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PUBLIC SERVICE ENGINEER III

Distribution Systems Regulatory Engineering Analyst

Recruitment #16-002188-0001

Introduction

This is a recruitment for the Public Service Commission for a PSC Engineer III specializing in distribution system analysis.

GRADE

19

LOCATION OF POSITION

William Donald Schaefer Tower

6 St. Paul Street

Baltimore, Maryland 21202-6806

Main Purpose of Job

To monitor, review and assess the safety and reliability performance of electric utility distribution systems operation in Maryland.

POSITION DUTIES

Analyzing reliability reports and performance improvement plans and inspecting utility records, procedures and electric facilities, when necessary; 

Conducting risk assessments, developing reliability metrics and recommending proposed rulemakings to improve utility performance and assure utility accountability;

Assessing regulatory compliance and managing inspections, tests, investigations and evaluations of physical facilities used by public utility companies in the production and distribution of products and services;

Investigation of consumer complaints against electric distribution companies;

Handling reports of accidents submitted by electric utilities;

Preparation of oral and written testimony;

Supporting state-wide emergency response efforts related to the energy and utilities.

Resolving deficiencies identified during inspections and other duties as assigned.  

Good communication skills are required, both oral and written.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Two years of engineering experience conducting inspections, tests, investigations and evaluations of physical facilities used by public utility companies in the production and distribution of products and services.

Notes:

1. Professional engineering experience may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education.

2. Professional engineering experience may be substituted at the rate of two years for each one year of the required experience as defined above.

 3. Possession of a Master's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience.

4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Engineering classifications or Engineering specialty codes in the Environmental field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: An Electrical Engineering degree and five years of engineering experience in electric utility distribution system analysis, inspection, quality assurance, design, construction, maintenance and/or operations and the review of associated reliability and/or safety performance with focus on regulatory analysis and compliance.  

Established networking within the industry to capably represent the agency in industry and inter-agency technical and regulatory working groups.  A proven track record in working with regulatory attorneys and economists and experience in delivering expert testimony is a plus.  

A professional engineering license and experience or training in engineering economics is also preferred.

Applicants’ résumés/applications should demonstrate measurable accomplishments.  

Application must include two writing samples.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date.  Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

Please include a copy of your college degree or transcript and foreign degree evaluation report with your application, if applicable.  This office, with your written consent, will verify your prior applicable work experience.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. 

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online application process is STRONGLY preferred.  If online access is not available, you may submit a paper application (by closing date) to:

Department of Budget and Management

Recruitment and Examination Division

301 West Preston Street, Room 608

Baltimore, Maryland 21201

Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required, please call 410-767-4850. 

TTY Users:  call via Maryland Relay.  

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply  

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.    




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