Power Engineering Technologist I-CC

Entry-level position applying technical skills to evaluate options and design safe, cost-effective, and reliable facilities for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Demonstrates basic knowledge of client/customer design and workflow processes, data entry, and technical skills in the client’s specific areas of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Learn, practice, and promote all safety policies and procedures 100% of the time.
• Apply various codes, requirements, regulations, policies, and procedures to assigned work.
• Develop skills to safely make job-site visits and interact with construction personnel.
• Develop and demonstrate ability to use design software and work management tools utilized by the company and client(s).
• Prepare project and job packages including material lists, requisitions, labor estimates, site drawings, and construction drawings for electrical facility installations in a cost-effective manner that maximizes safety and service reliability.
• Develop skills to accurately evaluate loading on distribution equipment such as transformers and fusing.
• Learn utility construction practices on public right of way (ROW) and private land.
• Regularly communicate job status to meet client expectations and deliverable dates.
• Develop relationships with key internal and external customers while supporting company and client business goals.
• Maintain files and records in an organized manner.
• Mentor under experienced personnel, supervision, management, and PE.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Regular attendance is required.
• High school degree or GED (required).
• Associate’s degree (preferred) or Bachelor’s degree in non-engineering science, math, or business (preferred). Note: In certain situations, an Associate’s or 4-year degree may be required based on client or contractual requirements.
• 0-1 year of experience in power distribution engineering, craft, or GIS/CAD work.
• Ability to read and interpret procedure manuals and operational procedures.
• Ability to write simple correspondence and respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or the business community.
• Mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, percentages, ratios, and basic algebra/geometry.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Self-motivated, reliable, trustworthy, and technically competent.
• Demonstrated team player with effective negotiating, time management, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle suitable for business use (mileage reimbursement may apply).
• Ability to participate in storm restoration activities as a “Driver,” “Wire Down Sitter,” or “Clerk” if needed.

Physical Demands

• Stand: Up to 1/3 of the time (Occasionally).
• Walk: Up to 1/3 of the time (Occasionally).
• Sit: 2/3 or more of the time (Regularly).
• Talk or Hear: 2/3 or more of the time (Regularly).
• Use Hands to feel, handle, or finger tools or controls: 2/3 or more of the time (Regularly).
• Climb or balance: Up to 1/3 of the time (Occasionally).
• Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl: Up to 1/3 of the time (Occasionally).
• Reach with Hands and Arms: Up to 1/3 of the time (Occasionally).
• Lift or exert force: Up to 10 pounds (2/3 or more), up to 25 pounds (up to 1/3).
• Special vision requirements: Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Work in high, precarious places: Up to 1/3 of the time (Occasionally).
• Outdoor weather conditions: Up to 1/3 of the time (Occasionally).
• Risk of electrical shock: Up to 1/3 of the time (Occasionally).
• Noise level: Moderate (e.g., business office with computers, light traffic).

About Us

Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair, and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country and continuously expand our offerings to supply customers with ideas, technology, experience, manpower, and equipment to perform any job. Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation, and exceptional customer service.

About The Team

Pike Engineering employees play critical roles in ensuring essential services like electric power, gas, telephone, and wireless communications are up and running when needed. We offer engineering opportunities in transmission and distribution, substations, smart meter technologies, renewable energy, telecommunications, storm damage assessment, and more.