Job Details

Salary: $68,400.00 - $121,100.00 Annually
Location : 4505 Middlebrook Pike Knoxville, TN
Job Type: Full-Time/Regular
Job Number: 01016
Department: Electric Systems Engineering
Opening Date: 10/24/2025
Closing Date: 11/21/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Classification: Engineer

Work Hours: 40+ hours / week; stand-by; after hours / weekends

About KUB: KUB is one of the largest public utilities in the country providing safe, reliable, and affordable electric, gas, water, wastewater, and fiber services to more than 501,000 customers in Knoxville and parts of seven surrounding counties. We are looking for employees who want to be a part of a mission driven organization with strong values that support a skilled, diverse, and inclusive workforce.
About the Role: Responsible for directly supporting KUB's plans to modernize the design and operation of the electric distribution system. Provide direction and planning for various programs within Grid Modernization with a focus on leading our distribution automation deployment. Responsible for all phases of project implementation. Support planning and implementation of current and future grid modernization programs, including but not limited to Fault Location, Isolation, Service Restoration (FLISR), Volt-Var Optimization (VVO) and Distribution Management System (DMS), including control and integration of inverter-based distribution assets; planning and forecasting tools (CYME); and analysis and visualization of archival and real-time power system data. Investigate new and emerging technologies in the industry and assess the relevance and benefit to KUB's grid modernization strategy. This role will provide technical guidance, project management, and grid modernization insight and planning. Works closely with Operations staff and/or external customers primarily in support of operations and project activity. Receive training to perform storm response duties with other department members.

Qualifications
Physical Requirements:

Works primarily in an office setting, but field visits and field activities may be required. These field visits may include: emergency response activities and support beyond normal business hours, heavy lifting or strenuous work and mobility over rough terrain. Requires bending, stooping, lifting, and working in awkward and strenuous positions at times. Occasionally requires above normal mental and visual alertness. Physical demands for a specific position within this classification may vary and/or exceed those demands described above.
Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited four-year college or university
• Advanced analytical and project management skills
• Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal, and team skills
• Ability to work independently on multiple projects in a timely manner
• Ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels in the organization in a team environment
• Experience in substation design, protection and controls with various digital and electro-mechanical relays
• Valid driver's license

Please note that KUB does not provide immigration sponsorship for and/or based on this position.
Preferred Requirements:

• Professional Engineer license in State of Tennessee or ability to obtain Professional Engineer license in the State of Tennessee through comity
• Three (3+) or more years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably with an electric utility
• Experience with Microstation, AutoCAD, Cyme, ArcGIS, and/or ArcMap
• Thorough understanding of power system engineering concepts such as power flow, voltage regulation, power factor and technical losses, device coordination during normal and alternate system configurations
• Understanding of existing and cutting-edge electric distribution technology and operations

Selection Process
About the Selection Process:

Phase 1 - Apply online

Phase 2 - Experience, training, and education evaluation

Phase 3 - Interview with department representatives

Phase 4 - Written, performance, and behavioral exercises

Phase 5 - Background Investigation

Phase 6 - Physical assessment and/or drug screen*

* KUB is part of the Tennessee Drug Free Workplace Program
If special accommodations are needed at any phase of the selection process, please notify Human Resources in advance.
Knoxville Utilities Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer

• Generous health benefits with low premiums and deductibles
• Benefits start day 1
• Competitive 401(k) contribution and match
• PTO available for use after your first payday
• 11 paid holidays
• Free financial advising
• Educational assistance & professional development opportunities
• Employee physical & mental wellness programs

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• Yes; I have attached my resume to my application.
• No; I'm not attaching a resume to my application.

02

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03

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Professional degree
• Doctorate degree

04

Describe your reasons for leaving your jobs within the past seven years.
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Have you Interviewed with KUB in the past? If so, for what position?
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