Summary

Performs para-professional engineering design, field staking and project management for reactive and planned distribution projects under direct supervision.

Essential Functions

• Design & prepare technical drawings for overhead, underground, and street light facility construction.
• Interact/communicate with stakeholders including members of the public, customers, contractors, consultants, developers, and LP&L/COL staff.
• Resolve conflicts, develop design solutions, and manage multiple small-scale distribution projects.
• Prepare cost estimates, and submit invoicing information for utility cost recovery fees.
• Analyze customer needs and perform calculations to determine required sizes and types of various electrical equipment and components.
• Provide a material list for each project and forecast material needs for upcoming projects. Coordinate with COL Warehouse and LP&L Procurement to ensure required materials are available.
• Perform related duties as required.

Qualifications

Based on qualifications applicant may be eligible for Electrical Designer I, Electrical Designer Lead, or Electrical Project Coordinator

Electrical Designer I ($47,174.40- $76,390.08)

• Coordinate with COL and TXDOT to acquire permits where required;
• Upon Completion of new construction projects, ensure data is accurately updated in the GIS database;
• Attend weekly COL site review meetings as needed;
• Respond to emergency call-outs as needed during system restoration;
• Respond to inquiries and complaints regarding projects.

Qualifications:
Completion of an associate’s degree with two years of experience in construction, electrical, inspection, or related technical work. Related experience or certifications may substitute for education requirement on a year-to-year basis
 
Electrical Lead Designer ($58,943.04- $95,449.12)

• Provide material lists for each project and forecast material needs for upcoming projects. Coordinate with COL Warehouse and LP&L Procurement to ensure required materials are available;
• Coordinate with COL and TXDOT to acquire permits where required;
• Provide budget and manage capital improvement project expenditures;
• Upon completion of new construction projects, ensure data is accurately updated in the GIS database;
• Attend weekly COL site review meetings as needed;
• Attend meetings as needed with customers and project representatives;
• Respond to emergency call-outs as needed during system restoration;
• Respond to inquiries and complaints regarding projects.

Qualifications:
Completion of an associate’s degree in engineering or related field, with an additional five years of technical engineering, electric utility project management or electric utility construction experience; or any combination of relevant education and experience.
 
Electrical Project Coordinator ($70,628.48- $114,366.72)

• Monitor, forecast and procure materials and equipment;
• Creation and maintenance of specifications;
• Perform outage restoration during emergency call-out;
• Simultaneously coordinate multiple large projects;
• Work with other departments, utilities, and consultants to complete major tasks;
• Supervise the work of others;
• Prepare engineering drawings and construction cost estimates;
• Analyze, select, and specify electric equipment and components.

Qualifications:
Completion of an associate degree in engineering technology or a related field with an additional twelve or more years of experience in electric utility construction or estimating, Including supervisory experience; or any combination of relevant education and experience.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Basic principles and practices of electric distribution utility design and construction;
• Basic computer operation;
• The principles and procedures of electric utility operations and loads;
• Advances knowledge of the entire utility system to perform restoration during emergence call-out.

Ability to:

• Work effectively under pressure;
• Operate a computer using Microsoft suite products, GIS design software & survey equipment;
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbal and written;
• Effectively work with co-workers, public and other departments;
• Quickly adapt to fast fast-paced, dynamic schedule;
• Provide excellent customer service.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently stand and walk during shift;
• Occasionally climb stairs, ladders, and inclined surfaces;
• Frequently bend and kneel during shift;
• Frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds;
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds;
• Frequently push and pull objects;
• Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;
• Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing;
• Place arms above, at or below shoulder height;
• Coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement to operate a vehicle.

Application must be submitted online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lubbock. Jobs close at 5:00 p.m. on the closing date posted on the City website. For a complete list of job openings with the City of Lubbock please visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Lubbock.