Located in Lincoln, Nebraska, LES is customer-owned and is one of the nation’s leading utility companies. We are recognized for low costs, unmatched reliability, financial stability, cutting-edge innovation, environmental stewardship, and community engagement. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service while fostering a culture that celebrates passion, talent, and high standards. If you're not just looking for a job but a fulfilling career in a workplace that values excellence, the environment, and the community we call home, LES might just be the perfect fit for you. Join us and power a brighter future!

• LES is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States.
• LES is unable to sponsor employment-based immigrant or non-immigrant visas.
• This is not a remote position and requires residency within a reasonable commuting distance to LES in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Are you passionate about innovation and skilled in managing engineering projects from concept to completion? LES is seeking a self-motivated, hands-on, problem-solving engineer to join our dynamic Projects Engineering team. We’re seeking a results-driven professional to lead cross-functional teams, optimize project workflows, and ensure the delivery of cutting-edge solutions on time and within budget. In this role, you’ll collaborate with diverse stakeholders, tackle exciting challenges, and contribute to transformative projects that shape our industry. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to bring your expertise to a team that values excellence, apply today and engineer the future with us!   

JOB SUMMARY 

Responsible for providing engineering support for local power generating facilities and thermal energy facilities for Lincoln Electric System (LES) and District Energy Corporation (DEC). Project management execution for small to medium sized projects from project conception through completion, including defining the detailed project scope with necessary stakeholders and maintaining project budgets and schedules. Also includes material selection, bid evaluations, supervision of contractors and consultants, preparation of feasibility studies, and creating specifications for associated equipment. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal guidance. Consistent and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND CORE COMPETENCIES

• Performs engineering and technical project management related to the construction and maintenance of proposed and existing facilities, systems, and/or programs in assigned area of responsibility. 
• Monitors the work of consultants, contractors, and equipment suppliers.  
• Performs electrical engineering analysis and studies related to the National Electric Code (NEC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E and 70B standards. (Electrical)  
• Collaborates with peers and other internal departments to prepare documentation, evidence, and policies related to applicable SPP, MRO, and NERC regulatory standards.  
• Familiarity with various programable logic controllers (PLCs), distributed control systems (DCS), human machine interfaces (HMIs), and industrial communication protocols including Modbus. (Electrical/Controls)  
• Provides project management and engineering support for local power generating facilities and thermal energy facilities, which may require reporting to those facilities on a routine or regular daily basis.  

Initiative - Takes action on his/her own without being prompted; handles problems independently; able to resolve issues without relying on extensive help from others; does more than is expected or asked.

Accountability - Holds self and others responsible for goals, outcomes, deadlines, and objectives and follows through on commitments. Takes accountability for delivering on commitments; owns mistakes and uses them as opportunities for learning and development.

Teamwork - The ability to effectively interact, cooperate, collaborate, and manage conflicts with other people. Shows enthusiasm toward being a member of the group; actively participates in team meetings and activities; leverages the skills and interests of coworkers to achieve goals and solve problems; supports team decisions.

Project Management - Establishes project goals, milestones, and procedures, defines roles and responsibilities, acquires project resources, coordinates projects throughout company, monitors project progress, and manages multiple projects.

Job Technical Skills - Keeps his/her technical skills current; effectively applies specialized knowledge and skills to perform work tasks; understands and masters the technical skills, knowledge, and tasks associated with his/her job; shares technical expertise with others.

REQUIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

Engineer ($81,166 - $101,458) - Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.  

Engineer III ($93,342 - $116,678) - Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or related field, and at least three years of progressively responsible engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. 

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS 

• Valid driver’s license 

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