Lead Distribution Engineer with PE License - REMOTE WORK

About the role

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Lead Distribution Engineer for a REMOTE WORK role or HYBRID role to support our Hammond, Indiana office.

Candidates with a Professional Engineer (PE) license are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams of 2 to 10 engineers and designers to execute overhead and underground distribution projects
• Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to the team; direct and coordinate work assignments and review performance to ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff
• Advocate for safety within the group. Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies
• Develop standards and guidelines that are in accordance with Orbital quality and standards for department
• Conduct employee performance appraisals
• Create training opportunities for department. Ensure the opportunities are in line with the development of team/individual
• Aid team in the prioritization and implementation of projects
• Support business development efforts with new clients and continue building relationships with existing clients
• Work closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to client’s satisfaction
• Work closely with the project team to ensure that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines
• Perform QA/QC reviews of studies, reports, and construction design packages
• Prepare proposals, engineering/project cost estimates, and execution schedules
• Prepare calculations and assist with equipment specifications
• 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
• Visually identify, inspect, and record equipment and different construction situations in the field, including rights-of-way
• 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)
• Regularly utilize Client proprietary software packages or equipment to complete daily responsibilities in the engineering design workflow process, may include facilitating new attachment permitting process
• Utilize computer proficiency including general Microsoft Office products, distribution design, GIS, and business enterprise software
• Communicate with clients on engineering design to best determine the most cost-effective solution for their project
• Provide timely and detailed documentation and support to Orbital accounting functions for ensuring projects are on budget and appropriately accounted
• Work from home and an office setting, as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction or related degree from an accredited program; Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering preferred
• Minimum 5 years related professional experience in distribution design and/or project management
• Successful completion of the Engineer in Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam from a state licensing board preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) license from a state licensing board preferred
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings/schematics preferred
• Working knowledge of electrical distribution assets and/or communication equipment construction preferred
• Experience in pole loading (Spida Calc, O-Calc, Pole Foreman, or Katapult) or other construction modeling software (AutoCAD) is beneficial
• Knowledge of industry utility or joint-use software (SPANS, NJUNS, IkeGPS) for make-ready engineering and construction is beneficial
• Familiarity with Design and Checking practices for engineering drawings and deliverables
• Familiarity with Safe Work Practices and PPE applications
• Strong knowledge of concepts in the electric utility industry, including primary and secondary distribution systems, & utility standards
• Proven leadership in developing and implementing vision
• Ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change
• Ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize work on multiple projects and effectively communicate project status
• Pass a fit for duty test

Skills

• Strong knowledge of concepts in the electric utility industry, including primary and secondary distribution systems, & utility standards
• Proven leadership in developing and implementing vision
• Ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change
• Ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize work on multiple projects and effectively communicate project status
• Pass a fit for duty test

Benefits

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; a 401(k)-retirement savings plan; and supplemental insurance options. We also provide company-paid life and AD&D insurance, company-paid short-term disability coverage, and a generous paid time off program to ensure you have the support and flexibility you need both professionally and personally.