PUBLIC SERVICE ENGINEER III

The is one of two positions that is available for a Public Service Engineer III at the Maryland Public Service Commission and specializes in Distribution Systems.

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William Donald Schaefer Tower

6 St. Paul Street

Baltimore, Maryland 21202-6806

The main purpose of the position is to monitor and review the safety and reliability performance of electric utility distribution systems operating in the State of Maryland.

Assessing reliability reports and performance improvement plans and inspecting utility records, procedures and electric facilities, when necessary; 

Conducting risk assessments, developing reliability metrics and recommending proposed rulemakings to improve utility performance and assure utility accountability;

Investigation of consumer complaints against electric distribution companies;

Handling reports of accidents submitted by electric utilities;

Preparation of testimony;

Supporting state-wide emergency response efforts related to the energy and utilities;

Resolving deficiencies identified during inspections;

Perform other duties as assigned. 

*Good communication skills are required, both oral and written.

Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Two years of engineering experience conducting inspections, tests, investigations and evaluations of physical facilities used by public utility companies in the production and distribution of products and services.

Notes:

1. Professional engineering experience may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education.

2. Professional engineering experience may be substituted at the rate of two years for each one year of the required experience as defined above.

3. Possession of a Master's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience.

4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Engineering classifications or Engineering specialty codes in the Environmental field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

An Electrical Engineering degree and five years of engineering experience in electric utility distribution system analysis, inspection, design, construction, maintenance and/or operations and the review of associated reliability and/or safety performance.

Established networking within the industry to capably represent the agency in industry and inter-agency technical and regulatory working groups.  A proven track record in working with regulatory attorneys and economists and experience in delivering expert testimony is a plus.

A professional engineering license is also preferred.

Applicants’ résumés/applications must demonstrate:

1) That their education and experience would contribute to meeting position requirements, duties and attributes; and

2) Measurable accomplishments.  

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle.  Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated for this position.  Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this position.

You will be placed on the employment eligibility list for one year.

For education obtained outside the U.S. you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service.  As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, applicants should be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing their identity, U. S. citizenship or alien status, and their authorization to work in the United States.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.  Therefore, include a copy of your college degree or transcript and Foreign Degree Evaluation Report with your application, if applicable.  This office, with your written consent, will verify your prior applicable work experience.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS  

It is STRONGLY preferred that you apply online; however, if you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via mail, fax, or deliver in person.  Please include your name, and recruitment number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.

Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application.  

Application inquiries can be directed to the information listed below or you may call 410-767-3623.  Fax number is 410-333-1263.  TTY users call Maryland Relay Service. 

Our mailing address is: Maryland Public Service Commission, Cindy Mann, Secretary, Personnel Division, 6 St. Paul Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202-6806.

“We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.”

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.