Stephen Tam, P.E. Email & Phone Number

Las Vegas, Nv, Us

• To provide complex real-time distribution operations engineering support for the real-time control operations of NV Energys distribution systems.• Perform real-time technical analysis of the electric distribution system to ensure adequate loading and voltage levels during normal and abnormal system conditions.• Conducts assessment of the distribution network that result in recommendations for distribution configuration adjustments, regulator and capacitor bank placements and setting… Show more • To provide complex real-time distribution operations engineering support for the real-time control operations of NV Energys distribution systems.• Perform real-time technical analysis of the electric distribution system to ensure adequate loading and voltage levels during normal and abnormal system conditions.• Conducts assessment of the distribution network that result in recommendations for distribution configuration adjustments, regulator and capacitor bank placements and setting changes, and feeder balancing in order to mitigate feeder and substation loading problems.• Analyzes distribution system interruptions and recommends solutions (equipment, procedures or process improvements) to reduce or eliminate similar occurrences.• Provide engineering and technical support such as distribution engineering calculations, studies, equipment specifications, equipment settings and recommendations that are required to meet the needs of the electric distribution system.• Develops procedures and practices to be used by System Operators in the operation of the electric distribution system.• Provides technical support to System Operators and field personnel during system emergencies.• Provides recloser, fuse and interrupter configurations and settings. Show less

• Support the NV Energize project to install 1.45 million smart meter end points and associated systems within the NV Energy territory. Duties include functions in the technical development, deployment and troubleshooting aspects of the project. Perform functional testing of meter end points for compliance of the company SOW. Perform review of relevant ANSI testing reports on metering end points used for the project. Conducted headquarter and factory audits of meter manufacturers. Perform root… Show more • Support the NV Energize project to install 1.45 million smart meter end points and associated systems within the NV Energy territory. Duties include functions in the technical development, deployment and troubleshooting aspects of the project. Perform functional testing of meter end points for compliance of the company SOW. Perform review of relevant ANSI testing reports on metering end points used for the project. Conducted headquarter and factory audits of meter manufacturers. Perform root cause analysis on meter failures and assisted meter manufacturer in developing solutions to issues found. Manage sample testing of meter inventory received by the manufacturer to ensure product quality. Perform testing of all meter hardware and firmware prior to deployment in production environment.• Review customer service entrance equipment installations for compliance with NV Energy standards, current accepted best practices, safety, regulatory (PUCN, OSHA), code (NEC, NESC, NFPA), nationally recognized consensus standards and other technical/business process justifications.• Support departmental research in regulatory issues and Public Utility Commission data request. • Serve as the technical, regulatory and standards liaison for all new construction and maintenance metering activities on NET metering (Renewable Energy) projects. • Perform engineering activities related to meter installation, repair, ongoing maintenance programs, engineering technical standards, and reliability standards.• Research, formulate, and implement technologies and processes that provide cost savings and improve productivity, measurement accuracy, and customer satisfaction.• Act as the liaison from NV Energy to the Electric Utility Service Equipment Requirements Committee.• Provide engineering and technical support to field personnel and other departments. Show less

Las Vegas, Nevada Area

• Conducted technical analysis to determine cost-effective solutions to a wide variety of electric construction and design problems, and equipment failures.• Researched, developed, and updated electric underground and overhead construction, material, and design standards and work methods. • Investigated new technology, materials, and work methods to incorporate into existing standards or develop new ones. • Developed and maintains a good working relationship with internal customers,… Show more • Conducted technical analysis to determine cost-effective solutions to a wide variety of electric construction and design problems, and equipment failures.• Researched, developed, and updated electric underground and overhead construction, material, and design standards and work methods. • Investigated new technology, materials, and work methods to incorporate into existing standards or develop new ones. • Developed and maintains a good working relationship with internal customers, vendors and suppliers.• Continued work to complete the Capacitor Control Automation project. Duties and responsibility increased to include conducting budgetary analysis for project and lead in the implementation of the central control system. Resolved any technical and construction challenges to ensure completion of project by the end the budget year. Show less

Las Vegas, Nevada Area

• Provided distribution engineering planning services and technical support for the cost-effective expansion of the distribution system, while maintaining and enhancing distribution system service reliability level and customer service within the southwest area of Las Vegas.• Conducted engineering analysis to determine the distribution system construction requirements for new, small commercial, industrial, and residential distribution load additions in a timely and cost-effective manner in… Show more • Provided distribution engineering planning services and technical support for the cost-effective expansion of the distribution system, while maintaining and enhancing distribution system service reliability level and customer service within the southwest area of Las Vegas.• Conducted engineering analysis to determine the distribution system construction requirements for new, small commercial, industrial, and residential distribution load additions in a timely and cost-effective manner in accordance with established distribution plans.• Conducted engineering analysis to determine the need for, location, timing, and scope of distribution system expansions and additions to existing distribution facilities for a 3-year period, and coordinate with other departments as necessary in the planning, design, routing, and construction processes.• Provided distribution facility load forecasts for a 3-year period.• Provided fault and motor start calculations as needed.• Provided engineering and technical support to District personnel and other departments.• Responsible for supporting the implementation of Capacitor Control Automation project. Duties included testing of prototype controllers and work with technical personnel from various vendors to resolve issues found. Coordinate with various departments in the company for the installation of the capacitor controllers. Give feedback to staff engineer in charge to aid in vendor selection process. Show less