Energy - Engineer-in-Training

Duties, Responsibilities & Other Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and preparation of construction drawings for various utility projects including natural gas, power, transmission, distribution, substation, clean generation and energy storage projects.
• Work closely under the supervision of a Professional Engineer, contributing to engineering calculations, drafting, and coordination of multiple engineering disciplines.
• Perform engineering calculations, interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Work with multiple engineering disciplines and perform drafting/CADD work.
• Conduct site visits to gather data, including measurements, sketches, notes, and photographs, as needed.
• Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for review and approval.
• Review and approve shop drawings and ensure they meet project requirements.
• Read and interpret technical documents necessary for job performance.
• Consult and coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants as required to ensure project success.
• Attend bi-weekly (or more frequent, as necessary) meetings with the project team to discuss project progress and tasks.
• Ensure that all projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements and operate within specified budget parameters.
• Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting project scope.

Key Technical Skills

• Fundamental understanding of electrical engineering principles, including circuits, power systems, and basic electronics.
• Basic knowledge of power generation, transmission, and distribution systems, including renewable and clean energy technologies.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Understanding of field conditions and how they translate into engineering design requirements.
• Exposure to analytical or modeling tools such as MATLAB or similar engineering software.
• Willingness and aptitude to learn utility-specific engineering software (e.g., ETAP, EasyPower, PLS-CADD, MicroStation).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar drafting/CADD tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel for technical documentation and data analysis.

Engineering Practice & Project Support

• Support preparation of construction drawings, markups/redlines, and engineering documentation.
• Assist with electrical engineering analysis related to power generation, transmission, and substation infrastructure projects.
• Support engineering activities related to power system analysis, including short-circuit studies, load flow analysis, grounding studies, and protection coordination under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Support coordination between electrical, civil, structural, and environmental disciplines to advance project design.
• Participate in engineering evaluations related to interconnection of generation resources, energy storage systems, and large electrical loads.
• Participate in engineering evaluations related to interconnection of generation resources, energy storage systems, and large electrical loads.
• Strong attention to detail when preparing technical deliverables and calculations.
• Experience working with multiple engineering and collaboration tools in an academic or project-based environment.
• Support project teams in maintaining engineering documentation, design updates, and technical deliverables throughout project development.

Professional & Collaboration Skills

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and coordination.
• Willingness to learn from senior engineers and apply technical guidance and feedback.
• Interest in power delivery, grid infrastructure, and emerging clean energy technologies.
• Progress toward or interest in obtaining Engineer-in-Training (EIT) / Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification.