Engineer I, Transmission & Distribution
About The Position
Bowman has an opportunity for an Engineer I, Transmission & Distribution to join our team remotely in the US. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution required.
- Entry level position, 0-3 years of relevant industry experience.
- PLS-CADD experience required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within project teams.
Nice To Haves
- PLS-POLE experience preferred.
- Familiarity with power transmission and distribution design principles, NESC requirements, and utility standards preferred.
- AutoCAD experience a plus.
Responsibilities
- Receive close supervision and detailed guidance on project objectives, specific tasks, and design procedures.
- Work follows clearly defined processes and is reviewed thoroughly by more senior engineering staff.
- Seek direction as needed to ensure adherence to established engineering standards and practices.
- Work collaboratively with internal team members, including project managers, senior engineers, and drafters, to support project execution and meet schedule requirements.
- Contribute to the preparation of engineering deliverables, drawings, calculations, and documentation.
- Assist in the design and analysis of overhead transmission and distribution lines using PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE for various structure types and voltage classes.
- Perform structure modeling, line routing, sag/tension calculations, and the development of plan/profile drawings.
- Conduct engineering tasks related to conductor clearances, sags, blow-out, design criteria, and compliance reviews.
- Support the preparation of bill of materials, specifications, and other technical project documentation.
- Perform field reviews to gather data, validate existing conditions, and support design decisions.
- Ensure adherence to applicable standards, including NESC, utility specifications, and relevant codes.
- Assist senior staff in addressing client needs by providing timely, accurate, and well-documented design support.
- Exhibit professionalism and effective communication in interactions with client teams when required.
- Help support client-focused outcomes by contributing to high-quality deliverables.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
- Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
