contractor submittals to ensure conformance with project requirements, applicable codes (i.e. NESC and RUS), and Cooperative standards.
10. Direct and perform inspections during and upon completion of projects.
11. Provide direction to consulting engineers, staff engineers, and designers involved in distribution, transmission, substation and generation projects.
12. Prepare or oversee the preparation of contract documents and administer contracts for procurement of equipment, materials, engineering services and construction.
13. Manage project and contract close-out documentation.
14. Review and recommend contractor/vendor invoices for approval within authorized limits. Prepare construction change orders and negotiate costs with contractors within authorized limits.
15. Verify that equipment acceptance tests conform to Cooperative or manufacturer specifications or recommendations.
16. Represent the Cooperative on internal and external committees as needed.
17. Consult and coordinate with Federal, State and local agencies regarding location of facilities, construction specifications to satisfy agency permitting, requirements, and schedules to mitigate any potential conflicts.
18. Maintain working knowledge of NESC and RUS construction specifications and requirements, OSHA Rules and Regulations, and electric utility industry construction practices.
19. Maintain working knowledge of electrical utility construction drawings, schematics, bills of materials, and contract documents.
20. Provide technical assistance to members and other concerned parties.
21. Attend training as necessary to ensure industry compliance and standards are maintained.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS

This position is exempt under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is therefore not subject to the Cooperative's policies and procedures to overtime hours and premium pay. See Cloverland's Employee Handbook for policies on exempt/salaried employees.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering (ABET accredited) required.
2. Registration as a Project Management Professional is desired. Power Option and/or Professional Registration, desired. Prior experience in project management of mechanical, civil, structural or electrical work may be substituted for the registration.
3. Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in the field of electrical power systems, of which three must have involved actual design and field engineering and/or project management. A minimum of two years of design experience in combination of transmission, distribution, substation or generation facilities is required.

KNOWLEDGE, CORE COMPETENCIES AND ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS

1. Demonstrate ability in engineering line design and routing for electrical transmission and distribution utilizing accepted modern industry and defined standards for material selection, layout and construction elements for both overhead and underground facilities.
2. Must have hands-on knowledge and experience permitting in rights-of-way and project management experience involving the construction of transmission, distribution, substation, and generation interconnecting facilities as well as practical working knowledge of industry construction practices and contracts administration.
3. Proficient demonstration of written and verbal communication is required. Will consistently be required to interface with contractors, engineers, and other internal and external stakeholders.
4. Demonstrate advanced computer skills in monitoring costs and schedules across multiple contractors providing effective supervision to contractual engineers and technicians, with proficiency in CAD/CADD, Microsoft applications (particularly MS Project), and other relevant software.
5. A working knowledge of RTO and ISOs, NERC and FERC will be expected.
6. Demonstrated proficiency in coordinating the activities of contractors, subcontractors, vendors, material suppliers, design engineers, and other professionals involved in the design and construction of distribution, transmission, substation, and generation projects.
7. Personal Characteristics: A team player with integrity, capable of maintaining confidentiality, demonstrating tact and persuasiveness, effectively working with diverse groups, and earning and maintaining the respect of others both within and outside the organization.

AUTHORITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Reports directly to the Director of Engineering, keeping them informed of work progress and completed tasks, and consulting with them on issues that may hinder the efficient completion of responsibilities for this position and subordinate roles.
2. The Senior Transmission and Generation Planning Engineer has full authority to carry out the duties and responsibilities of this position in accordance with established policies and procedures.
3. Accountable to both the supervisor and the management of the Cooperative for the efficient performance of these responsibilities. While some responsibilities may be delegated, overall accountability remains with the Senior Planning Engineer.
4. Encouraged to exercise initiative and judgment in making decisions, with the understanding that actions can impact the Cooperative's best interests. Should actively propose suggestions for improving operations and efficiency.

ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled office environment typically at a desk with minimal physical exertion, but also outdoors in varying temperatures, humidity, and potentially inclement weather. Position requires repetitive motions with hands and fingers for keyboarding. Must be able to adhere to deadlines. Travel is mostly within the Cooperative's service area. Occasional travel to meetings, trainings, seminars and/or conference outside the service area will be required. Must be willing to work outside of regular business hours, as needed to complete tasks and meet deadlines. Must possess a valid driver's license.

REPORTING AND OTHER RELATIONSHIP

1. Reports To: Director of Engineering, with a dotted-line relationship to the Director of Generation, to support the goal of supplying reliable and cost-effective power and energy to the members of Cloverland Electric Cooperative ("Cooperative").
2. Supervisory Authorities: No