Supervisor of Engineering - Substations
Salary:
$111,639.
00 - $164,178.
00 Annually Location :
Rochester MN 55906, MN Job Type:
Regular FT Job Number:
20230039C Department:
Rochester Public Utilities Opening Date:
07/10/2023 POSITION DESCRIPTION The City of Rochester invites applications for:
Supervisor of Engineering - SubstationsRochester Public Utilities RPU, a division of the City of Rochester, MN, is the largest municipal utility in the State of Minnesota.
RPU serves over 57,000 electric customers and 41,000 water customers in a 60 square mile service area, and has revenues nearing $161 million annually.
Nature of Work This professional supervisory position at Rochester Public Utilities is responsible for supervising the electric substation and communications engineering technical sections, and is also responsible for developing budgets and schedules related to these areas.
This position also provides project management and technical assistance to utility operating sections, oversees electrical design and construction standards, and oversees studies related to system planning and operation.
The primary emphasis of this position is electric substations, and communications, but this individual can be involved with other engineering areas and systems as necessary.
Applications will be accepted until the vacancy is filled.
The City of Rochester is committed to a community where all members feel a sense of belonging.
We commit to recognizing the diversity of our community members, listening to ALL voices and providing equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play and work.
We believe EQUITY should be at the center of all our work.
We strive to represent our community in our teammates, as we know that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, and have an empowering impact on the work, progress and culture of our community.
It takes us all working together.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide Supervision to Assigned Employees Provide work direction to employees relative to the completion of designated assignments; delegate responsibilities as appropriate.
Provide employees with ongoing coaching and feedback; conduct annual performance evaluations in compliance with organizational policies; initiate corrective action when appropriate.
Partner with the designated human resources business partner to implement effective hiring and selection practices.
Assist with the development and maintenance of divisional budgets and strategic priorities.
Technical Oversight Estimate short and long-range electric substation capital requirements.
Develop a capital improvement plan and maintenance program for electric substations that meets ensures safety and electric system reliability.
Lead, plan, train, and review the work of staff responsible for performing professional and technical level engineering work including substation capital projects, relay & protection control schemes, SCADA communications, and various other technical issues as needed.
Inspect electrical construction, major electrical substation equipment installations, and review electrical equipment maintenance and operating procedures.
Review plans of consulting engineers and contractors and make technical engineering decisions and establish technical criteria and standards.
Prepare and check work orders, supporting plans and specifications related to electric substations Certify the proper completion of these work orders.
Monitor available information concerning new techniques in the field of electric substations with effective approaches to more efficient use of existing electric supplies.
Recommend practices, procedures, and standards necessary to accomplish objectives and implement policies pertinent to the electric division.
This will include working with electric substation design criteria, relay protection and control schemes, construction standards, material and equipment lists and cost estimates.
Project Management Serve as project manager on complex construction projects and provide technical oversight to staff assigned less complex projects; administer project from inception to completion including design, review, public meetings, bidding and construction; develop scope of work; serve as liaison to staff, developers, engineers, consultants, the general public and external agencies on projects; develop project timelines and sets priorities; oversee the services of consultants.
Prepare specifications for capital and major maintenance projects, materials and supplies used by the electric utility, review bids and price quotations, and recommend construction/vendor purchase awards.
Support Functions Coordinate with other management in formulating overall objectives and specific goals to fulfill the electric division goals.
Prepare Board Action documents and periodic and special reports as required or requested.
Conduct system studies, interpret results, and utilize information in system planning and operation.
Evaluate qualifications of and recommend outside consultants, when needed, to provide professional expertise in preparation of project plans and specifications and other studies undertaken by the electric utility.
Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university; AND five (5) years of progressively responsible full-time employment experience in planning, development, and/or design of electric utility substation and controls systems, with at least three (3) years of supervisory/management/leadership experience directing professional or support staff.
Licenses and Certificates Certification as a Professional Engineer (PE) from the State of Minnesota within one year of hire as a condition of continued employment.
Valid driver's license DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Experience with supervising technical engineering employees Experience with designing urban electric transmission distribution systems Experience with ArcGIS, SAP, CAPE, Synergi, OCALC, EasyPower, or similar computer programs Position CompetenciesCollaborates:
Building partnerships and working with others to meet shared objectives.
Communicates Effectively:
Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Decision Quality:
Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
Directs Work:
Providing direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done.
Demonstrates Self-Awareness:
Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position.
The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.
In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Sedentary Work:
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
However, there are times when this position will need to lift plans and/or construction documents and navigate the terrain of a construction site.
Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below:
Continuous demands:
Standing, Sitting, Walking, Fine Dexterity Frequent demands:
Lifting, Handling, Reaching, Carrying Occasional demands:
Pushing/Pulling, Kneeling, Crouching, Bending Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include:
sight, hearing and touch.
