System Engineer

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Job Description
System Engineer | $80,000–$120,000 DOE | Monday–Friday, Flex Schedule | Direct Hire
What Matters Most
  • Competitive salary of $80,000–$120,000 DOE
  • Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 9-hour days; Friday 8 hours; every other Friday off (26 Fridays per year)
  • Fantastic Benefits – Employer Paid + Pension + 401K
  • Location: Southwest Nebraska (near McCook)
  • Direct Hire opportunity with career growth and stability
Job Description
We are seeking a technically strong and motivated System Engineer to join a well-respected Nebraska based public power district focused solely on electric distribution. This role offers the opportunity to learn from a deeply experienced retiring engineer while building expertise across substations, voltage regulation, SCADA, metering, and load analysis. Ideal for a degreed electrical engineer with utility experience, you will play a key role in ensuring system reliability for a rural service area with heavy irrigation and oilfield loads.
Responsibilities:
  • Conduct engineering system analysis including load flow, voltage drops, and modeling using Milsoft and WindMil
  • Oversee substation loading, transformer, and voltage regulator performance
  • Manage and enhance GIS, SCADA, and metering systems; collaborate with subcontractors as needed
  • Support Work Plan and ArcFlash studies; report to Board of Directors monthly
  • Assist with design, monitoring, and upgrade of RF metering systems, 2-way radio communications, and SCADA
Qualifications and Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering highly preferred
  • 5+ years of electric utility or distribution engineering experience
  • PE license or ability to pursue PE is ideal
  • Strong knowledge of substation operations, voltage regulation, and engineering software
  • Valid Nebraska driver's license; relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
Benefits and Perks:
  • Salary: $80,000–$120,000 DOE
  • 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and HRA
  • Employer-paid pension plan + 401(k) with 3% base salary contribution
  • Paid holidays, vacation (based on years of service), and 4 hours/month sick time accrual Company vehicle provided for work travel
Your New Organization:
Join a small, community-focused public power district serving a five-county rural area with roughly 6,200 meters, strong irrigation demand, and a shrinking oilfield load. The organization is known for stability, a supportive team culture, and a deep-rooted commitment to service. You will be part of a 30-person workforce across two locations, working closely with the General Manager and operations team to ensure long-term reliability and system efficiency.
Your Career Partner:
The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.
The base salary range for this position is $80,000–$120,000, excluding bonuses or other compensation. Your final salary will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location, and internal pay equity. Please note, hiring at the top of the range is uncommon to allow room for future salary growth.
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Sterling
Category:
Technology

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