Electrical Standards Engineer I, II or Senior

Job Specifications

Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800 communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today—for our customers, communities and each other.

Position Summary

Responsible for the day-to-day management of Black Hills Energy's (BHE) electric utility standards, change requests, standard drawings, and standards committee. Updates the BHE Standards with changes and requirements regarding electric materials. Provide support to Operations, Construction, Engineering, Planning, and Supply Chain regarding material standardization and known problems with associated work practices and materials. Investigate and review material failures.

Pay Range: This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.

Level I: $71,100 - $106,600

Level II: $86,700 - $130,050

Senior: $97,150 - $160,150

Reporting Relationship: Standards & Engineering Tech Supervisor

Location: Rapid City, SD

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance is available based on individual circumstances! Details to be shared during the offer process.

Essential Functions

• Support Black Hills Energy’s electrical standards in the company’s multiple-state business. Maintains a successful partnership with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Vendors and Manufacturers.
• Manage BHE Material standard drawings by using structured problem-solving techniques and statistical methods for data driven analysis and decisions. Effectively prepare or review documentation with a high degree of accuracy and completeness.
• Be familiar with NESC and other related IEEE standards related to material specification, powerline and facility design and specification.
• Be familiar with trends related to the materials in electrical networks.
• Provide reports and recommendations based on trends. Analyzing material failures working with 3rd parties for support.
• Participates in data gathering in order to demonstrate compliance. Perform and provide support for internal audits and assessments.
• Support efforts to research, vet, and approve new or alternative materials and equipment for use in the electric system.
  
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Update Electric Utility employees on materials and standards.
• Update Electric Utility on material failures and changes.
• Calculate annual changes to Capitol and O&M of proposed Standard changes.
  
  

What Is Required

All Levels:

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering required.
• This position requires driving responsibilities. You must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company and insurer standards.
• This role will be required to travel up to 10% of the time.
  
  

Level I

• No experience required. Training provided.
  
  

Level II

• 3-4 years energy industry experience
• Learn and apply basic fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of electrical engineering.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to interact in a team environment.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite - Excel, Word, Power Point, Project and Outlook.
• Ability to work concurrently on multiple projects independently or as part of a team.
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn diverse topics and skills.
  
  

Senior

• 5 or more years in utility engineering, materials management or other relevant experience required.
• Knowledge of electric utility operations.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills and the ability to interact in a team environment with competing needs.
• Ability to maintain proficiency with new systems and software as technology evolves.
• Strong ability to document and track projects and work goals.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite - Excel, Word, Power Point, Project and Outlook.
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn diverse topics and skills.
  
  

What Is Desired

• Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code and electric utility industry safety work practices.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in line design software and Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook.
• Demonstrate ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn diverse topics and skills.
  
  

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

About our Company: We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package! Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. If there is anything that may show up in these reports that may conflict with the position requirements, feel free to contact the Black Hills Energy recruiting team at jobs@blackhillscorp.com.

Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit careers.blackhillsenergy.com for more information.