Environmental conditions Work is primarily performed in an office setting, however inspections of construction sites are occasionally required.
01 The following supplemental information may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience.
Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided in your application and resume.
You must be honest and accurate in answering the supplemental questions and do not type see resume.
You may also be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview for this position.
By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is true and accurate.
Any information provided may be reviewed by the hiring manager.
Any misstatements or falsification of information will eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal.
Do you understand and agree with this statement? Yes No 02 What is your preferred name? 03 Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No 04 Do you possess an Electrical Engineering degree from an accredited program? Yes No 05 Which of the following best describes the level of your Electrical Engineering degree? Less than 2 years post-secondary training Completion of a 2 year program or degree Completion of a 4 year program or degree Completion of a Master's program or degree Completion of a Doctorate degree or program None of the above 06 Are you currently registered as a Professional Engineer? Yes No 07 Which of the following best describes your years of full-time employment experience in electrical utility substation engineering and compliance? No experience Less than 3 years experience More than 3 years, but less than 5 More than 5 years, but less than 7 More than 7 years, but less than 10 More than 10 years, but less than 15 More than 15 years 08 Did your employment experience in electric utility industry include performing any of the following? (Select all that apply) Developing capital improvement plans and maintenance programs for electric distribution or transmission substations Reviewing plans of consulting engineers and contractors Inspecting electrical construction, major electrical equipment installations Design, installation and/or maintenance of electric substations of 15 kV or greater Developing and authoring new specifications for 115 kV - 161 kV class transmission circuit breakers, circuit switchers, disconnect switches, and bus equipment Developing, authoring or revising specifications for 115 kV - 161 kV / 15 kV class substation power transformers Developing, authoring, or revising technical contract documents for construction labor or technical services contractors Developing relay protection philosophies for 115 kV - 161 kV class transmission line, bus equipment, or circuit breaker Developing relay protection philosophies for 15 kV - 25 kV class medium voltage switchgear.
Selecting new relay systems Developing new relay application designs, including schematics Designing protective relay and control panels for 115 kV - 161 kV class transmission lines, bus equipment, and circuit breakers Replacing or integrating new microprocessor relays into legacy relay panels or switchgear Developing protective relay settings for microprocessor relays Developing relay test and commissioning philosophies Supporting or guiding field technicians in their relay test and commissioning work Serve as a subject matter expert or other involvement with NERC compliance such as PRC-005 or other applicable standards None of the above 09 Describe your employment experience in planning, development, and/or design of electric utility substation and controls systems, including your specific experience with any items selected in the previous question.
Do not type, see resume.
Type N/A if you have no experience.
10 Which of the following best describes your experience overseeing and directing the activities performed by other staff:
No experience Limited - I have provided some work direction or suggestions to other staff Moderate - I occasionally provide work direction and/or training to other staff Extensive - I frequently provide direction to and/or formally supervise other employees as a regular part of my job 11 Which of the following best describes your years of full-time employment experience in a supervisory or leadership role directing professional and engineering support staff? Less than 1 year At least 1 year, but less than 2 years At least 2 years, 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 7 years At least 7 years, but less than 10 years 10 or more years N/A - I have no employment experience supervising other staff 12 Which of the following best describes your overall employment experience managing or leading SCADA or other utility communication projects? N/A - I have no experience in this area Limited - I have been responsible for managing simple project(s) with a predetermined scope and timeline, involving a single process or functional area.
Moderate - I have been responsible for managing complex project(s) with a broader scope and undefined timeline, providing work direction to internal resources, and involving multiple functional areas.
Extensive - I have been responsible for initiating, designing and executing project plans; determining, configuring, and implementing SCADA or other utility communication protocols; defining the scope and establishing the timeline; monitoring the project budget; providing work direction to internal and external resources; and involving multiple functional areas and/or entities.
13 Which of the following best describes the total amount of the annual operating budgets, including CIP (capital improvement plans), that you have been directly responsible for administrating? Less than $100K More than $100K but less than $500K More than $500K but less than $1M More than $1M, but less than $10M More than $10M N/A - I have no experience in this area 14 Does your electrical engineering employment experience include working with any of the following computer programs? (Select all that apply) ArcGIS AutoCAD Synergee OCALC CAPE Light Table Easy Power Other similar programs (list below) N/A - None of the above 15 Describe your employment experience working with the programs listed above.
Do not type See Resume.
If no experience, type N/A.
16 CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
If selected as a finalist, are you willing to undergo a background investigation which may include, but not limited to:
verification of employment and educational records, identification verification, driver's license record and a criminal history? Yes No Required Question Recommended Skills Architectural Drawing Auto Cad Cladding (Construction) Communication Computer Aided Production Engineering Corrective And Preventive Action (Capa) Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
$111,639.
