Posting #: 2024045

Electrical Engineer I
Electric Department

The City of Dover is currently looking for a motivated individual for the position of Electrical Engineer I in the Electric Department. The essential function of the position is to perform electrical engineering and technical work for the City of Dover’s electric utility system. The selected candidate will work on transmission and distribution systems and substations as well as new service extensions, fuse coordination and renewable interconnections. 

Job Responsibilities
• Assist and/or prepare diagrams, tracings, and schematics for power transmission and   distribution systems
• Prepare drawings of electric work to be performed or changes to be made to existing electrical gear
• Set up and maintain records of field surveys, drawings and prints
• Participate in transmission and distribution line designs and substation designs and modifications
• Calculate proper conductor type and size, transformer size, and proper application of equipment
• Specify relay settings, fuse sizes, and reclosers for proper coordination
• Evaluate/deny/approve renewable energy installation applications
• Investigate problems relating to electrical control equipment and recommend solutions
• May lead staff on specific projects
• Gather and maintain data/information and prepare routine and special reports, as well as coordinate staff meetings and attend in-service training and technical or professional classes

To view the entire job description for complete details on job responsibilities and requirements, please visit, https://www.cityofdover.com/job-titles-and-rates. Please select the AFSCME tab.

A criminal background investigation will be required. Candidates may be given a job-related test during the interview.

Compensation
• Health, dental, vision and group life insurance
• 401a and 457 deferred compensation plans
• Paid vacation and sick leave

To Apply Submit the Following
• City of Dover employment application (www.cityofdover.com/jobs)
• Cover Letter and Resume

Ethical conduct and honest behavior are our basic organizational values. Candidates will be instrumental in assisting to make Dover a place where people want to live through our motto – Dedication, Ownership, Vision, Excellence and Reliability

City of Dover is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Hourly Rate: AFSCME Grade 130 / $32.79 per hour (Based on Qualifications)
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
• Bachelor’s degree in a closely related field may be acceptable
• Valid driver’s license
• Must obtain Fundamentals of Engineering certification within two (2) years of employment

About City of Dover Electric

The City of Dover Electric Department provides services for the customers in the capital of the First State. The 40 members of the Electric Department strive to providing service to approximately 25,000 electric customers across a 74 square mile service area. We supply large customers such as the US Air Force, manufacturing and commercial entities as well as our residential services in and around the historic downtown area of Dover.

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