Electrical Distribution System Specialist

Location: Amarillo, TXJob Title: Electrical Distribution System SpecialistCareer Level From: SpecialistCareer Level To: SpecialistOrganization: North Zone Electrical (51452668)Job Specialty: Facilities GeneralWhat You'll Do Authorize and direct work during High Voltage Switching OperationsResponsible for the Safety of High Voltage Craft workersResponsible for the Safety of the Electrical Distribution of the Plant, Wind Farm,and the John C. Drummond Center (JCDC)Responsible for meeting the safety, environmental, and reliability requirementsfor high-voltage or electrical distribution systemsResponsible for requesting corrective actions via request for corrective,preventive, operational, and modification/betterment work/maintenance workrequestsSubmits requests for engineering services in support of system/facilitycompliance, operability, and reliability of high-voltage or electrical distributionsystems. Coordinates functional resources as necessary to ensure the timely andeffective completion of request work.Provides support for facility issues related to utility services.Develops and maintains control over operational diagrams, and data sheets orhigh-voltage or electrical distribution systems.Authorize all work/maintenance/operations package affecting high-voltage orelectrical distribution systems.Develops and/or validates system/facility alignment procedures and shutdownrequest in support of high-voltage or electrical distribution systems/facilitycompliance, operability, and reliability.Responsible for the National Electric Code (NEC), National Fire ProtectionAssociation (NFPA70 E), and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)requirements are met for utility operations.Responsible for developing and maintaining both long- and short-range plans forhigh-voltage or electrical distribution systems utility systems. Perform specialassignments and activities as directed by the Department/Section Manager.Responsible for obtaining and maintaining Subcontract Technical Representative (STR) qualifications for contracts for Utilities of the Electrical Distribution System.The employee's primary duty is the performance of office or non-manual work directly related to the management or general business operations of the Company, and such primary duty includes the exercise of discretion and independent judgment denoted as follows: examples include:Having the authority to formulate, affect, interpret, or implement management policies or operating practices.Carrying out major assignments related to the operation to the Company's business.Work that affects business operations of the Company to a major degree, and having the authority to commit the Company in matters having significant financial impact.Independent judgement and discretion involves the comparison and evaluation of possible courses of conduct and having the authority to make an independent choice, free from immediate direction with respect to matters of significanceMinimum Job RequirementsBachelor's degree: Minimum 4 years of relevant experience. Typical experience ranging from 7-10 years.OR Master's degree: Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.OR PhD.Applicants without a bachelor's degree may be considered based on a combination of 12 or more years of completed education and/or relevant experience.Department of Energy (DOE) Order 426.2A RequirementsNot applicable.Preferred Job RequirementsBachelor's degree in the Electrical Field 10-15 years relevant experience preferred OR Journeyman Electrician License with 12 years’ experienceKnowledge of High Voltage Electrical Distribution SystemSpecific knowledge of the safe and effective operations of Electrical Distribution Systems, medium voltage; knowledge of safety, environmental, and reliability requirements for the assigned system(s) or activities; knowledge of NEC, NFPA70 E, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)Ability to request corrective actions for corrective, preventive, operational, and modification/betterment work/maintenance work requests; ability to coordinate functional resources as necessary to ensure the timely and effective completion of requested work; ability to develop and maintain control over operational diagrams, and data sheets ability to develop and/or validate system/facility alignment procedures and shutdown requests in support of system/facility compliance, operability, and reliability; ability to plan, maintain, verify, and change system/equipment alignments; ability develop and maintain both long and short range plans for utility systems; and ability to prepare and execute complex lockout/tag-out plans.#JointheMission: Your Impact Starts HereAt Pantex, you won't just find a job—you’ll discover a career of purpose safeguarding national security through work performed nowhere else on Earth. We empower dedicated, innovative individuals like you to achieve their greatest impact surrounded by exceptional talent and limitless opportunities for professional growth.When you #JointheMission, you choose a lifetime career where your commitment is genuinely valued and rewarded. At Pantex, we believe that extraordinary talent thrives when supported by a balanced life. Discover the flexibility that empowers you to excel, coupled with a benefits package designed for your total peace of mind from comprehensive health coverage and robust retirement planning, to opportunities for continuous learning through education reimbursement.NotesThe minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired.If a range of Career Levels is posted, i.e., Senior Associate to Senior Specialist, internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level.Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.Position may require entry into Materials Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (HRP). If HRP is required, candidate must complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph, pursuant to 10 CFR 709. Medical requirements may apply.Pantex is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to random selection for drug testing without advance notification.Pantex is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability or veteran status.