Distribution Engineer - Greater Kansas City Area

Description

• Provide quality reviews of work prepared by others and adhere to the QA/QC process
• Visually identify, inspect, and record equipment and different construction situations in the field, including rights-of-way
• Frequently communicates with Client(s) on engineering design to best determine the most cost-effective solution for their project
• Apply National Electric Safety Code (NESC) Standards, Client Standards, Federal, State or Local Municipal Guidelines, and/or other applicable guidelines to complete engineering designs (Pole Replacements, Communication Space Rearrangements, Joint-Use Design) for possible joint-use or make-ready construction
• Transcribe notes, use measuring devices to identify, inspect, and record the data which is found in an organized manner
• Work with Designers and Engineers to prepare new drawings, modify existing drawings, or create as-built documents
• Assist in the preparation of proposals, engineering/project cost estimates, and execution schedules
• Assist with distribution line design 2.4kV - 34kV
• Prepare calculations and assist with equipment specifications
• Regularly utilizes Client proprietary software packages or equipment to complete daily responsibilities in the engineering design workflow process, may include facilitating new attachment permitting process
• Accountable for work assigned and responsible for completing work on project schedule and within project budget while regularly communicating status with management team
• Will be required to attend meetings at clients’ sites and regularly interact with the general public, including landowners and operators
• Prepare and develop distribution voltage construction packages for both overhead and underground projects, including distribution equipment installation, feeder replacement, cable replacement, and pole replacements as part of an infrastructure improvement program
• Evaluate loading of various equipment components being installed such as transformers and structural loading of poles to ensure a cost-effective, safe and reliable design utilizing client specifications.
• Provide technical support for customers and support regional business development initiatives
• Provides timely and detailed documentation and support to Orbital accounting functions for ensuring projects are on budget and appropriately accounted

Requirements

• Ability to prioritize work on multiple projects and effectively communicate project status
• Familiar with Design and Checking practices for engineering drawings and deliverables
• Working knowledge of electrical distribution assets and/or communication equipment construction
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings/schematics
• As needed, must be able to work in all weather conditions and in residential, commercial, and industrial areas
• Must have dependable transportation and a valid driver’s license with insurance
• Must be able to pass a fit for duty test
• This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.
• Bachelor's degree from a four-year ABET accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering; preferably electrical
• Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance to the Greater Kansas City area
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Experience or basic knowledge of concepts in the electric utility industry, including primary and secondary distribution systems, & utility standards
• Successful completion of the Engineer in Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam from a state licensing board
• Reasoning skills and ability to solve practical problems
• Have or willing to obtain a Professional Engineer (PE) license from a state licensing board
• Computer proficiency including general Microsoft Office products, distribution design, GIS, and business enterprise software
• Ability to analyze field collected data (including imagery) and accurately update applicable software packages for successful design implementation
• Experience in pole loading (Spida Calc, O-Calc, Pole Foreman, or Katapult) or other construction modeling software (AutoCAD) is beneficial
• Must be willing to travel overnight or for extended periods of time, based on project assignment
• Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles
• Familiar with Safe Work Practices and PPE applications
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of industry utility or joint-use software (SPANS, NJUNS, IkeGPS) for make-ready engineering and construction is beneficial
• Ability to work from home and an office setting, as required

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance