Engineer I, II, or Senior - Project Estimating

Idaho Power Company

229d • $86,632 - $151,340

About The Position

Idaho Power — headquartered in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for a Project Estimating Engineer to join our Planning, Engineering and Construction Portfolio Cost and Control team. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, and we're working hard to safely provide our customers with the reliable, affordable, clean energy they depend on. What does a Project Estimating Engineer do for us? They develop and analyze conceptual planning and definitive construction estimates of simple to complex multidisciplinary projects, large load requests, and generator interconnects. They coordinate, collect, and maintain data for required analysis. This individual evaluates developments in equipment, materials, labor, economic conditions, systems, and best-practice methodologies for project estimating. They perform risk assessments of projects and evaluate factors affecting proposed work and the estimate.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from an ABET accredited institution OR Bachelor in engineering from a non-ABET accredited institution and a P.E. license
• Engineer I - 0-2 years related experience
• Engineer II - 2 or more years of related experience
• Senior Engineer - 6 years of related engineering experience OR 5 years of related engineering experience plus PE or advanced engineering degree, and 3 years in the area of expertise
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited institution
• Engineer in Training (EIT) designation for Engineer I/II
• 3 years in the area of expertise and/or Professional Engineer (PE) for Senior Engineer

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead projects, assignments, and technical investigations
• Act as a liaison between other departments and organizations
• Evaluate progress and results, recommending changes in procedures
• Exercise moderate technical judgment in decision-making and independent action
• Be responsible for budgeting, financial accountability, and timelines on assigned projects
• Utilize industry and discipline related knowledge to interpret and comply with regulations as required by NERC, FERC, WECC, EPA, NESC, OSHA, FCC, etc.
• Facilitate capital project development from conception to a defined project ensuring consistency and accuracy of initial project scope definition, project timeline, project need, and project cost estimates
• Specify, design, and configure project estimating tools and systems

Benefits

• Work-life balance
• Competitive pay and benefits
• 401k employer-match
• Pension plan

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree