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NorthWestern Energy Transmission Line Engineer, Montana Electric Capacity (Butte MT Preferred; Location negotiable within Montana Service Territory) in Butte, Montana
81200-135200 per year | 27-Mar-2024 to Until Filled (MST) | Butte, MT, USA | Salary | Transmission | Regular Full Time
Transmission Line Engineer, Montana Electric Capacity
Work Location : Butte MT Preferred (Location negotiable within Montana Service Territory)
Pay range : $81,200 to $135,200 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 Transmission Line Engineer will be part of a dynamic team focused on engineering and project development supporting long-range transmission capacity plans across the company's service territory. The Engineer will develop creative plans and solutions to support engineering design for transmission line expansion projects, rebuilds, and other new build projects across the company's service territory. Which includes performing effective design, siting, routing, and budgeting of multiple exciting projects and initiatives.
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 develop engineering plans and preliminary transmission designs to support NorthWestern Energy's electric transmission capacity objectives
Coordinate with other functional groups to meet expected outcomes and strategic direction
Perform engineering and economic of multiple transmission line projects
Perform transmission siting and routing analysis
Compile and write technical reports and estimates and develop project budgets
Develop and coordinate projects up to 230kV
Perform computer related functions such as engineering analysis, design, drawings, spreadsheets and database compilations
Assist in customer and land owner field investigations and other transmission design responsibility
Job time is spent in the office and field environment with expulse to all field hazards and weather
Occasional lifting of materials up to 35 pounds required
Travel up to 20% of the time, including weekend and overnights
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
Minimum 2 years of experience in transmission engineering required
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
Must possess strong computer, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Knowledge in Project Development and Project Management principles and fundamentals is desired
Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple conflicting tasks and demands
Ability to work in a team environment and independently
Must have a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
Requisition #4338
Posting Dates: March 27, 2024 through Until Filled
Department/Division: Transmission
Employment Physical: Required
Drug Test: Required
Background Check: Required
Relocation Benefit:
Telecommuting: Part-time within NorthWestern energy service territory negotiable
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