Entry Level Electrical Power Engineer

About us

Utility Technology Engineers-Consultants, PLLC is a small business in Asheboro, NC. We are professional and agile.

Our work environment includes:

- Modern office setting

- Food provided

- Growth opportunities

- Relaxed atmosphere

Position: Entry Level Electrical Engineer - Power Engineering

Minimum Educational Requirements: BS Electrical Engineering

Experience: Previous internship experience preferred, but not required

Required Registrations: Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or willing to pursue EIT status

Company Description: Established Design Engineering and Consulting firm located in southeast U.S., headquartered in Asheboro, NC, and with a branch office in Spartanburg, SC. Clients include electric utility companies (Investor-Owned, Municipals, Cooperatives, and State-Owned), Power Agencies, Military Bases, and Industries.

Responsibilities:

- Team member working on electrical design projects from the conceptual and study stage through completion of construction

- Projects typically include electric power substations, transmission lines, distribution lines, load-side generation facilities, SCADA systems, fiber optic communication systems, and industrial distribution systems. System studies typically include short circuit, arc flash, protective coordination, load flow, cost of service, rate, and economic feasibility

- Communicate effectively with management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors

- Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines

- Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner

- Practical field investigation and data gathering capability

- Computer and software skills to include the use of word processing (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite), e-mail, spreadsheets, electronic presentation programs, and electrical system analysis programs

- Prepare electrical equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets, Request for Qualifications (RFQ's), technical bid evaluations, and purchase recommendations

- Review electrical equipment vendor drawings, data interface with suppliers, clients, other engineering disciplines, detailers, and designers

- Participate in project schedule development, scope, budget, staffing, and construction planning

- Participate in construction administration, including coordination with field personnel to resolve design-related installation issues, calculations, field inspections, and testing of electrical systems

- Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers and contractors and develop new business opportunities

- Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies

- All other duties as assigned

Additional Requirements:

- Good written and verbal communication skills

- Critical thinking skills and ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment

- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team work, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills

- Ability to travel 10%

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year, Based on education and experience

Benefits:

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Generous sick time policy

- Relocation assistance

- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- Typically 8-hours per day, Monday through Friday

Diverse Workforce:

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment.

Ability to Relocate:

- Asheboro, NC or Spartanburg, SC: Relocate before starting work

Work Location: In person, in office

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Professional development assistance

- Relocation assistance

- Retirement plan

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person