This position is located at 200 Madison Street, Jefferson City, MO 65102
The Missouri Public Service Commission regulates investor-owned electric, natural gas, steam, water and sewer utilities in Missouri. We ensure that Missourians receive safe and reliable utility services at just, reasonable and affordable rates. The Engineering Analysis Department performs analysis and studies on electric service reliability, quality and safety; performs jurisdictional allocations; investigates adequate levels of capacity; performs fuel runs for use in electric rate cases; performs depreciation studies for use in electric, gas, water and sewer cases; participates and provides technical support in electric and gas cases; handles merger, transfer or sales of facilities cases, certificate cases and technical complaints; receives information, investigates and reports on electric incidents; collects and reviews electric operating statistics on a monthly basis; and monitors electric power transactions.
- Gain knowledge of the utility industry in areas such as depreciation, generation, transmission, distribution, services, construction, production and/or resource planning.
- Prepare testimony in PSC hearing on utility rates.
- Serve as an engineering technical resource in engineering areas such as electrical, gas or generation systems or in specific aspects of statistical or production cost modeling.
- Further enhance the ability to assist in formulating research strategies and selecting and applying the appropriate analytical methods or computer models to provide high quality information to decision makers.
- Obtain a high level of both verbal and written communication skills and the ability to explain and interpret the results of complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Position may require occasional in and out of state travel.
Minimum Qualifications: - A Bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited college or university in engineering or equivalent (May graduates are welcome to apply.) ;
- 0-4 years of progressive engineering experience, one year of experience in a regulatory, compliance, or utility environment preferred
- Successful completion of the Fundamental of Engineering (FE) examination is preferred
- Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Missouri required for a Professional Engineer position
- Experience with spreadsheets and word processing is essential
- Knowledge of depreciation software is preferred
- Other computer simulation and database experience is also preferred
- The ability to work well in a team environment is a must
- Strong analytical, writing and interpersonal skills and personal computer experience is required
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .