EPRI’s Asset Analytics research focuses on leveraging data science and knowledge of T&S asset performance data (e.g. historical inspection, maintenance, testing, loading etc.) to perform analysis to better understand asset performance (e.g. power transformer rating calculation, classifying descriptive substation equipment work orders into specific codes – e.g. SF6 leaks, slow breakers, mechanism problems, analysis of historical maintenance (work management) data etc.) to address utility challenges. In this position the qualified candidate will support technical staff by applying skills asset performance analysis.

• Performs advanced engineering/scientific analysis with minimal direction and supervision. Beginning to demonstrate creativity and ingenuity in providing technical solutions. Works directly with EPRI staff and high interaction with members and industry.
• Conducts technical searches and analyzes information in support of the project team.
• Conducts independent research and begins to manage small, less complex projects
• Provides technical advice and counsel to other professionals within EPRI.
• Assists Project/Program managers in assessing customer needs, formulating technical approaches, preparing proposals, technical publications/papers, and making presentations.
• Reviews progress and evaluates results. Makes changes in methods, design or equipment where necessary.
• Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field or equivalent experience required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• 4-5 years of engineering experience or comparable work/educational experience required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Required some supervision and guidance to recognize strategic issues and build collaborative projects
• Responsible for the success of individual projects
• Works closely with contractors or staff to complete project research
• May participate in multiple projects
• Individual contributor
• May present research results to advisors or technical staff/members
• Starting to develop technical depth in 1-2 areas
• Focus on projects within a program