00 - $164,178.
00 Annually Location :
Rochester MN 55906, MN Job Type:
Regular FT Job Number:
20230039C Department:
Rochester Public Utilities Opening Date:
07/10/2023 POSITION DESCRIPTION The City of Rochester invites applications for:
Supervisor of Engineering - SubstationsRochester Public Utilities RPU, a division of the City of Rochester, MN, is the largest municipal utility in the State of Minnesota.
RPU serves over 57,000 electric customers and 41,000 water customers in a 60 square mile service area, and has revenues nearing $161 million annually.
Nature of Work This professional supervisory position at Rochester Public Utilities is responsible for supervising the electric substation and communications engineering technical sections, and is also responsible for developing budgets and schedules related to these areas.
This position also provides project management and technical assistance to utility operating sections, oversees electrical design and construction standards, and oversees studies related to system planning and operation.
The primary emphasis of this position is electric substations, and communications, but this individual can be involved with other engineering areas and systems as necessary.
Applications will be accepted until the vacancy is filled.
The City of Rochester is committed to a community where all members feel a sense of belonging.
We commit to recognizing the diversity of our community members, listening to ALL voices and providing equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play and work.
We believe EQUITY should be at the center of all our work.
We strive to represent our community in our teammates, as we know that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, and have an empowering impact on the work, progress and culture of our community.
It takes us all working together.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide Supervision to Assigned Employees Provide work direction to employees relative to the completion of designated assignments; delegate responsibilities as appropriate.
Provide employees with ongoing coaching and feedback; conduct annual performance evaluations in compliance with organizational policies; initiate corrective action when appropriate.
Partner with the designated human resources business partner to implement effective hiring and selection practices.
Assist with the development and maintenance of divisional budgets and strategic priorities.
Technical Oversight Estimate short and long-range electric substation capital requirements.
Develop a capital improvement plan and maintenance program for electric substations that meets ensures safety and electric system reliability.
Lead, plan, train, and review the work of staff responsible for performing professional and technical level engineering work including substation capital projects, relay & protection control schemes, SCADA communications, and various other technical issues as needed.
Inspect electrical construction, major electrical substation equipment installations, and review electrical equipment maintenance and operating procedures.
Review plans of consulting engineers and contractors and make technical engineering decisions and establish technical criteria and standards.
Prepare and check work orders, supporting plans and specifications related to electric substations Certify the proper completion of these work orders.
Monitor available information concerning new techniques in the field of electric substations with effective approaches to more efficient use of existing electric supplies.
Recommend practices, procedures, and standards necessary to accomplish objectives and implement policies pertinent to the electric division.
This will include working with electric substation design criteria, relay protection and control schemes, construction standards, material and equipment lists and cost estimates.
Project Management Serve as project manager on complex construction projects and provide technical oversight to staff assigned less complex projects; administer project from inception to completion including design, review, public meetings, bidding and construction; develop scope of work; serve as liaison to staff, developers, engineers, consultants, the general public and external agencies on projects; develop project timelines and sets priorities; oversee the services of consultants.
Prepare specifications for capital and major maintenance projects, materials and supplies used by the electric utility, review bids and price quotations, and recommend construction/vendor purchase awards.
Support Functions Coordinate with other management in formulating overall objectives and specific goals to fulfill the electric division goals.
Prepare Board Action documents and periodic and special reports as required or requested.
Conduct system studies, interpret results, and utilize information in system planning and operation.
Evaluate qualifications of and recommend outside consultants, when needed, to provide professional expertise in preparation of project plans and specifications and other studies undertaken by the electric utility.
Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university; AND five (5) years of progressively responsible full-time employment experience in planning, development, and/or design of electric utility substation and controls systems, with at least three (3) years of supervisory/management/leadership experience directing professional or support staff.
Licenses and Certificates Certification as a Professional Engineer (PE) from the State of Minnesota within one year of hire as a condition of continued employment.
Valid driver's license DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Experience with supervising technical engineering employees Experience with designing urban electric transmission distribution systems Experience with ArcGIS, SAP, CAPE, Synergi, OCALC, EasyPower, or similar computer programs Position CompetenciesCollaborates:
Building partnerships and working with others to meet shared objectives.
Communicates Effectively:
Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Decision Quality:
Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
Directs Work:
Providing direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done.
Demonstrates Self-Awareness:
Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position.
The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.
In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Sedentary Work:
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
However, there are times when this position will need to lift plans and/or construction documents and navigate the terrain of a construction site.
Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below:
Continuous demands:
Standing, Sitting, Walking, Fine Dexterity Frequent demands:
Lifting, Handling, Reaching, Carrying Occasional demands:
Pushing/Pulling, Kneeling, Crouching, Bending Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include:
sight, hearing and touch.
