ELECTRICAL ENGINEER II - DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM PLANNING

JOB TITLE:                     ELECTRICAL ENGINEER - DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM PLANNING

LOCATION:                    HAMPDEN/HYBRID WORK MODEL 

REPORTS TO:               MANAGER, ASSET MANGEMENT                                            

POSITION STATUS:      EXEMPT, NON-BARGAINING UNIT, FULL TIME 

Be a part of the energy that is transforming the power industry of northern and eastern Maine.  

Versant Power continues to provide efficient, safe, and reliable delivery of electricity to customers in northern and eastern Maine, while never losing sight of safety, quality, accountability, integrity, and innovation, for over 100 years.

We are committed to our dedicated people, who inspire us every day, to deliver something more powerful than power alone.  

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under the general direction of the Manager, Asset Management, this position encompasses electrical engineering duties under a variety of focus areas. including transmission and distribution protection analysis, substation planning, design, specifications, procurement, and commissioning.  

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Understand one-lines, three-lines, schematic diagrams, wiring and connection diagrams for area of Engineering focus. 
• Project management responsibilities, where applicable, including fiscal control, reporting and closing of projects. 
• Understand the use of technical test equipment and oversight of the associated data and results.  
• Interact with area field personnel, providing Engineering oversight and technical assistance as needed. 
• Understanding of applicable standards and regulations per specific focus area of Electrical Engineering. 
• Ability to develop solutions per system needs. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with other Engineers and other departments. 
• Understanding basic electrical theory and the application to a Power Utility. 

Focus Areas:  

Distribution System Planning Engineer 

• Work closely with others in the department and those necessary in other areas of the Company to facilitate the development of short-term and long-term distribution capital project plans based on system or equipment reliability, safety, risk assessment, condition, loading and other factors. 
• Develops and administrates inspection and maintenance programs and plans for system assets as directed. 
• Responsible for review, analysis and interpretation of inspection and test results within the distribution line inspection and maintenance programs and instituting appropriate projects, programs or actions where necessary. 
• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the Company’s reliability statistics 
• Work closely with the Company’s Engineering and Operations groups along with other departments to ensure compliance with enforceable standards applicable to the Company. 
• Work closely with the Company’s Engineering and Operations groups along with other departments to develop short and long term projects for the company’s capital plan. 
• Responsible for prioritizing projects and creating project forecasts for development of the Company's short and long term capital plans. 
• Prepare or coordinate the preparation of periodic data submittals and reports related to management of the Company's distribution assets as required by internal or external entities as deemed necessary (ex MPUC, Executive, BOD). 
• Use the Company's tools and applications in order to develop short and long term programs and plans for distribution asset classes, using inputs such as reliability, condition, safety, useful life and other factors. 
• Performs analysis in support of the Company strategy regarding grid modernization, system reliability, safety, or other business objectives 

REQUIRED OR PREFERRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Engineer II- BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology required. Five years of T&D Engineering required. Related field experience in focus area will be considered. 
• Engineer III- BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology required. Ten years of T&D Engineering required. Related field experience in focus area will be considered. 
• Experience with PC based software including excel spreadsheets preferred.   
• Position requires identity verification and seven-year criminal background check with update at least every seven years pursuant to NERC standards.  
• Maine driver’s license required.  

PERSONAL QUALITIES:  

• Demonstrated initiative in recognizing opportunities for improvement and efficiency 
• Proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external parties; this includes excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Able to deal with ambiguity, among multiple projects and competing priorities 

NOTES: 

• Position requires sitting, standing, driving, and walking on uneven terrain.  
• Routine work outside required.  
• Position requires concentration and strong organizational skills    
• Usual work hours are 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Extra hours are required. 
• Other related duties as assigned, including designated duties associated with System Restoration.   

RATE OF PAY: 

Salary Level is commensurate with experience and qualifications.  

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Non-Bargaining Unit, Regular and Term employees who have at least six (6) months satisfactory job performance and attendance records in their current job are eligible to apply for posted positions.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

Versant Power is a tobacco-free, drug-free and fragrance-free workplace.

Versant Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted 10/10/2025