Distribution Engineer

🕒 May 21

🦀 Maryland, Pennsylvania, +2 more states – Remote

🦀 Maryland – Remote 🔔 Pennsylvania – Remote ⚔️ Virginia – Remote ⛰️ West Virginia – Remote

💵 $71k - $134k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

👷🏻‍♀️ Engineer

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Orbital Engineering, Inc.

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501 - 1000 employees

Founded 1969

🏗️ Construction

💼 Consulting

🏭 Manufacturing

Construction • Consulting • Manufacturing

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is a veteran-owned engineering and technical services firm that provides full-service solutions in engineering and design, construction management and QA/QC, asset integrity, and safety for industrial and infrastructure clients. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Pittsburgh with multiple regional offices, the company supports utilities, downstream and midstream oil & gas, metals (steel/aluminum), and public/private infrastructure projects, using advanced inspection technologies (drones/robotics) and proprietary tablet-based apps and databases to deliver inspections, retrofits, greenfield design, and turnkey asset management.

📋 Description

• Prepare and develop distribution voltage construction packages for both overhead and underground projects • Assist with distribution line design 2.4kV - 34kV • Work with Designers and Engineers to prepare new drawings, modify existing drawings, or create as-built documents • Assist in the preparation of proposals, engineering/project cost estimates, and execution schedules • Provide technical support for customers and support regional business development initiatives • Provide quality reviews of work prepared by others and adhere to the QA/QC process • Prepare calculations and assist with equipment specifications • Evaluate loading of various equipment components being installed such as transformers and structural loading of poles • Visually identify, inspect, and record equipment and different construction situations in the field • Apply National Electric Safety Code (NESC) Standards, Client Standards, Federal, State or Local Municipal Guidelines to complete engineering designs • Analyze field collected data and accurately update applicable software packages for successful design implementation • Utilizes Client proprietary software packages or equipment to complete daily responsibilities in the engineering design workflow process • Accountable for work assigned and responsible for completing work on project schedule and within project budget • Frequently communicates with Client(s) on engineering design to best determine the most cost-effective solution for their project • Provides timely and detailed documentation and support to Orbital accounting functions for ensuring projects are on budget and appropriately accounted • Transcribe notes, use measuring devices to identify, inspect, and record the data which is found in an organized manner • Comfortable working in all weather conditions and in residential, commercial, and industrial areas • Will be required to attend meetings at clients’ sites and regularly interact with the general public

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year ABET accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering; preferably electrical • Experience or basic knowledge of concepts in the electric utility industry, including primary and secondary distribution systems, & utility standards • Successful completion of the Engineer in Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam from a state licensing board preferred • Have or willing to obtain a Professional Engineer (PE) license from a state licensing board preferred • Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles • 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 • Computer proficiency including general Microsoft Office products, distribution design, GIS, and business enterprise software • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Ability to read and understand engineering drawings/schematics • 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 • Familiar with Design and Checking practices for engineering drawings and deliverables • Familiar with Safe Work Practices and PPE applications • Must have dependable transportation and a valid driver’s license with insurance • Must be able to pass a fit for duty test • Ability to work from home and an office setting, as required

🏖️ Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage • 401(k)-retirement savings plan • supplemental insurance options • company-paid life and AD&D insurance • company-paid short-term disability coverage • generous paid time off program

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