Duquesne Light Company, headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh, is a leader in providing electric energy and has been in the forefront of the electric energy market, with a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service. Today, the company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy, providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania.
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Summary:
Directs the activities of and provides guidance to Distribution design group. Ensure the timely delivery of complex distribution electrical engineering designs to the construction department or external contractors for system improvements and system maintenance projects to maintain the integrity and reliability of the DLCo substations according to DLCo standard design practices.
Location: Hybrid, Pittsburgh PA at Woods Run Complex (see Hybrid Work, below)
Responsibilities:
Directs the assignment and scheduling of complex electrical engineering design work, which meet Duquesne Light standards and all applicable industry codes, for a staff of Distribution Designers performing design work associated with the Distribution and Sub-transmission system additions or modifications to ensure the timely delivery of safe, efficient, reliable service to all customers. 35%
Monitor and report on progress of all projects, both internally and externally designed, to ensure schedules are and coordinate with all other support groups for timely availability of equipment and materials. 15%
Coordinate with the Training Department to ensure the necessary training and training materials are provided for the Distribution Designers on any new equipment and/or design standards. 5%
Create a working environment that fosters safety, teamwork, employee initiative and accountability to maintain high levels of productivity for assigned projects. Counsel and evaluate personnel performance. 15%
Perform Project Management function in reviewing/developing, project scopes, reports, design schedules, drawings, specifications, correspondence, design standards, recommendations, requisitions and cost estimates to ensure all designs are in a timely, cost-effective manner that meets DLCo standards and project scopes. 15%
Participate in standards discussions to ensure distribution design standard is effective and follows all recent company, local, and federal codes and any applicable changes. Provide training to distribution engineering design group on new standards and ensure proper implementation of new design standards. Provide significant oversight of the final engineering design to ensure all standard requirements have been met. 15%
Additional Responsibilities:
Other duties as assigned and as necessary.
Support the restoration of customer's power due to storm damage (see Storm Roles, below).
Education and Experience:
Bachelor Science degree from an ABET accredited college/university required
Preferred disciplines: Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
Five (5) years related experience required
Valid driver's license is required for travel to and between sites
Master's degree or above preferred
Professional Engineering Licensure preferred
Skills and Abilities Utilized in this Role Include:
Knowledge of Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission regulations.
Working knowledge of Oracle Customer Information Systems.
Working knowledge of Metering Systems.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship, without discrimination because of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis, as defined by applicable law, and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, hiring, compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, transfer, layoffs, return from a layoff, training and development, and other privileges of employment. An integral part of Duquesne Light Holdings' commitment is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action.