Engineering Spclst - Substation

MidAmerican Energy Company is hiring an Engineering Specialist - Substation in Adel, IA. This entry-level position involves technical work in cost estimating, project management, and design for substation additions. Responsibilities include preparing specifications, drawings, and contracts, as well as providing technical assistance and project management throughout various project phases. A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required, along with effective communication and project management skills.
Job Description

Provide technical work in the detailed cost estimating, project management, designing, materials procurement and construction of substation additions to MidAmerican Energy Company's energy delivery system. Apply established engineering standards and practices in the design of new substation facilities. Prepare specifications, drawings and contracts. Provide substation technical assistance to other areas within MidAmerican Energy Company. Provide project management for a portion or all phases of substation project additions to MidAmerican Energy Company's energy delivery system, including cost estimating, scheduling, materials procurement, resource management and coordination, cost tracking and cost projections. This is an entry level skill position in substation engineering.

Responsibilities

Provide engineering services for the planning, design and construction of project additions to MidAmerican Energy Company's energy delivery system. (45%) Provide technical project management for all phases of a project including scheduling, design, estimates, engineering specifications, drawings, construction contracts, cost tracking and project cost projections. (40%) Conduct technical studies and investigations and prepare oral and written reports. (10%) Provide technical assistance to other departments. (5%) Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned. Demonstration of knowledge and understanding of human performance improvement techniques. " Evaluate present practices and implement processes, concepts, training and tools to prevent, detect and correct human errors that may adversely impact the safe, reliable operation of the electric transmission and distribution system.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a technical related field or equivalent work experience. (Typically six years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.) Three years related work experience. Effective oral and written communication skills. Effective analytical and problem-solving skills. Project management skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation. We celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.