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Form of workTitle: Meter Operations Engineer I-II (Varies)
Company: Tampa Electric Company
State and City: Florida - Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days
POSITION CONCEPT
Provide technical support for the engineering, design, planning, operation, maintenance, and documentation of all revenue metering equipment. Also provide technical support to TECO meter technicians and IBEW personnel.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
a. Random sample testing and evaluation
b. Periodic testing and evaluation
c. Acceptance testing of new metering equipment
d. Obsolete meter elimination
RELATIONSHIPS
Key Internal: All TECOservice area technical staff; Regulatory, Customer Service, Billing, Energy Management, Renewables and Revenue Protection Departments.
Key External: Customers, Contractors, Vendors, Southeastern Electric Exchange, Other Electric Utilities, Florida Public Service Commission.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited college.
Licenses/Certifications
Required: None
Preferred: Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam.
Direct Experience
Required:
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.
Required:
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. Candidate 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 quasisupervisory responsibility over other employees as may be assigned; may prepare engineering analyses, specifications and reports on an independent basis.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)
Required: Microsoft Office; strong communication skills; data gathering and research skills; Excel spreadsheet manipulation.
Preferred: Metering standards and specifications knowledge.
WORKING CONDITIONS
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QUALIFICATIONS
QUALIFICATIONS
QUALIFICATION
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!
STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!! Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.
TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.
TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.
Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
ADA policy
It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.
Application accommodations
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.
Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.
Company: Tampa Electric Company
State and City: Florida - Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days
POSITION CONCEPT
Provide technical support for the engineering, design, planning, operation, maintenance, and documentation of all revenue metering equipment. Also provide technical support to TECO meter technicians and IBEW personnel.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide technical support and solutions to TECO internal and external customers on all issues concerning revenue metering and sub-metering.
- Provide technical support to meter technicians as needed with field mitigation of meter operational and communication issues.
- Provide technical support to TECO service area service engineers and distribution design technicians with AMI meter related issues, including meter data retrieval and analysis.
- Work with the Principal Engineer to ensure existing and planned revenue metering systems comply with the Florida Public Service Commission rules and regulations through:
a. Random sample testing and evaluation
b. Periodic testing and evaluation
c. Acceptance testing of new metering equipment
d. Obsolete meter elimination
- Perform regression testing on all new firmware and configuration versions for Advanced Meter Infrastructure (AMI) meters.
- Support the company's renewable energy programs by reviewing drawings and work requests to ensure compliance with applicable Tampa Electric Company Retail Tariffs and Standard Electric System Requirements (SESR).
- Work with the Principal Engineer to ensure compliance with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) standards as they relate to metering equipment by:
- Ensuring evidence is up to date
- Updating audit related documentation as needed
- Maintain documentation records for the bucket truck testing performed at the meter shop.
- Manage the RMA process between TECO and Itron regarding warranty repair/replacement of faulty AMI meters.
RELATIONSHIPS
Key Internal: All TECOservice area technical staff; Regulatory, Customer Service, Billing, Energy Management, Renewables and Revenue Protection Departments.
Key External: Customers, Contractors, Vendors, Southeastern Electric Exchange, Other Electric Utilities, Florida Public Service Commission.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited college.
Licenses/Certifications
Required: None
Preferred: Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam.
Direct Experience
Required:
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.
Required:
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. Candidate 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 quasisupervisory responsibility over other employees as may be assigned; may prepare engineering analyses, specifications and reports on an independent basis.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)
Required: Microsoft Office; strong communication skills; data gathering and research skills; Excel spreadsheet manipulation.
Preferred: Metering standards and specifications knowledge.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Working outdoors in hot, humid, and/or cold conditions up to 10% of the time
- Some overtime
- Some travel
#LI-SAC
QUALIFICATIONS
QUALIFICATIONS
QUALIFICATION
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!
STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!! Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.
TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.
TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.
Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
ADA policy
It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.
Application accommodations
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.
Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.
