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Operator- Engineer 1 (Distribution)
LanceSoft Inc
🇺🇸 United States
On-site
11 months ago
- SCADA
11 months ago
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| Role | Operator- Engineer |
| Location | Macon, GA |
| Duration | 12+months (Possible Extension) |
| Shift | 1st shift |
| Pay Range | $25– $828.50 per hour on W2 |
Job Description:
Desired Qualifications
- A Distribution Systems Operator Engineer is a key position within the utility or energy sector responsible for ensuring the efficient and safe distribution of electricity or gas to customers. These professionals play a critical role in monitoring, controlling, and maintaining distribution systems.
- System Monitoring: Continuously monitor the electrical or gas distribution system, including transformers, circuit breakers, switches, and related equipment, using supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems.
- Emergency Response: Respond promptly to alarms, outages, and emergency situations, making critical decisions to isolate and restore service while adhering to safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Load Management: Monitor and manage load distribution to maintain system reliability, including load shedding during peak demand periods and load restoration when possible.
- Switching Operations: Perform switching operations to reconfigure the distribution system, isolate faults, and restore service to affected areas.
- Troubleshooting: Diagnose and troubleshoot issues related to the distribution system, such as equipment failures, voltage variations, and power quality problems.
- Data Analysis:Analyze data from SCADA systems and other sources to identify trends, anomalies, and potential system improvements.
- Communication:Maintain effective communication with field personnel, dispatchers, and other operators to coordinate maintenance activities and respond to incidents.
- Safety Compliance: Ensure all operations comply with safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies. Promote a culture of safety within the team.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of system events, maintenance activities, and outage information. Prepare reports and documentation as required.
- Training: Stay up to date with industry developments, technology, and regulations through continuous training and professional development opportunities.
- System Maintenance: Participate in routine maintenance and inspections of distribution system equipment to ensure reliability and prevent failures.
- Coordination: Collaborate with other departments, such as engineering, planning, and maintenance, to plan and implement system upgrades, expansions, or repairs.
Education
- A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, power systems engineering, or a related field is typically required. Advanced degrees may be preferred for senior positions.Experience
- Previous experience in distribution system operations, utility work, or a related engineering role is advantageous. Familiarity with power distribution equipment and systems is crucial.
- Depending on the employer and location, certifications such as NERC (North American Electric Reliability Corporation) certification or other relevant industry certifications may be desired or required.
- Proficiency in using SCADA systems, distribution management systems (DMS), and other utility-specific software tools. Strong knowledge of electrical or gas distribution principles and equipment. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to diagnose system issues, optimize operations, and make informed decisions, particularly during emergencies. Communication: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to convey technical information clearly and collaborate effectively with team members and engineers.
- The ability to make quick and sound decisions under pressure while prioritizing safety and system reliability.
- Willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends, to ensure round-the-clock coverage of distribution operations. This position can be filled with engineer or non-engineer candidates. Please do not limit contract companies to number of candidates they can submit because of the SOPD testing. distribution operations.
Operator- Engineer 1 (Distribution) · LanceSoft Inc