The Lansing Board of Water & Light has openings for an Engineer I - V with our Electric Systems Integrity Department located in Lansing, MI.

Job Type: Full-Time

Starting Salary Range: $66,927. - $140,425.

Position Summary: Primary roles in the Electric Transmission and Distribution Engineering department include T&D Engineering Design, T&D System Planning, T&D Standards and Materials, and Transmission System Protection and Regulatory Compliance. Distribution design experience: Designing and calculating the sizing and placement of transformers, utility poles, conductors, guying, permits, easements, fusing, manholes, conduit, primary metering, switchgear, etc....

Responsible for engineering activities related to planning, designing, constructing, operating, maintaining, and ensuring regulatory compliance of the electric transmission and distribution systems. Most projects will involve some or all the following activities: investigations, studies, estimating, economic evaluations, budgeting, scheduling, system protection, designing, drawing development and review, construction and commissioning support, training, and project management.

Essential Functions:

• Applies prescribed techniques and procedures in accordance with established criteria to perform assigned tasks; Performs standard computations or analysis.
• Performs technical work.
• Collects data and gathers information or documents.
• Prepares drawings and visual aids.
• Observes construction activities.
• Creates a generative safety culture. Aware of potentials risks and threats in the workplace.
• Exhibits strong drive for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.
• Acts and makes decisions in a manner consistent with the needs of the public in delivery of products/services. Acts in line with the culture and norms of both the organization and society in general.
• Exchanges thoughts, feelings, and information effectively.
• Participation in the continuous improvement of the Asset Management System and Work Management processes.
• Predictable and reliable attendance.
• Expected to comply with all BWL policies and work rules.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Why Should You Apply?

• Competitive salary, employee development, and opportunity for professional growth.
• Robust time off benefits including vacation, free choice, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, and employee assistance program.
• Retirement programs including 401a (100% company paid up to 13% of base salary), 457 match up to $2,500 per year, retiree medical.
• Voluntary benefits including supplemental and dependent life insurance, vision, flexible spending, AFLAC options, LifeLock anti-theft, long term care, tuition reimbursement, HOPE loan.

About BWL: The Board of Water & Light serves Lansing, Michigan, and surrounding areas with electricity, water, and steam. Lansing's city charter vests the BWL with full and exclusive management of water, steam, and electric services for or the city. The American Public Power Association has honored the Lansing Board of Water & Light as one of the country's best publicly owned utilities.

The Location: Lansing, MI provides the opportunity to enjoy all seasons of fun and beauty. With the Grand River open for kayaking, lush golf courses, 17+ miles of trails for biking/hiking/running, Potter Park Zoo, and the sports, the arts and fine