Planner I

HBK Engineering, LLC • Walnut Creek, CA

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

HBK Engineering is hiring a Planner I in Walnut Creek, CA, to provide recent graduates and early-career professionals with a robust foundation in utility engineering. You will be tasked with designing innovative overhead and subsurface systems while gaining end-to-end exposure to the project lifecycle, from planning to final construction closeout. This role is perfect for candidates who have completed the Service Planner Development Program (SPDP) or hold 1+ years of experience in Electrical Utility Distribution, Transmission Design, or related Electrical Engineering fields.

Requirements

• Experience working with current utility industry GIS and WMIS programs as a Service Planner, Engineer, or equivalent field is a HUGE PLUS.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing pole loading software such as SPIDA, O-Calc, or equivalent including overhead design and engineering principles.
• Proven AutoCAD, AUD, and/or Microstation skills preferred.
• We are seeking a graduate from either Service Planner Development Program (SPDP) OR possesses one or more years of experience in Electrical Utility Distribution Design, Transmission Design, Distribution Line construction, or Electrical Engineering discipline.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Must be able to demonstrate excellent values including teamwork.
• Ability to demonstrate good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with current utility industry GIS and WMIS programs as a Service Planner, Engineer, or equivalent field is a HUGE PLUS.
• Proven AutoCAD, AUD, and/or Microstation skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and construction knowledge for Lighting, Underground (UG) and Overhead (OH) Utility systems.
• Design and engineering services on multiple concurrent projects ranging from single unit to large complex projects with strict adherence to standards and deadlines.
• Experience in utility Geographical Information Systems, planning database systems, and material ordering systems.
• Technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of complex design issues utilizing published construction standards and regulations.
• Effective planning, organizing, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities.
• Thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, drawings and sketches.
• Continuous improvement of job-related, technical, and professional knowledge, skills, and performance.
• Mentorship and collaboration to peers and trainees in a fast-paced team environment.
• Position may require up to 30% travel and being out in the field throughout the service territory including remote regions – the coast, desert, and mountains across California.
• Occasional lifting of typically less than 40lbs.
• Work in various weather conditions.
• Additional duties as needed and/or assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability and employer paid life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement
• Other role specific company paid professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree