DISTRIBUTION ENGINEER

Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, or Senior Eng.

JOB SUMMARY

The Distribution Engineer position requires an individual to manage daily engineering work activities in an assigned HQ’s area.

The candidate’s main responsibility is to design, estimate, and coordinate construction of "Capital" and "O&M" power distribution system projects. The projects involve overhead and underground designs to provide electrical service for new business residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
The successful candidate must provide superior customer service and be able to prepare and schedule construction of jobs to meet committed service dates. In addition, the candidate will be responsible for processing all documentation in accordance with compliance requirements.
Other duties will include handling customer inquiries such as power outage complaints, voltage complaints, claims and assisting with Distribution Compliance and Asset Management programs.
The candidate will also participate in the on-call trouble supervision rotation and must be available after business hours for local, out-of-town, and out-of-state trouble and storm restoration (training required).
The right candidate must be an initiative-taker, excellent communicator, critical thinker and able to make sound decisions.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience for an Engineer position (Level 1, 2, 3 or Sr.):

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil or General)
Certifications: EIT (FE) or Professional Engineer's License (PE) in lieu of the above bachelor's degree is a plus.
Previous distribution engineering experience is a plus.
Distribution and/or related engineering experience with a power utility company is a plus.

Level 1

0 – 1 years of progressive engineering experience or equivalent academic education and experience.
Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization. Complete basic distribution designs, manage projects until construction is completed and revise financials for project close-out.

Level 2

1 – 3 years of progressive engineering experience.
Ability to propose solutions and to present projects for budget approval with confidence to influence and persuade leadership in decision making.

Level 3

3 – 5 years of progressive engineering experience.
Ability to take-on complex projects with minimum supervision and provide support to other engineers.

Senior Engineer

+5 years of progressive engineering experience.
Ability to lead and train engineers to follow bulletins, specifications, standards, and best practices procedures. Lead critical infrastructure, highly political and key account customer projects. Provide engineering support to team-leaders and supervisors.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Strong technical engineering skills and understanding of power systems is highly desired.
Proficiency with MS office products and other related engineering software systems is highly desired.
Broad knowledge of general engineering and construction principles is desired.
Previous knowledge of electrical system operations and distribution systems design (including overhead and underground construction practices) is desired.
Prior experience in writing and executing switching orders is preferred.
Working knowledge of ARMS, JETS/JETS Scheduling, Designer/GIS, CSS, Socket, TCMS Web, NJUNS, and Oracle Utility Analytics (OUA) is preferred.
Knowledge of the Distribution Bulletins, Engineering Handbook, Distribution Specifications, Distribution Operating Procedures, ARC Flash Requirements, Metering Blue Book, Franchise Manual, and the financial and business goals is preferred.
Ability to prioritize and organize work.
Manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines.
Excellent project management skills that lead to desired results.
Ability to collaborate with customers and others as a team member.
Must be able to effectively communicate and build positive relationships with customers, engineers, customer service, sales, corporate partners, and line crew personnel.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Good attitude and ability to provide excellent customer service both internally and externally.
Working knowledge of NEC and NESC.
Must have valid driver’s license and a vehicle.

Other Requirements:

Pursue ambitious standards for safety and customer service.
Promote a safe work environment and successfully follow safe work practices & policies.
Initiative-taking and self-directed individual.
Take personal responsibility and ownership for assigned projects and problems.
Follow through on all aspects of each assignment to ensure quality completion.
Must be able to build positive relationships and work well with diverse groups, tailoring communication methods appropriately for customers, covered employees, supervision, and management.
Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of distribution construction practices, guidelines, and procedures.

Hiring Manager: Will Velez

Employment Type: Contract / 12mo. with possible extension or hire by client

Available Benefits / Contributions: PTO, Health Insurance, and 401k

Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time

Work Location (Initial 2 weeks): 800 Battery Ave SE, Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30339

Work Location (Assigned HQ): 1697 Montreal Cir, Tucker, GA 30084

Insider Threat Program: No

Union/Covered: No

Closing Date (Period for Applying): November 1st, 2024, 12:00 PM

To Apply: All candidates must submit an updated resume (PDF document) and complete the interview process to be considered for this position.

Emerge Engineering & Wiring has classified this position as “Safety Sensitive” and as such is subject to relevant pre-employment screening(s) to determine fitness for duty. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant successfully completing all required fitness assessments.

Disclaimer:

This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.

Emerge Engineering & Wiring is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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