HDR · 23 hours ago
Electrical Distribution Project Engineer (PE)
HDR is a company dedicated to creating a welcoming environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion are prioritized. They are currently seeking an Electrical Distribution Project Engineer to prepare technical deliverables for electric power distribution systems and mentor junior team members while managing multiple projects.
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Responsibilities
Preparing all technical aspects and deliverables associated with the conceptual and detailed design of overhead and underground electric power distribution systems, distribution system planning, lighting design, grounding and lightning protection
Coordinating the preparation of construction packages for overhead and underground distribution lines including plan and profile drawings, structure assemblies and details, stringing charts, staking tables, bills of material, and other applicable details
Assigning tasks and providing guidance to junior team members and coordinating quality control reviews for work performed by EITs and/or Designers
Identifying and implementing learning opportunities for EITs and/or Designers through such methods as job shadowing, assigning specific project tasks, “show and tell”, lunch n learns and general knowledge sharing
Performing quality control reviews of projects from other teams as needed
Providing engineering input on specific project design issues and questions
Conducting engineering analyses to develop design options
Assisting with preparation of cost estimates or specifications
Attending client stakeholder meetings and leading design reviews with the client
Providing input to the development of project manhours estimates and task schedules
Effectively managing multiple tasks for multiple projects while being cognizant of schedule and budget
Performing site visits during the design, construction, and as-built phases of projects, including participating in field reviews or construction observation
Works independently on:- electrical clearance calculations
Lighting photometric calculations
Electrical load calculations
Short circuit, overcurrent coordination and arc flash studies
Works with others within the group on technical report writing
Qualification
Preferred
Minimum 4 years of experience in distribution planning, distribution modeling, distribution coordination, distribution line design
Experience performing structural analysis, plan and profile preparation, line optimization, preparing specifications and drawings, and other engineering documents required for overhead and underground line projects
Experience using PLS-CADD and other design software
Minimum 4 years of experience performing aspects associated with overhead and underground electrical distribution system analysis and design, lighting design, distribution field staking, joint-use field review and design, and knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC). Experience with electrical and planning analysis software i.e. CYMCAP, ETAP or Polywater Pull Planner
Experience with design tools for pole loading analysis: i.e. O-calc, SpidaCalc or Pole Foreman
Experience using Cad software packages for Electrical Distribution i.e. PLS-CADD, MicroStation/AutoCAD/ArcGIS
Experience performing aspects associated with electrical distribution modeling and planning, distribution coordination, developing construction work plans, developing long range plans, distribution line design and staking, National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) knowledge, and low voltage lighting design
Strong client relationship skills
Company
HDR
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