Job Type
Full-time
Description
The Senior Distribution Engineer is primarily responsible for the cost-effective conceptual and engineering solutions to upgrade, expand, maintain, and automate overhead and underground power distribution systems for our clients using various software systems and engineering/construction standards. The Senior Distribution Engineer ensures compliance with client procedures, design standards, state and federal regulatory requirements and safety code requirements. The Senior Distribution Engineer will act as a mentor to less experienced engineers on their team and, at times, will work closely with engineers performing substation, transmission, renewable energy, power storage, and communication design.
Requirements
Job Duties:- Assist Lead Engineer in managing large-scale engineering projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Assist Lead Engineer in overseeing project timelines ensuring successful delivery.
- Design and implement innovative engineering solutions for complex designs utilizing advanced methodologies.
- Provide accurate peer reviews on engineering/design drawings created by engineers.
- Serve as a technical authority and subject matter expert in specific engineering domains.
- Mentor and coach mid-level engineers fostering their professional growth and development.
- Conduct training sessions and workshops to enhance team skills and knowledge.
- Identify, analyze, and resolve complex engineering challenges.
- Ensure all engineering work complies with industry safety/design standards and best practices.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to align engineering efforts with business objectives.
- Communicate project status, risks, and technical insights effectively to stakeholders at all levels.
- Participate in professional organizations, conferences, and training to enhance knowledge and network.
- Willingness to travel to project sites, as necessary, to gather data and interface with clients.
- Perform all aspects of designing OH/UG distribution line projects. (line routing, finite element analysis, hardware/conductor selection, technical support during construction, One-Calls, DOT and municipality permitting, right-of-way requests, electrical one-line diagrams)
- Develop an understanding of each deliverable necessary for the project at hand. Including, but not limited to, plan & profiles, structure load analysis, structure framing, bill of materials and design drawings.
- Maintain great relationships with our existing clients and seek out opportunities with potential future clients.
Skills and Qualifications:- 5-10 years of relevant experience as a Power Distribution Line Engineer in consulting or utility environment.
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Civil/Structural, Mechanical or Multi-Disciplinary Engineering from an ABET- accredited engineering program.
OR - 4-10 years of relevant experience as a Power Distribution Line Engineer in consulting or utility environment.
- Master's Degree in Electrical, Civil/Structural, Mechanical or Multi-Disciplinary Engineering from an ABET- accredited engineering program.
- Professional disposition and the ability to be open-minded when it comes to planning and execution of assigned projects.
- Must be able to effectively manage a significant number of projects and mentor less experienced engineers while maintaining work product quality, consistency, accuracy, and reliability.
- Advanced knowledge of overhead and/or underground Distribution facilities and understanding of its integration into daily activities.
- Experience with NESC, ASCE and IEEE standards
- Proficiency in MS Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Project)
For Preferred Consideration (Not Required):
- An active EIT Certificate in the US is strongly preferred.
- P.E. License
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, PLS-CADD, PoleForeman, PolyWater Pull-Planner, O-Calc, SPIDAcalc, GIS, IKE
