04/28/2007 13675

MINE SAFETY ELECTRICAL ENGINEER MANAGER

DEFINITION: This is professional supervisory electrical engineering work in the mine safety program.

The employee in this job supervises a staff of electrical engineers and electrical approval inspectors to ensure the safety of all electrical equipment and systems used in underground mining operations. Work involves directing the development of equipment performance specifications, the analysis and approval of all new systems and equipment proposed for use at underground mines, and the inspection of installed equipment to ensure compliance with underground mining laws and regulations. The employee in this job is professionally responsible for the engineering work performed by unlicensed subordinates. Work assignments are received with few or no technical instructions, and the employee independently resolves engineering problems and makes final technical decisions within the broad framework of program policies and guidelines and accepted engineering practices. Work is reviewed by a program manager for overall effectiveness, timeliness and the efficient use of agency resources.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: Directs the engineering aspects of the statewide underground mine electrical safety program.

Directs the review of complete underground mine electrical systems and electrical equipment, researches new technology, and reviews staff reports and recommendations for plan approval or disapproval.

Performs the full range of supervisory duties.

Serves as the responsible charge engineer for unlicensed staff.

The employee in this job may participate in the performance of subordinates’ work consistent with operational or organizational requirements.

Travels to various field sites.

Performs related work as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of electrical engineering principles and practices.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of electrical systems design, construction and testing.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of effective supervision.

Ability to prepare technical reports of field investigations.

Ability to perform computations and calculations involving electrical engineering.

Ability to analyze and present technical data in engineering reports.

Ability to read and interpret written material.

Ability to communicate effectively orally.

Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: Three years as an Electrical Engineer 2;

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One year as an Electrical Engineer Consultant;

                                                                                                                                                       or

Six years of professional electrical engineering experience.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.

Possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.