Environmental conditions Work is primarily performed in an office setting, however inspections of construction sites are occasionally required.
01 The following supplemental information may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience.
Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided in your application and resume.
You must be honest and accurate in answering the supplemental questions and do not type see resume.
You may also be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview for this position.
By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is true and accurate.
Any information provided may be reviewed by the hiring manager.
Any misstatements or falsification of information will eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal.
Do you understand and agree with this statement? Yes No 02 What is your preferred name? 03 Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No 04 Do you possess an Electrical Engineering degree from an accredited program? Yes No 05 Which of the following best describes the level of your Electrical Engineering degree? Less than 2 years post-secondary training Completion of a 2 year program or degree Completion of a 4 year program or degree Completion of a Master's program or degree Completion of a Doctorate degree or program None of the above 06 Are you currently registered as a Professional Engineer? Yes No 07 Which of the following best describes your years of full-time employment experience in electrical utility substation engineering and compliance? No experience Less than 3 years experience More than 3 years, but less than 5 More than 5 years, but less than 7 More than 7 years, but less than 10 More than 10 years, but less than 15 More than 15 years 08 Did your employment experience in electric utility industry include performing any of the following? (Select all that apply) Developing capital improvement plans and maintenance programs for electric distribution or transmission substations Reviewing plans of consulting engineers and contractors Inspecting electrical construction, major electrical equipment installations Design, installation and/or maintenance of electric substations of 15 kV or greater Developing and authoring new specifications for 115 kV - 161 kV class transmission circuit breakers, circuit switchers, disconnect switches, and bus equipment Developing, authoring or revising specifications for 115 kV - 161 kV / 15 kV class substation power transformers Developing, authoring, or revising technical contract documents for construction labor or technical services contractors Developing relay protection philosophies for 115 kV - 161 kV class transmission line, bus equipment, or circuit breaker Developing relay protection philosophies for 15 kV - 25 kV class medium voltage switchgear.
Selecting new relay systems Developing new relay application designs, including schematics Designing protective relay and control panels for 115 kV - 161 kV class transmission lines, bus equipment, and circuit breakers Replacing or integrating new microprocessor relays into legacy relay panels or switchgear Developing protective relay settings for microprocessor relays Developing relay test and commissioning philosophies Supporting or guiding field technicians in their relay test and commissioning work Serve as a subject matter expert or other involvement with NERC compliance such as PRC-005 or other applicable standards None of the above 09 Describe your employment experience in planning, development, and/or design of electric utility substation and controls systems, including your specific experience with any items selected in the previous question.
Do not type, see resume.
Type N/A if you have no experience.
10 Which of the following best describes your experience overseeing and directing the activities performed by other staff:
No experience Limited - I have provided some work direction or suggestions to other staff Moderate - I occasionally provide work direction and/or training to other staff Extensive - I frequently provide direction to and/or formally supervise other employees as a regular part of my job 11 Which of the following best describes your years of full-time employment experience in a supervisory or leadership role directing professional and engineering support staff? Less than 1 year At least 1 year, but less than 2 years At least 2 years, 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 7 years At least 7 years, but less than 10 years 10 or more years N/A - I have no employment experience supervising other staff 12 Which of the following best describes your overall employment experience managing or leading SCADA or other utility communication projects? N/A - I have no experience in this area Limited - I have been responsible for managing simple project(s) with a predetermined scope and timeline, involving a single process or functional area.
Moderate - I have been responsible for managing complex project(s) with a broader scope and undefined timeline, providing work direction to internal resources, and involving multiple functional areas.
Extensive - I have been responsible for initiating, designing and executing project plans; determining, configuring, and implementing SCADA or other utility communication protocols; defining the scope and establishing the timeline; monitoring the project budget; providing work direction to internal and external resources; and involving multiple functional areas and/or entities.
13 Which of the following best describes the total amount of the annual operating budgets, including CIP (capital improvement plans), that you have been directly responsible for administrating? Less than $100K More than $100K but less than $500K More than $500K but less than $1M More than $1M, but less than $10M More than $10M N/A - I have no experience in this area 14 Does your electrical engineering employment experience include working with any of the following computer programs? (Select all that apply) ArcGIS AutoCAD Synergee OCALC CAPE Light Table Easy Power Other similar programs (list below) N/A - None of the above 15 Describe your employment experience working with the programs listed above.
Do not type See Resume.
If no experience, type N/A.
16 CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
If selected as a finalist, are you willing to undergo a background investigation which may include, but not limited to:
verification of employment and educational records, identification verification, driver's license record and a criminal history? Yes No Required Question Recommended Skills Architectural Drawing Auto Cad Cladding (Construction) Communication Computer Aided Production Engineering Corrective And Preventive Action (Capa) Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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