Transmission Engineer I-IV

Summary

This requisition expires on March 20, 2026, but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date.

Responsible for detailed analysis, plans, studies, and documentation in support of planning and designing for the Denton Municipal Electric (DME) electric system expansion, modification, operations, and maintenance to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective delivery of electric power.

Essential Functions and Other Important Duties

Essential Functions:

• Identify areas of system and business needs, propose practical solution, and assist with implementation of project plans and business decisions.
• Prepare designs for extensions and modifications to the electrical system to include detailed analyses and structural and electrical calculations where Design requirements will be in distribution line, system protection and equipment control.
• Complete research for and develop overhead and underground line construction standards and practices including data and calculation on strengths and electrical performance (Power Quality & Reliability – PQ&R). Prepare and maintain documentation for approved construction, electric service, and PQ&R standards.
• Prepare detailed analysis, plans, studies, and other documentation in support of planning and design for expansion, modification and maintenance of the electrical system.
• Prepare and maintain databases for transmission and distribution analytical software. Use the software for analyses to evaluate the performance of system components, to identify and validate projects for resolution of deficiencies, and to plan for future needs.
• Identify and provide justifications for projects for inclusion in the capital improvement Participate in the preparation and administration of the department’s budget and implementation of the work plan.
• Develop written documentation and reports for such items as design; specifications, customer plan review, electrical reviews for Development Review Committee items equipment selections; standards and procedures, agenda items for the Public Utilities Board, Planning & Zoning Commission, and City Council; planning studies; special reports; project proposals; or any other area of department responsibility.
• Perform project management for capital improvement projects.
• Research technical advancements and disseminate information as appropriate.
• Insure compliance with federal, state, and local electrical, safety, and regulatory codes.
• Attend and represent Denton Municipal Electric at customer and contractor meetings.
• Assist as required with surveying and staking activities.
• Prepare documentation, reviews, reconciliation, and any other information to support the accounting processes required of the Electric Engineering Department.
• Maintain effective interdepartmental and interdivisional working relationships.
• Utilize teamwork concepts and maintain a demeanor that promotes positive and effective relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance.

Additional Duties:

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Assist with electric system This could require working extended periods, including weekends and holidays.

Preferences:

• Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• Experience working for or with municipal electric utilities is preferred.
• Experience in electrical power system modeling, methods, and software.
• Experience with transmission and/or distribution system modeling, methods, and
• Proven ability to respond quickly, effectively, and professionally in difficult situations.
• Experience in project/consultant management, project review, and capital planning.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must have and maintain a valid Class “C” Driver’s License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class “C” driver’s license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law)
• Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check.
• Must be able to work overtime when requested.

EEO STATEMENT

The City of Denton is an equal opportunity employer. It is the City of Denton’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity.

ADA/EOE/ADE

This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.