Electrical Engineering Specialist, Supervisor

Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nations largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.

City Light has an opportunity for an Electrical Engineering Specialist, Supervisor to support and lead the Joint Use wireline engineering team at the South Service Center. Joint Use is an engineering unit within the Engineering & Technology Operations Division. The supervisor performs all supervisory functions including conducting team and 1:1 meetings, tracking and approving time for the group, and other daily supervisory functions as needed.

Primary duties include:

• Supervising the efforts of assigned engineers
• Reviewing work for construction.

Here is more about what youll be doing:

• Supervise planning, design and modification of overhead and underground electrical systems for the utility's wireline telecommunication customers.
• Ensure that the projects are prioritized and designed properly and promptly, and that appropriate design standards and sound engineering principles are used.
• Review cost estimates, customer construction drawings, customer requirements documents, service installation drawings and material requirements according to design guidelines and standards.
• Train the team on processes and software, to include CAD, IKE4, SCL Standards and SpidaCalc/Studio.
• Review work packages prepared by wireline engineering team.
• Perform continuous process improvement to ensure the unit delivers engineering products in the most efficient manner possible.
• Application of National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) rules with a focus on clearances, strengths, and loadings.
• Perform special projects as assigned by the manager.
• Mentor and train new engineers.
• Coach engineers about electrical design and safety.
• Perform Plan Review of SDOT and private Street Use projects as they impact City Light and telecommunications infrastructure.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert in the development or revision of City Light construction, material, and design standards.
• Provide electrical engineering design support to other Seattle City Light units as well as other City of Seattle departments, Suburban cities, and outside agencies.

In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has:

Requires five years electrical engineering experience, including two years supervisory experience and an Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:

• Experience working with Distribution or Joint Use engineering.
• Experience with current pole engineering practices and standards.
• Knowledge of and direct experience with CAD, NESC, SCL Standards, IKE4, and
• SpidaCalc/Studio.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, property descriptions, construction schedules, contracts, and other construction documents.
• Good interpersonal, technical writing and oral communications skills.
• Willingness to learn and accept responsibility, comply with safety rules and regulations, work efficiently, effectively, and independently

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice .

The full salary range for this position is $63.52 to $71.10 per hour.

Application Process

Please submit the following with your online application:

• A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement
• A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.

Incomplete applications may not be accepted.

Who May Apply : This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattles Fair Chance Employment Ordinance , SMC 14.17 and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3 . A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020 .Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: .

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