Engineer

About the role

Engineers will be provided an opportunity to expand their technical knowledge of the distribution system. They will assist and/or lead project teams to create high‑quality designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments on a variety of projects including electrical distribution, transmission, and substation design. Engineers will apply calculations to various project challenges to develop complete and competent designs, compile design packages for construction, perform quality reviews of project deliverables, network with clients, and maintain client relationships. The role works closely with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting electrical plans according to budget constraints, design factors, and client needs.

Responsibilities

• Use CAD‑related software to meet client requirements.
• Assume the lead project engineer role, interface with clients, and build effective relationships with current and future customers.
• Apply electrical engineering and utility design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the utility industry.
• Work independently while training and coaching less‑experienced engineers.
• Collaborate with designers to interpret client requirements.
• Assist in electrical design from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Research information and compile data for client presentations, shop drawings, and contract administration for distribution, transmission, and substation facilities.
• Prepare cost‑effective project packages, equipment specifications, data sheets, and Requests for Qualifications using sound engineering practices.
• Effectively manage projects while maintaining quality, consistency, accuracy, and reliability.
• Provide feedback, revise drawings, adhere to QA/QC processes, and verify corrections across multiple CAD platforms.
• Apply analysis to identify optimal technical solutions and ensure compliance with codes, standards, company policies, and site safety procedures.
• Support internal change initiatives to increase organizational effectiveness.

Desired Skills

• Engineering degree from an ABET‑accredited university.
• Knowledge of standard engineering techniques, electrical equipment design, ANSI and IEEE standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Methodical, analytical problem‑solving ability and strong critical‑thinking skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; basic skills in AutoCAD, MicroStation, 2D/3D rendering, and other analysis programs.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem‑solving.
• Excellent time and project management capabilities to meet deadlines.
• Self‑motivated and inquisitive nature.

Qualifications

• Associate Engineer – eligible to work in the United States; Bachelor of Science in engineering required; 0‑2 years of experience; able to work with moderate supervision; mentor designers on electrical design projects.
• Engineer – eligible to work in the United States; Bachelor of Science in engineering required; preferably passed Fundamentals of Engineering (FE); 3‑6 years of engineering experience, consulting experience preferred; individual contributor and team lead on multiple projects; facilitate internal change efforts; ensure design standards and NESC compliance.
• Senior Engineer – eligible to work in the United States; Bachelor of Science in engineering required; EIT with ability to become a PE (PE license preferred); 7+ years of electrical utility experience; lead, direct, train, and educate other engineers and designers; manage major and complex design projects; perform final QA/QC review to client standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and nine company‑paid holidays.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged sitting and standing.
• Occasional lifting, pulling, carrying, or pushing of items up to 50 lb.
• Ability to remain calm and courteous under stressful conditions and meet deadlines.

Work Environment

• Routine office setting; in‑office position.
• Extended hours as needed.
• Travel required minimum 20 % of the time.