Title: Engineer, Distribution Assets, Progression 
Company: Tampa Electric Company
Location: Energy Control Center 
State and City: Florida  -  Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

Hiring Manager:  Patrick L Shell

Recruiter: Mark E Koener 

TITLE:                                                  Engineer - Distribution Assets (Multi-Level Classification*)

PERFORMANCE COACH:                  Manager, Asset Management

COMPANY:                                        Tampa Electric Company

DEPARTMENT:                                  Asset Management

POSITION CONCEPT

Develop, implement and administer an industry best practice approach to achieving the highest level of performance from Electric Delivery Distribution assets for every valuable capital and operating dollar spent.  Facilitate system root cause analysis, tracking and analyzing Distribution, Substation and Transmission reliability metrics for Electric Delivery.  

*Engineer classification is multi-level, based on the qualification guidelines as outlined in the Company’s Engineering Career Path, Administrative Policy 2.13. A minimum classification of an Engineer II is required in this position.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (D&R)

1. Development and implementation of the distribution portion of the Electric Delivery Asset Management Plan which includes design/equipment specification review; health, criticality, and risk assessments; inspection, monitoring, and testing strategies; performance, and maintenance requirements. 20%
2. Development and implementation of the distribution portion of a comprehensive Electric Delivery Reliability Improvement Plan using empirical data to predict reliability improvements. 20%
3. Supervise the tracking, analysis and reporting of reliability metrics for all asset classes.  Lead all efforts for continuous improvement of such tracking and analysis. Provide planning, feedback and skill building to Reliability team members. Administer the Performance Review (PR) and Individual Development Plan (IDP) process. 20%
4. Facilitation of system root cause analysis for all asset classes.  Facilitation and tracking of resulting action plans to improve system performance. 20%
5. Support the development, implementation and maintenance  of a comprehensive data collection and predictive modeling tool for distribution assets that assists in the prioritization of capital expenditure and complements the Asset Management and Reliability Improvement Plans. 10%
6. Maintain measurement of the distribution asset portfolio performance to ensure achievement of organization vision and goals through performance benchmarking. 10%

This Progression includes classifications from multiple levels of the Engineering Progression.  The majority of the work is performed independently.  Projects range from routine to complex. 

LEVEL SCOPE AND ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

A combined maximum of one year of work experience credit may be granted for co-op work experience, an advanced degree, and/or a PE license.

Associate Engineer

Works under close supervision; receives specific and detailed instructions as to required tasks and results expected; performs a variety of routine tasks which should provide experience and familiarity with the engineering staff, methods, practices, procedures and programs of the Company; usually assumes no responsibility for direction of others.

Education

Required:            Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university.   

Preferred:           Master’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university

Experience

Required:             None

Preferred:            Minimum of 1 to 2 years of related work experience performing the Duties & Responsibilities of this position, including PLS-CADD and AutoCAD experience, understanding of engineering, construction, and operation of transmission systems.

Engineer I

Performs routine engineering work requiring application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related engineering tasks; receives close supervision on new aspects of non-routine assignments; using prescribed methods, performs specific and limited portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer; may have minor responsibility for training, orientation or assigning of work to other employees; may schedule/coordinate projects with supervision and review; prepare engineering analyses, write specifications and reports as directed.

Education

Required:            Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university.   

Preferred:           Master’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university

Experience

Required:             Minimum of 18 months of experience as an Engineer performing work related to the Duties & Responsibilities of this position; or 12 months of related experience with the successful passing of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.

Preferred:            Minimum of 3-4 years of work experience related to the Duties & Responsibilities of this position, including PLS-CADD and AutoCAD experience, understanding of engineering, construction, and operation of transmission systems.

Engineer II

Qualifications for this level shall include sustained demonstrated sound knowledge in a functional work area with an expected or higher degree of performance. Should have demonstrated knowledge of policies and work procedures within the Company. Independently evaluates, selects and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria using judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications; may have significant role in training, orientation, assigning work or supervising other employees; may receive assistance and/or guidance on unusual problems; may have limited authority for performing work on an individual basis with quasi-supervisory responsibility over other employees as may be assigned; may prepare engineering analyses, specifications and reports on an independent basis.

Education

Required:            Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university.   

Preferred:           Master’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university

Experience

Required:             Minimum of 4 years of experience as an Engineer performing work related to the Duties & Responsibilities of this position.

Senior Engineer

Must have demonstrated above expected performance in the Engineer II classification, sound knowledge of functional area of work and advanced engineering concepts and their interactions and relationships to total Company operation, and eligibility to become a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Florida. Approval by the business unit Vice President is required.

Education

Required:            Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university.   

Preferred:           Master’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university

Experience

Required:             Minimum of 8 years of experience as an Engineer performing work related to the Duties & Responsibilities of this position and eligibility to become a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Florida.

Principle Engineer

The Senior Consulting Engineer will be expected to continue technical development and growth and may supervise a staff of engineers or technicians. Supervision received is essentially administrative, with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits. Recognized as a company-wide expert in the respective field of study.

Education

Required:            Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university.   

Preferred:           Master’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university

Licenses/Certifications

Required:             Professional Engineer license in the State of Florida

Experience

Required:             Minimum of 12 years of experience as an Engineer performing work related to the Duties & Responsibilities of this position.

Preferred:            Eight years of transmission related experience

Additional Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Required:             Must have demonstrated above expected performance as a Senior Engineer, with demonstrated technical proficiency in transmission line design, construction and operation, including areas such as foundation design and remediation, Electric and Magnetic Field (EMF) or transmission line rating methodologies.  Membership and participation in technical or professional organizations is expected.

Preferred:            None

Engineering Fellow

*Additional Information can be provided

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TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!

Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage  *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!