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NorthWestern Energy Engineer Transmission Lines (Butte, Billings and Helena Montana) in Butte, Montana
61400-132100 per year | 09-Nov-2023 to Until Filled (MST) | Butte, MT, USA | Salary | Transmission | Regular Full Time
Engineer Transmission Lines
Work Location : Butte, Billings and Helena Montana
Pay range : $61,400 to $132,100 per year
Employment Status: Regular Full-time
External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com
Internal candidates apply through iConnect (https://iconnect.nwe.northwesternenergy.com/Employee-Portal/?m) .
About this position:
The Electric Transmission Line Engineer provides engineering support & engineering design for transmission line expansion projects, rebuilds, relocations and new build projects across the company's service territory. The engineer will perform effective design, budgeting, and execution of various projects and initiatives and coordinate with other functional groups to meet expected outcomes and strategic direction for company transmission projects.
We offer great benefits:
NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ 1,500 amazing people and serve 753,600 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:
401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents)
Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
Paid training opportunities
Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 10 paid holidays
Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.
About this job:
Engineer will ensure oversight of guidelines, policies, practices, standards and regulations relating to transmission designs
Perform engineering and economic analysis of miscellaneous transmission related projects.
Survey and inspect routes for lines
Compile and write technical reports
Supervise & coordinate projects and oversee contract and company construction crews
Perform computer related functions such as engineering analysis, detail design, drawings, spreadsheets and database compilations
Respond to customers' needs by performing field investigations and estimate
Perform and ensure cost estimates meet company standards and current tariffs
Assist to develop project specific capital and expense budgets
Job time is spent in office and field environment with exposure to all field hazards and weather
Occasional lifting of materials up to 35 pounds required
Travel up to 20% and extended hours will be required
All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering required
E or ability to obtain P.E. desired
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
Must possess strong computer, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Experience in electric transmission, substation, or distribution engineering and construction preferred
Experience with SAP, PLS-CADD, GIS systems and survey techniques desired
Knowledge in Project Management principles and fundamentals desired
Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple conflicting tasks and demands
Must have a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
Requisition #4186
Posting Dates: November 9, 2023 through Until Filled
Department/Division: Transmission
Employment Physical: Required
Drug Test: Required
Background Check: Required
Relocation Benefit: Negotiable
Telecommuting: None
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at job.inquiries@northwestern.com .