Distribution Engineer - Greater St. Louis Area

Orbital Engineering, Inc.•Edwardsville, IL

22h•$71,000 - $134,000•Remote

About The Position

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Distribution Engineer for its Utility Services team to support projects in the Greater St. Louis, MO area. This is a remote position, but candidates must reside within commuting distance of St. Louis. The role involves supporting projects related to pole attachment applications and power delivery improvements, including analyzing attachment requests, network reliability, GIS data analytics, and creating notifications and work orders. The Utility Services team utilizes enterprise resource planning software for these tasks.

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.
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.
Reasoning skills and ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings/schematics.
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.
Must be able to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test and is subject to random testing.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Reclosers and Distribution Automation/Protection is strongly preferred.
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.
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.

Responsibilities

Prepare and develop distribution voltage construction packages for overhead and underground projects, including equipment installation, feeder replacement, cable replacement, and pole replacements.
Assist with distribution line design for 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 (transformers, poles) to ensure cost-effective, safe, and reliable design.
Visually identify, inspect, and record equipment and 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 engineering designs.
Analyze field-collected data (including imagery) and accurately update applicable software packages.
Utilize client proprietary software packages or equipment for engineering design workflow, including facilitating new attachment permitting.
Be accountable for assigned work, completing it on schedule and within budget, and communicating status to management.
Communicate with clients on engineering design to determine cost-effective solutions.
Provide timely and detailed documentation and support to accounting for project budget and accounting.
Transcribe notes, use measuring devices to identify, inspect, and record data in an organized manner.
Work in all weather conditions and in residential, commercial, and industrial areas as needed.
Work primarily remotely/office-based, with potential fieldwork.
Willing to travel overnight or for extended periods.
Attend client meetings and interact with the general public, landowners, and operators.