Job description
Minimum Pay Rate: $42.00 \ hr
Maximum Pay Rate: $51.18 \ hr
Apply by Date: 05/05/2023
Posting Type: Open
This posting will create an eligibility list for Substation Designer II in SMUD's Substation, Metering and Telecomm department. This list will be used to fill any current and future limited term and full-time vacancies over the next 2 (two) years.
Introduction
SMUD has set the most ambitious carbon reduction goal of any utility in the United States with its 2030 Zero Carbon Plan. As part of the plan, variety of new substations will be designed and built and SMUD's network will be upgraded to accommodate the renewable energies interconnection. Meanwhile, the existing aging substation facilities need to be upgraded.
SMUD is currently looking to fill a Substation Designer position (either I (REQID 450), II or III (REQID 452))* that will mainly perform substation design work and other tasks described in the job description. In this position the successful candidate will work on transmission and distribution substation projects including developing drawings and DCN (Design Change Notice) packages and complete other projects as well. The successful candidate will work closely with substation design engineers, designers and other SMUD team members to complete the tasks assigned.
- If interested in being considered for mulitple levels within the Substation Designer series, you must apply to each requisition individually.
Purpose
Nature and Scope
Duties and Responsibilities
Work may include, but is not limited to, the following: (NOTE: While in general all the functions and requirements listed are essential, individual positions and/or locations may not require all duties be performed.)
- Engineering Designer I and III: This class is differentiated from the Engineering Designer I level by its independence of producing basic line design jobs, and the complexity and technical difficulty of the work. Engineering Designer III will perform these duties as a fully qualified and experienced journey level.
- Performs computer aided design CAD and manual drafting processes and systems.
- Creates and revises engineering drawings; follows design guidelines, drafting/mapping standards, construction methods, processes, terminology and procedures associated with distribution line and substation design.
- Performs all elements related to the design and job closure of basic distribution lines and facilities including inspections.
- Perform field investigations to gather data necessary for the development of job packages.
- Performs the basic types of overhead and underground line design such as those for meter and service, night-lights, line extensions, and subdivisions; learns to perform the design of more complex distribution lines and facilities.
- Advises customers, electricians, and contractors of proper locations of meter and service points, minimum sizes and types of wire and switches required by various codes and standards.
- Assists in determining the need for permits, rights-of-way, easements, and encroachments and to work with the appropriate agencies, customers, developers, and property owners to obtain the required documents.
- Takes customer calls and initiates and updates service orders and account information through the CIS computer system.
- Compiles information from customers necessary to prepare and release work packages.
- Clears brush and other obstructions as needed to support work in the field.
Required Education
Equivalent to completion of sufficient formal and/or informal education to provide the necessary knowledge and skills.
Knowledge Of
Skills To
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience with AutoCAD
- 1-3 years experience designing substations or other electrical facilities
- Knowledge of electrical circuitry
Physical Requirements
On-site Work
This role will be an on-site role that will require being in person at one of SMUD's campuses daily to complete work tasks.
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) - Who We Are
As the nation's sixth-largest community-owned electric service provider, we're proud of our reputation as one of the best places to work in Sacramento. Our employees tell us in our engagement surveys they're "Happy, satisfied and engaged" which helps create a workplace that best serves our customers. Sacramento was named as the 2nd happiest place to work in America by Forbes Magazine. Lake Tahoe, San Francisco and the world-renowned Napa Valley are within easy driving distance of our locations.
California Equal Pay Act
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) are a part of who we are and how we do things. Supporting efforts that promote pay equality is part of that. Salary placement for the selected candidate will be determined in alignment with the California Equal Pay Act or the applicable MOU. Determination for salary placement of internal candidates will be made without respect to current classification or compensation, and will be based upon the candidate's qualifications as compared to those performing substantially similar work. In the event there is a guaranteed pay progression outlined in an applicable MOU, the MOU takes precedence.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
SMUD respects, values and celebrates the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make each person who they are. Diversity and inclusion are guiding principles to deliver a culture that reflects the broader values of the community and our customers. Our Board's policy for Employee Relation sets our commitment to developing and maintaining a high quality, inclusive workplace that engages and inspires employees to commit to SMUD's purpose, vision and values.
Why Sacramento, California?
The capitol of California, Sacramento is the state's sixth-largest city, and the 35th largest in the U.S. Local universities include California State University, University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law, and the University of California, Davis and several competitive community colleges. The UC Davis Medical Center, a world-renowned research hospital, is one of more than a dozen hospitals and shared services centers in the Sacramento region. Part of the agriculturally-rich Central Valley, Sacramento is at the forefront of the farm-to-fork food movement. Northern California is home to some of the country's top technology companies, including Google and LinkedIn, and a multitude of startups in many industries. Sacramento is home to the NBA Kings, the River Cats (AAA baseball), the Republic FC (soccer) and the San Francisco Giants, NBA Warriors and NFL 49er's aren't far away. Sacramento offers an affluent liberal arts community with Broadway, Mondavi Center, Crocker Museum and summer musical theater to name a few.
SMUD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. SMUD complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
SMUD expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of SMUD employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.
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