Electrical Engineer Distribution Engineering – Power Enterprise – SFPUC (5241) (155779)

Overview

Design and analyze electric service interconnections for SFPUC's distribution grid

Key Responsibilities

• interconnection analysis
• voltage analysis
• system modelling
• equipment specification
• grid capacity
• code compliance

Tasks

-Evaluate voltage levels, fault currents, and capacity constraints. -Perform engineering analysis of requested interconnections to SFPUC’s infrastructure -Keep a record and track interconnection agreements (solar, grid, etc.) -Select the “I’m Interested” button and follow instructions on the screen -Specify equipment and ensure it meets technical standards and safety codes. -Analyze whether the grid can accommodate a new connection (generation or load). -Assure compliance with good utility practices and applicable codes and standards -Ensure connection proposals comply with national grid codes, utility requirements, and safety regulations. -Provide technical assistance, operational guidance, and engineering support for the maintenance of existing City-owned and operated transmission and distribution systems and facilities; -Periodically review the aggregate load on the system and plan system improvements -Perform power quality investigations. Conduct site assessments. Perform Field Inspections -Design and review the interface between the customer’s installation and the grid (e.g., substations, transformers, protection systems). -Create and maintain SFPUC’s electric system models -Copies of Application Documents -Prepare analysis, planning and engineering design documents, cost estimates, and construction drawings for customer interconnection to the City-owned electric distribution system

Requirements

• renewable
• grid codes
• scada
• power analysis
• etap
• customer service

What You Bring

-Experience in renewable interconnections -Grid codes and interconnection standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE, PG&E) -Protection systems, SCADA, and automation -Power system analysis (load flow, fault level, stability) -Proficient in Power system simulation tools -Systems Analysis Inc (SKM Power*Tools for Windows), Electrical Transient Analysis Program (ETAP), etc -Provide good customer service. Be able to clearly communicate SFPUC’s grid requirements with internal and external stakeholders. -Working knowledge of

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Benefits

-ADA Accommodation

About San Francisco Public Utilities Commission

-It serves local retail water needs and supplies wholesale water to multiple Bay Area counties, supporting municipal buildings and transit systems. -It conducts large-scale infrastructure projects, such as pipeline construction, wastewater treatment modernization, and expanding the CleanPowerSF community-choice energy program. -It combines traditional utility planning with innovative pilot programs like stormwater retention and creek restoration to minimize runoff. -It uniquely integrates youth apprenticeships and workforce development across various trades, setting it apart from other utilities. -Its history is a testament to civic foresight, evolving from municipal takeovers of private water monopolies into a modern, sustainable public service provider.

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