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E&C Engineer
Mindlance
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Remote
- 3 weeks ago
- SIP
- Excel
- Power Apps
- SCADA
3 weeks ago
JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsible for the design, modeling, development and testing of a machine, structure or system. Develops functional requirements. Understands and applies standard engineering principles. Creates simulations and prototypes to evaluate preliminary designs and test how a machine, structure or system operates. Designs and tests components, and integrates components to produce final product. Monitors quality of products and controls the efficiency of processes. Evaluates a design's overall effectiveness, cost, reliability, and safety. Investigates root causes of failures to maintain quality and recommend improvements.
1. Explain what the scope of the work/project is? Project Overview, deliverables (what is this person responsible for).
Performs point-to-point testing for distribution field devices (e.g., 3 closures, cap racks, sectionalizing cabinets), and distribution substation equipment in Texas. Includes logistical prep, scheduling with crews, and working in a SIP-controlled environment.
2. What does a typical day look like?
Includes logistical setup for device testing, collaboration with internal teams, executing point-to-point testing, tracking and reporting results using Excel or PowerApps.
3. Describe work environment / team culture (supportive/collaborative, teamwork or individual contributor)?
Hybrid; collaborative during prep and logistics; individual contributor during actual testing. Work occurs primarily in a Control Center environment.
4. Can you elaborate on any potential risks or safety considerations associated with this role, particularly if the responsibilities extend beyond a standard desk or office environment?
Minimal. Primarily a desk job in a secure environment. Occasional field visits for perspective, but not high-risk.
5. What are the work hours/shift (standard, evening, full time/part time, OT required, on-call for 24/7 operation)?
Standard 40-hour work week, hybrid model. Occasional work-from-home when testing isn't scheduled. No current overtime planned, but may change.
Candidate Detail Section
1. What are the top 3-5 skills and qualifications (technology/application/software, etc.) required?
· Experience with electric distribution systems
· Familiarity with Excel and PowerApps
· Ability to coordinate and report on testing progress
· Team collaboration
· Communication and logistical coordination
2. What non-technical skills are necessary (i.e., such as communication, problem solving, team player)?
· Team player
· Adaptable to shifting priorities
· Strong communication and reporting skills
3. Ideal candidate background and how many years required?
2–5 years, ideally from utility or telecom sectors with testing experience
6. Are there any preferred or "nice to have" skills?
· SCADA experience
· Communications troubleshooting knowledge
1. What is the location of the contract assignment (Full time onsite, hybrid – percent of time on site/home or, are you open to fully remote)? If the resource is expected to be onsite, can you confirm if the resource can park on
property/in the ramp?
Hybrid (Lubbock, TX); onsite Mon&Fri expected, remote possible when testing not active. Parking availability not discussed.
EEO:
“Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.”
E&C Engineer · Mindlance