Distribution Design Engineer

Job Description

The Distribution Engineer will develop work packages for OH, UG, URD, Make Ready and Street Light projects, and use customer GIS and WMIS and AS8 systems such as GE Smallworld, Bentley Expert Designer and Maximo. The candidate may have the opportunity to experience both office and in-the-field settings at customer sites, and will be trained in customer engineering and construction standards. The engineer will perform structural analysis, guying calcs, cable pulling calcs, coordination of protective devices, and calculations of electric demand and fault currents. Candidates will gain experience in coordination of conflicting utilities, and other field engineering design requirements, the assessment and development of design packages for complex cable/conduit projects in dense urban environments, work permit development, easements and ROW applications, and the design of mainline vault medium voltage switchgear, network system design and distribution system protection and coordination.

Primary Responsibilities

- Experience providing estimated costs, development of a BOM, calculating the CIAC

- Experience with design tools such as Pole Foreman, SOCKET, Spida-Calc

- Experience using MicroStation-performing Electrical Distribution design

- Experience with design standards

- Perform design engineering

- Lead and develop a team of engineers

- Manage scope, schedule and budget of work assigned

- Must be comfortable in both a field and office setting

- Leading preconstruction meetings with construction crews

- Review of engineering design packages for construction crews

- Performing functional tasks, planning, and/or customer follow-up

- Performing scope analysis of work assigned and maintaining schedule adherence in support of client priorities.

- Establish and develop client relationships while providing a positive influence in leading a team and collaborating with peers.

- Initiating continuous improvement to work flow processes that drives efficiency and high quality standards in client design deliverables.

- Lead and execute designs for overhead and underground electrical distribution systems (4-69kV) by preparing field notes, drawings, specifications and calculations for review and approval by a Senior Engineer as well as safely perform field walk downs to document existing conditions and generate material and labor specifications.

- Apply clients standards, guidelines, specifications, practices and procedures or appropriate industry standards in preparing design drawings as well as coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with all specifications, codes, and client requirements

- Regularly communicate and coordinate project activities with internal team members and begin to build relationships with clients - with some help and guidance from your supervisor.

Required Qualifications

- MUST HAVE experience working on Pepco/Exelon utility systems

- Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree in (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial)

- 4-8 years of prior relevant experience or Master’s degree with 2+ years: relevant experience either working directly with an electric utility or an electric utility consulting company

- Experience with the National Electric Safety Code (NESC) and client construction standards

- Experience with BOUD or GE Smallworld, SEDS, DStar

- Experience using CAD tools

- Experience with software such as: PoleForeman, SAP, Microstation

- Previous exposure to Voltage Conversion projects, Road Widening Projects, Major Underground Projects, Conductor replacements, and OH to UG conversions

- Candidate must provide their own reliable transportation: Local customer/job related travel is anticipated and will be reimbursed at IRS approved rates

- Strong communication skills, written and interpersonal communications skills and supporting of customer advocacy

- Collaborative and inclusive of individuals of diverse backgrounds and geographic locations

- Positive attitude

- Ability to work with limited supervision

- Professional demeanor

- Fundamentals of Engineering (F.E.) (Preferred)

At Greene Solutions, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do it Right, Our legacy depends on it!

You’ll work on fun and challenging projects and initiatives. You’ll have the chance to make a positive impact on society and the environment. And you’ll find the support, coaching, and training it takes to advance your career.

Work at Greene includes providing competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefits package:

- Medical/Dental/Vision

- Maternity Leave

- Paid Holidays

- Vacation/Paid Sick Leave

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental insurance

- Flexible schedule

- Health insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person