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Primary Purpose: Subject Matter Expert (SME) for overhead and underground fuses a designated piece of equipment and maintains/updates equipment specifications, standards, standard practices and Design Manual as needed. Responsible for engineering support to internal and external business units relating to the electric distribution system. Works on more complex projects than a lower level engineer.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Subject Mater Expert for a designated Piece of Equipment/s, including Equipment Failures (EFR) and supports the Quality Deficiency Reports (QDR).
• Provide technical expertise and direction to designers, planners, analysts and field personnel. Evaluate deviation requests to assure safety and compliance with SDGEs work practices. May include the assessment of alternative methods, assessment of outside support requirements, and review of Company, City, State, and Regulatory Agency Codes.
• Regularly attends Electric Regional Operations safety Meetings.
• Conduct equipment, safety and reliability related incident investigations, including Root Cause. Provides direction to contractors, consultants, company engineers, technical specialists, and project teams.
• Develop Company standards, specifications and procedures governing selection, design, application and operation of materials, components and systems which meet Company needs on a long-term basis and with optimum economic considerations.
• Interpret state and federal codes, industry standards and Company specifications for distribution system equipment. Participate in, and provide technical input to, review of proposed changes in regulatory requirements affecting codes and standards. Recommend modifications to Company policy and procedures that reflect regulatory changes.
• Stay abreast of the latest changes, trends, and technological advancements in the industry through attendance at conferences and seminars, continuing education, literature, etc. Maintain familiarity with Company operations to effectively support client requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).

Hybrid Schedule:

• Although the schedule may vary, typically this will allow the employee to work onsite three days per week and remotely on the remaining workdays.
• Must reside in Southern California or be willing to relocate upon hire.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program. or an Advanced degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• 3.5 years - Increasingly challenging engineering experience.
• Must have intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Must have good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certification. Required
• If qualified for a Senior Engineering a Professional Engineer (PE) certification in addition to five (5) years of engineering experience Required

*May be filled at a higher level based on qualifications and experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

Note: SDG&E strives to ensure that employees are paid equitably and competitively. Starting salaries may vary based on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, and education.

SDG&E offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond base salary. This position is eligible for an annual performance-based incentive (bonus) as well as other merit-based recognition. Company benefits include health and welfare (medical, dental, vision), employer contributions to retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, as well as other company offerings such as tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs.