System Performance Engineer (Butte or Missoula, MT)

System Performance Engineer

Number of Openings: 1

Work Location: Butte or Missoula, MT

Pay range: $61,400 to $132,100 per year

Employment Status: Regular Full-time

External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com

Internal candidates apply through iConnect.

About this position:

The System Performance Engineer is responsible for investigating transmission and distribution line operations. They will utilize technology to analyze data, perform field investigations, root cause analysis, evaluate the results of the program and monitor the performance of implemented solutions that are aimed at improving system performance to reduce operational risk.

We offer great benefits:

NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,500 amazing people and serve 764,200 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:

• 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
• Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
• Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
• Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
• Paid parental leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Paid training opportunities
• Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays

Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.

About this job:

• Utilize technology to investigate the T&D system
• Strong understanding of utility facilities including electric distribution and transmission
• Provide training and support as new products and systems are implemented
• Troubleshoot systems, analyze data, and evaluate results of applied solutions, technologies and programs
• Document, report, and make recommendations to develop long-term support for the increased use of technology in the T&D area
• Perform and coordinate field investigations, root cause analysis, and engineering evaluations
• Monitor progress and performance of the solutions that have been implemented
• Perform computer related functions such as engineering analysis, drawing, spreadsheets, database compilations, and programming
• Compile and write technical reports
• Collaborate and influence working relationship with all stakeholders
• Overnight travel inside and outside the service territory up to 40%
• Perform individual lifts and carry supplies up to 35 pounds
• All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
• Ensure actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives

Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:

• Must have a B.S. degree in Engineering
• Ability to obtain a Professional Engineer's License is preferred
• Utility operation and/or construction experience preferred
• Excellent computer skills and proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communications skills and good to excellent technical writing skills preferred
• Must possess strong interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
• Working knowledge of modeling software preferred
• First Aid/CPR Certification
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record

Requisition #4106

Posting Dates: December 12, 2023 through Open Until Filled

Department/Division: Asset Management

Employment Physical: Required

Drug Test: Required

Background Check: Required

Relocation Benefit: Negotiable

Telecommuting: Part-time Negotiable within NorthWestern Energy Service Territory following the completion of an in-office training period

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at job.inquiries@northwestern.com