Performs intermediate management and difficult professional and administrative work in the development, design, and operation of electrical engineering projects; does related work as required.
Developing long range plans; estimating project costs; preparing plans and specifications; inspecting work; conducting research; developing training programs.
(The following tasks are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
Develops long range plans of department; estimates project cost; prepares lists of construction materials for purchasing and gives advice on construction projects.
Manages and Supervises the Staff Engineer, Electrical Engineer Technician and GIS Technician.
Mentors and facilitates the succession planning within the division.
Develops training program for the department.
Makes surveys and studies based on economic engineering practices in order to prepare plans for proposed construction projects.
Coordinates with other utility and City engineering personnel to avoid conflicts of utilities construction projects with other services.
Drafts specifications for equipment and materials used in construction, maintenance, and operation of electrical system.
Makes on-site inspections of work to ensure compliance with plans.
Performs related tasks as required.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in electrical engineering or related field and considerable experience in electrical engineering.
Special Requirements:
Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.
The City of New Bern Department of Public Utilities is community-owned and committed to the values of a professional, hometown, customer-first utility. Working together as a partner with our community, we deliver high quality electric, water, and sewer service to over 25,000 customers located in New Bern and the surrounding areas.
