Summary:

Currently, we have an opportunity for a Lead Distribution Engineer for electric utility engineering. This position will be working with our growing Power Distribution Engineering team. This role will require leading other distribution engineers, oversight and qaqc of both simple and complex engineering projects, working directly with clients, and ensuring the Company reputation of high quality is maintained.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Science Engineering degree (EE preferred) is required (or equivalent relevant experience) and 4-8 years of prior relevant experience
• Relevant experience is either working directly with an electric utility or an electric utility consulting company, performing design engineering (EIT/FE credentials or PE license is preferred)
• Execution of distribution projects from kickoff through design approved
• QAQC expertise
• Customer interaction
• Process documentation
• Experience with the NESC and/or CA GO95
• (Local customer/job related travel is anticipated and will be reimbursed at IRS approved rates)
• Candidate must provide their own reliable transportation
• 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 dress and demeanor
• Attention to detail
• Highly organized
• Excellent time management

Nice to haves:

• Experience providing estimated costs, development of a BOM, calculating the CIAC
• Experience with design tools such as Pole Foreman, O-Calc, Spida-Calc
• Experience using MicroStation--performing Electrical Distribution design
• Experience with Joint Use and Colocation projects
• Experience with rear to front lot conversion projects

Successful candidates can look forward to a fast paced, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/work arrangements as well as managers who will encourage career development and growth including:

• Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT)
• Professional Engineer License (PE)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Leadership training
• Management opportunities
• In this role, you can also expect to gain experience/expertise in:
• NESC
• Structural Pole Modeling
• Electrical Power Calculations
• GIS design
• Project management
• Financial management