Design Project Engineer

Potelco, Inc.•Tigard, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Potelco, Inc., a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc., was founded in 1965 and specializes in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, including designing, estimating, material acquisition, project management, construction, emergency power restoration, and system maintenance. They are a leading full-service provider of power infrastructure, construction, and support services in utility and energy contracting throughout the Pacific Northwest and neighboring states, working with large energy companies to modernize electric systems, move towards de-carbonization, and maintain thousands of miles of overhead and underground lines. The company upholds high safety, productivity, and reliability standards. The Design Project Engineer role is for individuals who enjoy working with professionals, are accurate, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy using construction and organizational skills. This role is responsible for utility engineering in distribution and transmission teams, utilizing various drafting and design programs (PLS-CADD/AutoCAD) to ensure deliverables meet client standards and specifications. The position may involve working within the Transmission, Joint Facilities Notification (JFN), Cable Replacement and Maintenance, and Overloaded Transformer Elimination Program (OTEP) groups within the Potelco Engineering Department.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) in Engineering, Construction Management or related field from accredited educational institution OR 4-6 years related experience and/or training in lieu of education or equivalent combination of education and experience.
1+ years of power utility industry experience or related field.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite, with strong Microsoft Excel skills.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals and information, journals, technical procedures, and data.
Ability to write business correspondence and communicate effectively.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from other managers, clients, customers, and local permitting agencies.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts, such as those commonly found in business transactions.
Ability to create and explain financial models and forecasts.
Ability to apply basic algebra, geometry, and engineering principals.
Ability to solve complex problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with PLS-CADD or other CAD software

Responsibilities

Provides electric utility engineering for operation and maintenance projects. This includes the interpretation and development of distribution designs congruent with utility standards.
Pole line analysis on existing or new transmission/distribution structures in relation to scope of work. Using pole line analysis tools to analyze structural integrity of new or existing structures. Using standards and best practices to maintain clearances from existing structures, as needed.
Calculates and drafts designs, which include an understanding of voltage regulation, electrical load calculations, system protection, and fuse coordination for distribution systems.
Input of bill of materials for assigned scope of work.
Manages the project life cycle using work order management systems.
Assists utility engineering team by performing field visits to gather information, as required.
Administrative functions and other tasks as needed.