ISCO Specialization 2151.1.5 Power Distribution Engineer
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Power Distribution Engineer: Power distribution engineers design and operate facilities which distribute power from the distribution facility to the consumers. They research methods for the optimisation of power distribution, and ensure the consumers' needs are met. They also ensure compliance to safety regulations by monitoring the automated processes in plants and directing workflow.
Essential Skills
- Engineering Processes
- Ensure Compliance With Electricity Distribution Schedule
- Develop Electricity Distribution Schedule
- Identify Customer'S Needs
- Electrical Engineering
- Electrical Discharge
- Power Engineering
- Engineering Principles
- Inspect Overhead Power Lines
- Perform Scientific Research
- Inspect Underground Power Cables
- Supervise Electricity Distribution Operations
- Energy Market
- Manage Electricity Transmission System
- Use Technical Drawing Software
- Change Power Distribution Systems
- Electrical Power Safety Regulations
- Electricity Consumption
- Approve Engineering Design
- Energy
- Make Electrical Calculations
- Ensure Compliance With Safety Legislation
- Ensure Safety In Electrical Power Operations
- Ensure Compliance With Environmental Legislation
- Technical Drawings
- Assess Financial Viability
Optional Skills
- Electricity Market
- Design Electric Power Systems
- Maintain Electrical Equipment
- Wire Harnesses
- Adjust Engineering Designs
- Monitor Electric Generators
- Develop Strategies For Electricity Contingencies
- Troubleshoot
- Perform Project Management
- Respond To Electrical Power Contingencies
- Manage Workflow Processes
- Use Cad Software
- Transmission Towers
- Test Procedures In Electricity Transmission
- Adjust Voltage
- Inspect Facility Sites
Alternative Names
- Power Distributions Engineer
- Power Distribution Systems Engineer
- Power Distribution Technology Engineering Expert
- Power Distribution Technology Engineering Consultant
- Power Distribution Technology Engineering Adviser
- Power Distribution Technology Engineer
- Power Distribution Engineering Specialist
- Power Distribution Engineering Consultant
- Power Distribution System Engineer
- Power Distribution Engineering Adviser
- Power Distribution Technology Engineering Specialist
- Power Distribution Engineering Expert
