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NorthWestern Energy Project Development Engineer (Location open to South Dakota & Montana service territories) in South Dakota
62900-135200 per year | 10-Jun-2024 to Until Filled (MST) | SD, USA | Salary | Asset Management | Regular Full Time
Project Development Engineer
Work Location : Location Negotiable within South Dakota & Montana Service Territories
Pay range : $62,900 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 Project Development Engineer is responsible for supporting the development, implementation and oversight of project development activities for the Project Management Office. The Project Development Engineer will ensure effective communication and coordination is maintained between Asset Management, Engineering and Planning, Construction Groups, Performance Management, Finance and all aspects of the Project Management Office.
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 775,300 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 Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
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 parental leave
Paid bereavement leave
Paid training opportunities
Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays
Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.
About this job:
Use sound analytical skills to model, analyze, propose solutions for growth and recommend long range strategies for customer/load growth
Maintain compliance with all related standards including industry and regulatory
Prepare presentations and present to management and/or customers
Coordinate projects between stakeholders from other affected departments
Provide engineering for growth, expansion and extensions projects
Provide project oversite
Perform computer related functions such as engineering analysis, drawing, spreadsheets, and database compilations
Perform or assist with marketing analysis, financial models and revenue requirements
Respond to customer growth/expansion request, including site visits
Survey and inspect routes
Ensure that cost estimates meet company standards and current tariffs
Perform individual lifts and carries office supplies up to 35 pounds
Travel to jobsites, off-site meetings, and trainings (up to 25% travel per year) including overnight stays when necessary
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:
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
Must have B.S. degree in Engineering
Ability to obtain a Professional Engineer's License is preferred
Excellent computer skills
Working knowledge or experience in real world applications for developing engineered solutions
Working knowledge of modeling software preferred experience with SAP, line design, Winflow and DDS is a plus
Knowledge of International Fuel Gas Code, NESC, NEC, and the DOT. Part 191 and 192 is a plus
Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
Requisition #4401
Posting Dates: June 10, 2024 through Open Until Filled
Department/Division: Asset Management Distribution Infrastructure
Employment Physical: Required
Drug Test: Required
Background Check: Required
Relocation Benefit: Negotiable
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 .