Orbital Engineering, Inc. · 2 months ago
Transmission Line Project Coordinator - Pennsylvania
Lancaster County, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expOrbital Engineering, Inc. is a company with over 50 years of experience in providing innovative engineering, inspection, and construction solutions. They are seeking a Transmission Line Project Coordinator to support transmission engineering design projects, focusing on project administration and field inspections.
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Responsibilities
Visually identify, inspect, and record equipment and different construction situations in the field, including rights-of-way
Apply National Electric Safety Code (NESC) Standards, Client Standards, Federal, State or Local Municipal Guidelines, and/or other applicable guidelines to complete Transmission engineering designs
Design transmission lines in voltage ranges from 69kV to 765kV
Ability to analyze field collected data (including imagery and LiDAR) and accurately update applicable software packages for successful design implementation
Perform structural analysis and design of monopole, lattice, framed, and guyed transmission structures
Complete conductor selection studies, grounding, shielding, and induction studies
Support foundation designs
Detail and specify transmission pole and line components and equipment
Utilize PLS-CADD to complete transmission structure and line design, sag analysis, and profile drawings
Communicate with others, including co-workers and clients, to agree on the best solution for engineering design
Accountable for work assigned and responsible for completing work on project schedule and within project budget while regularly communicating status with management team
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
Can transcribe notes, use measuring devices to identify, inspect, and record the data which is found in an organized manner
Can endure frequent driving, standing, walking (numerous miles a day), navigating (on foot or in a vehicle), and balancing objects which may weigh up to 20 pounds in congested and/or complex terrain
As needed, must be able to work in all weather conditions and in residential, commercial, and industrial areas
Work is primarily office based but fieldwork may be needed throughout the engineering design process
Must be willing to travel overnight or for extended periods of time, based on project assignment
Will be required to attend meetings at clients’ sites and regularly interact with the general public, including landowners and operators
May occasionally enter energized extra-high voltage substations up to 745kV and will need to coordinate with appropriate utility personnel throughout fielding activities within this location
Qualification
Required
Associates Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related technical discipline with 10 years of experience in transmission line design
Proficiency in utilizing AutoCAD, MicroStation and PLS-CADD
Must be an organized person who can keep data organized from start to finish on a project
Ability to prioritize work on multiple projects and effectively communicate project statuses
Computer proficiency including general Microsoft Office products, design, and business enterprise software
Effective written and oral communication at all levels within an organizational structure
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
This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment
Preferred
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings/schematics
Working knowledge of electrical transmission and distribution assets and/or communication equipment construction
Experience in pole loading (PLS-CADD, Spida Calc, O-Calc, Pole Foreman, or Katapult) or other construction modeling software)
Familiar with Design and Checking practices for engineering drawings and deliverables
Familiar with Safe Work Practices and PPE applications
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Prescription drug
401(k)
Supplemental insurance
Company
Orbital Engineering, Inc.
For 50 years, Orbital Engineering has provided the full-service Engineering, Risk Mitigation, and Project Delivery expertise of a large company with the flexibility, responsiveness, cost advantages, and personal attention of a local company.
501-1000 employees
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