Engineer I

Pike Corporation • Shreveport, LA

4d

About The Position

Engineer I is the first level of the Engineering classification. Under close supervision, the employee provides engineering and technical expertise in a specific area to help identify, analyze, and resolve problems. The role supports effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities. Employees are expected to develop skills in their field of study and increase their ability to work independently. The position also involves producing thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches; maintaining accurate records and files; and continuously improving job-related engineering, technical, and professional knowledge, skills, and performance. The employee communicates effectively, supports company goals, and represents the company positively and professionally. Other related duties may be assigned to meet the organization’s ongoing needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an EAC/ABET-accredited Engineering Program, or an approved evaluation of non-ABET credentials by NCEES, or graduation from a Master’s or Doctoral Program in Engineering at an institution with EAC/ABET-accredited undergraduate Engineering Programs.
• Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles.
• Understanding of basic practices for researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.
• Ability to deal with individuals from varied socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of basic electricity and power quality.
• Knowledge of distribution construction standards and methods.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently, team-oriented, and customer-oriented.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and provide leadership to other team members.

Nice To Haves

• Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.
• Understanding of basic project management principles.
• Experience in the utility industry.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and technical expertise and guidance in identifying, analyzing, and resolving problems within the area of expertise, under close supervision.
• Plan, organize, estimate, schedule, and monitor work activities effectively.
• Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches.
• Continuously improve job-related engineering, technical, and professional knowledge, skills, and performance.
• Maintain effective oral and written communication.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Support company goals and represent the company positively and professionally.
• Perform other related duties as required to meet the organization’s ongoing needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level