Position Description
Responsible for the design, planning, implementation, and administration of the Unisource Transmission and Distribution Telecommunications system and network infrastructure for Unisource's substation LAN/WAN. Create engineered designs and documentation for new and existing communications facilities and infrastructure for substation projects and other company wide telecommunication application needs. The creation and administration of Ethernet and other networks for multiple Wide Area Networks. Perform engineering studies and evaluate alternative designs or processes related to communication equipment and networks. Specify material and estimate time and material costs required for assigned projects and assist in the evaluation of suppliers and products. Act as a project engineer/manager for communications projects as well as train less experienced personnel.
Position-Related Responsibilities
- Design network and telecommunications solutions for Unisource and its subsidiaries with an emphasis on integration between companies and flexible solutions that are cost-effective and scalable for effective control, monitoring, protection and maintenance of electrical generation, high voltage transmission, and distribution systems. As well as provide Corporate Voice and Data Transport Communications Systems.
- Wide range of communications knowledge as well as computer networking experience required to manage networks and intelligent electronic devices utilizing different telecommunications equipment. Specific knowledge about Ethernet networks and basic Wide Area Network (WAN) skills to compliment a traditional telecommunications knowledgebase.
- The networks are built utilizing Ethernet networks and multiple telecommunication options utilizing microwave, fiber optics and licensed radio equipment.
- Document physical and logical maps of the infrastructure as well as define and follow standards and procedures in relation to the network and its devices.
- Ensure security is maintained on the network and software patches are applied appropriately.
- Ensure change control processes are followed and service levels affected by those changes, are maintained.
- Evaluate vendor products and services to insure a long term hardware and software platform for the network utilizing industry standards and equipment.
- Measures performance of the network and telecommunications equipment and takes appropriate actions to ensure that performance.
- Assist in selection and assignment of department objectives.
- Assist in departmental or interdepartmental training to assure proper operation and/or maintenance of equipment. Provide technical assistance to the Electronics Construction & Maintenance Section.
- Assist in divisional O & M and Capital Budget preparation and adherence.
- Internal and external representation of section responsibilities, requirements, methods and procedures.
- Initiate job tasks (work orders) and track expenditures as may be required to complete Capital Budget project assignments.
- Lead formal and informal meetings concerning assigned projects and is able to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel both in the office and field crews.
- Interfaces with other Engineering, Operations, and IT sections for any communications matters.
- Develop and provide detailed design specifications for bidding and purchase requirements.
- Evaluate and recommend equipment and/or components available to meet project requirements or improve existing installations in a way which optimizes cost and reliability.
- This position may provide services to affiliates of the Company subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and the related Policies and Procedures.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
(Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.)
Level I
Description:
- Will have primary responsibility for small modification or revision projects.
- Will assist more experienced personnel in large projects.
- Will assist in the review and revision of material and design standards.
- Requires close supervision and detailed instruction for tasks and expected results.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Effective written and oral communication skills are required plus a willingness to learn in a rapidly changing environment.
- Enterprise networking aptitude is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, Management Information Systems, Computer Science or related discipline is preferred.
- Two or more years of professional experience in Engineering or IT related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
UNS Energy Corporation
88 E. Broadway
Tucson
Arizona États-Unis
www.uns.com
