PG&E Corporation

Power Generation Field Design Engineer

PG&E Corporation$95K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience
  • Working knowledge of national specifications and engineering codes
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and CAD (MicroStation/AutoCAD)
  • Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics
  • Knowledge of hydroelectric power generation equipment is desirable
  • Must be physically capable of navigating challenging terrain and working remotely
  • Experience in FERC regulated facilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure adherence to Power Generation safety protocols and resolve unsafe situations
  • Conduct engineering work on design projects under supervision
  • Manage and correct engineering documentation at hydro facilities
  • Audit and update construction drawings and CAD files
  • Travel frequently (up to 75%) for onsite work at various generation facilities
  • Coordinate site visits with operations and engineering teams
  • Collaborate with various stakeholders to maintain accurate documentation
  • Prepare engineering designs and studies based on field inspections

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Impactful work supporting hydroelectric facilities
  • Engagement with multiple engineering and operations disciplines
  • Travel opportunities to diverse locations across the service territory
Full Job Description
Requisition ID # 174359

Job Category: Power Generation; Maintenance / Construction / Operations

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Business Unit: Energy Delivery

Work Type: Hybrid

Job Location: Auburn

Position Summary

The Field Document Management team is responsible for the maintenance of and updating physical documentation and engineering records at PG&Es Hydroelectric facilities, ensuring the information presented on them is kept up to date and correct. To fulfil these responsibilities Field Design Engineers on the team will work closely with and liaise with Operations and Engineering personnel, regularly travelling to facilities to issue and replace documentation, identify and implement changes and corrections to documents and support Operations, Project Management and Engineering as needed.

Field Design Engineers perform a full range of advanced duties under guidance of management and senior employees. Many assignments are at an advanced level of knowledge of design, construction, maintenance, or the operation of the Company's assets.

This is an ESC represented exempt classification currently subject to collective bargaining.

PG&E is providing the hourly rate that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This position is subject to collectively bargained hourly wage rates and increases. The starting wage rate for this position is $45.96 per hour. This wage rate is specific to the locality of the job. The wage rate is based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreements, and internal equity.

Job Responsibilities
  • Demonstrates full understanding of Power Generation safety programs and requirements; proactively identifies and resolves unsafe situations; models safe behavior through personal actions and design efforts; holds self and others accountable for safety; and actively contributes to Power Generation safety initiatives.
  • Under supervision and with latitude for independent action or decision, performs responsible engineering work on a professional level in design of engineering jobs, projects, or parts thereof.
  • Responsible for engineering record management, correction of documentation and verifying conditions/equipment at facilities within their respective watersheds.
  • Tracks, keeps record of and audits engineering and construction drawings, documents and CAD files. Ensure documents are updated in a timely manner to accurately reflect As-Found and As-Built conditions in accordance with established processes.
  • Regular travel (up to 75%), which may require staying overnight, and performs work onsite at various generation facilities across the PG&E service territory. Must be comfortable travelling in remote areas.
  • Scheduling and coordinating site visits with operations and maintenance/engineering prior to joint or independent work conducted at PG&E facilities.
  • Coordinates with engineers, project management, contractors, operations and maintenance and various other Company stakeholders to ensure correct documentation is present at facilities.
  • Supports Engineering requests for information related to physical and electronic records at hydroelectric facilities.
  • Prepares designs, calculations, drawings, layouts and/or studies from field inspections, preliminary sketches, rough diagrams, specifications, engineering analysis and/or instructions requiring knowledge of engineering practices and shop and field procedures.


  • Checks drawings, designs, or other work.


  • As requested by their supervisor or assigned Sr. Design Engineer/Project Engineer, coordinates and directs the work of employees in lower classifications and provides guidance for training, orientation, or familiarization purposes to associates engaged in allied work


Qualifications

Minimum:
  • A Bachelor's degree in the appropriate field of engineering from a recognized college or its equivalent in education and experience (Such experience may include two or more years in drafting and at a level equivalent to that of a Design Drafter)
  • Must have a working knowledge of material and equipment including commonly used national specifications and standards, building, or other appropriate codes and fundamental engineering principles and techniques

Desired:
  • BS in Engineering Degree is preferred
  • Ability to read Electrical Drawings and Schematics
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products
  • Proficiency using MicroStation and/or AutoCAD
  • Knowledge of hydroelectric power generation equipment, operations and maintenance processes
  • Should be able to walk up to 1 mile on uneven terrain, regularly climb/descend stairs and perform work in potentially physically demanding and environmentally challenging conditions
  • Comfortable with lone work in remote areas
  • Experience working in FERC regulated facilities


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26,000 employees
Market Cap
$40.4 billion
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Net Income
-$1.3 billion
Founded
1905
Revenue
$18.4 billion
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