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System Electrical Engineer

Dakota valley electric cooperative

 

    1. NATURE OF WORK:

              Under the general direction of the Manager of Engineering, performs engineering and planning for the cooperatives’

              electrical systems. Is involved in complex work on highly technical problems and participates in the formulation and

              enforcement of cooperative policies, standards, and specifications.  Exercises a high degree of decision-making that

              involves interpretation and application of cooperative policy and RUS standards along with analysis of fact and

              circumstance.  Has regular contact with other cooperative staff, personnel with affiliated associations, consultants, 

              contractors, and customers requiring considerable tact and diplomacy.  Occasionally engages in light to moderate

              physical exertion and works in both an office and field environment.  May be exposed to extreme climatic conditions.

 

    1. EXAMPLES OF WORK, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
      1. Meets and reviews work with cooperative staff, developers, consultants, and other agencies in the preparation of plans and specifications for individual projects.
      2. Completes plans, cost estimates, and staking sheets for projects, developments, and additions to the cooperative’s electrical distribution system.
      3. Analyze project requirements to determine justification and feasibility for implementation. 
      4. Interprets plans, blueprints, safety orders, and government rules and regulations as related to planning and engineering activities.
      5. Assists in the development of cooperative construction standards and specifications.
      6. Prepares and updates the cooperative’s short range and long-range work plans, power requirement studies, and other required planning documents.
      7. Prepares or assists in the preparation and maintenance of the cooperative’s electrical mapping system and engineering analysis model.
      8. Assists in the preparation of construction contracts and documents and the administration thereof.
      9. Assists with technical support and lends guidance to district (staking) engineers in the design and layout of system improvement projects as needed – particularly in regard to large loads.
      10. Conducts engineering inspection of on-going and completed construction projects and assists in overall project supervision.
      11. Provides assistance needed to ensure that adequate service, including continuity of service, is provided to non-interruptible critical loads.
      12. Maintains engineering records and files.
      13. Prepares or assists in the preparation of environmental reviews, technical reports, equipment specifications, and bid specifications.
      14. Designs switching procedures and system protection schemes.
      15. Assists in the operation of the cooperative’s load management system.
      16. Assists in the preparation of the system improvement budget.
      17. Makes cooperative board of director presentations as required.
      18. Performs other tasks as may be assigned.

 

    1. INTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS:

              Other Employees – Provides and acquires information and assistance necessary to ensure the achievement of 

              department and cooperative goals.

 

    1. EXTENAL RELATIONSHIPS:
      1. RUS – For exchange of information and assurance that cooperative meets requirements.
      2. NRECA – For exchange of information.
      3. Statewide – For exchange of information.
      4. Central Power – For exchange of information on transmission, substations, rates, load control, etc.
      5. Member/Owners – For assistance with electrical loads, etc.
      6. Vendors – For information on equipment.
      7. IEEE – Business associations.

 

    1. POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

             Possession of a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.  Experience

             relating to planning and operations with emphasis on design, construction, and operation of electrical

             distribution systems is preferred.  Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.  Possession of a valid 

             North Dakota motor vehicles class "C" driver's License. 

             

    1. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

              Work is both in controlled office environment and outside in extreme temperatures (0 to 100 degrees F), in ice, snow,

              rain, sun, high humidity, etc.  Must be able to walk a mile over uneven terrain, jump ditches, and any other

              requirement associated with power line construction and right-of-way clearing to observe work.  Must be able to lift

              and carry up to 50 pounds.

    

    1. REPORTS TO:

              Manager of Engineering

 

 

 

 

            Interested individuals should submit their resume, cover letter, and an application. This position will remain open until filled.

            Applications should be sent to:

 

Manager of Engineering

Dakota Valley Electric Cooperative

7296 HWY 281

Edgeley, ND 58433

 

           Please e-mail brandong@dakotavalley.com if you have questions.

 

 

 

 

 

Statement of Non-Discrimination

Dakota Valley Electric Cooperative, is a recipient of federal financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and USDA civil rights regulations/policies, USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal/retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA; not all bases apply to all programs; remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident.

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA TARGET Center at (202)720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800)877-8339.  Program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form (AD-3027) found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_ filing_cust.html(link is external) and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide all of the information requested in the form.  To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992.  Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by:

(1)             mail:        U.S. Department of Agriculture

                                 Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

                                 1400 Independence Avenue, SW

                                 Washington, D.C. 20250-9410;

(2)             fax:          (202) 690-7442; or
 

(3)             email:      program.intake@usda.gov

USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.

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Dakota Valley Electric Cooperative

7296 Highway 281
Edgeley, ND 58433

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Dakota Valley Electric Cooperative is one of 16 distribution cooperatives in North Dakota. It serves some 6,000 members on almost 4,700 miles of line in an area that stretches from the Minnesota border nearly to Ashley, and from the South Dakota border to Jamestown. From headquarter offices in Milnor and Edgeley, and outposts in Wahpeton, Hankinson, Oakes and Gackle, 43 employees work full-time to provide members with electricity and to improve the quality of rural life.

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