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　　Associate/T&D Designer

　　Portland Operations Center

　　Job Function Design – T&D Provides design expertise and services for transmission and distribution system and new connect designs.

　　Key Job Information:

　　Associate T&D Designer 6866 Grade 6

　　Career Level: P2 Intermediate Professional Requires expanded professional-level knowledge and experience in own area; incumbents continue to acquire higher-level knowledge and skills Expands on high-level knowledge of the company, processes and customers Solves a range of more complex problems Analyzes possible solutions using advanced knowledge and applying protocols Operates independently and receives only a moderate level of guidance and direction.

　　T&D Designer 6865 Grade 5

　　Career Level: P1 Entry Performs first-tier professional-level assignments that require theoretical knowledge and application of principles and concepts. Typically requires a related college or university degree or the equivalent work experience. Solves recurring problems by applying advanced knowledge. Operates independently but also receives ongoing guidance and direction from others

　　Key Responsibilities:

　　Design Work:

　　Provides professional-level transmission and distribution (T&D) design as-built knowledge for new customer connections and T&D improvements; assists engineers and project managers on moderately complex designs; provides technical design to lay out systems and facilities.

　　Design Practices and Technology:

　　Uses a graphics-based facilities management system and design tools to design, update and maintain the electrical distribution model in the geographic information system (GIS) for moderately complex designs; Strongly desire strong skills/master using Autodesk AutoCAD Map 3D 2022. At the P2 level: establishes most economical approach to managing design work; participates substantially in establishing the most economical approach to managing design work.

　　Design Drawings:

　　Converts moderately complex service designs into detailed construction drawings; ensures design concepts and details are accurately and clearly conveyed; develops drawings and instructions to guide construction personnel on moderately complex projects.

　　Engineering Principles, Codes and Standards:

　　Ensures design layouts are consistent with engineering codes and design standards and guidelines while meeting customer and user needs.

　　As-Builts:

　　Resolves “as-built” problems and conflicts for correct recording in electrical distribution model; participates in ensuring the electrical distribution model is kept accurate.

　　On-Site Field Support:

　　Reviews moderately complex design drawings to minimize the number of construction conflicts during installation; checks for design and drafting accuracy, applying guidelines and established criteria.

　　Education/Experience/Certifications:

　　Education:

　　Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering technology, GIS or other related field or equivalent experience.

　　Experience:

　　Typically two or more years in electrical engineering design and drafting or related fie

　　Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

　　Functional Competencies:

　　Working knowledge of electric utility distribution overhead and underground design standards and materials

　　Working knowledge of electrical systems and theory

　　Working knowledge of computer-aided design: Autodesk AutoCAD Map 3D 2022, including purpose, practices and techniques

　　Working knowledge of the information and data resulting from surveying

　　Intermediate drafting skills

　　Intermediate computer skills using drafting applications

　　Intermediate skills in GIS

　　General Competencies:

　　Working analytical thinking skills

　　Working decision-making skills

　　Intermediate interpersonal skills

　　Intermediate organization and prioritization skills

　　Intermediate problem-solving skills

　　Intermediate written and oral communication skills

　　At the P1 level, skills and knowledge will be developing and more basic in nature.

　　Physical and Cognitive Demands:

　　Cognitive Level Intermediate: Consistent use of relevant principles to solve practical problems and to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

　　Cognitive Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks

　　Ability to follow accuracy standards

　　Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks

　　Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment

　　Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress

　　Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change

　　Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback

　　Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement

　　Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks

　　Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization

　　Demonstrates sound memory

　　Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks

　　Schedule/Attendance:

　　Ability to work long hours

　　Ability to work a variable schedule

　　Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather

　　Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance

　　Physical Capabilities

　　Occasional driving/travel/commute within service

　　Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)

　　Environment - Indoor: Office

　　Compensation Range:

　　$60,300.00 - $119,625.00

　　In addition, this position is eligible for a performance-based incentive bonus. Actual total compensation is commensurate with experience, skills, and education

　　PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click here (https://portlandgeneral.com/hrcs5511) .

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　　PGE is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

　　PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Talent Acquisition Specialist (Recruiter) associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting [email protected] or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) team is also available for support. You can contact them at [email protected] .

　　To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date. Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.

　　February 4, 2024

　　At Portland General Electric, we’re innovators, builders, and achievers. We’re committed to powering our customers’ potential and making a difference for our community and the planet. Today, that commitment includes developing an intelligent and resilient electric grid, electrifying transportation and de-carbonizing the energy sector.

　　We’re proud to deliver an exceptional experience to help our customers thrive. Our mission is to make clean, reliable and affordable energy services available to all. We obsess over serving customers and are committed to growing employee career paths with purpose. Equity and inclusion are core business values; we celebrate our differences and are committed to developing teams that reflect the communities we serve.