T&D Technical Specialist 1

GAI Consultants•Homestead, PA

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

GAI is seeking a Technical Specialist 1 to join our Transmission and Distribution Power Delivery team. This role involves completing day-to-day project tasks for successful project delivery, applying engineering principles to assist in the design of Power Delivery Projects, and demonstrating attention to detail and excellent communication skills. The position is suitable for individuals with foundational engineering concepts through undergraduate-level education who acquire basic knowledge and develop basic skills through mentored experience. This role performs routine technical work that does not require previous experience and operates under close supervision from a licensed engineer.

Requirements

Critical thinking
Problem-solving
Organization
Team focus
Eagerness to apply learned engineering principles to solve real-life problems.
Demonstrate attention to detail.
Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Possesses foundational engineering concepts through undergraduate-level education.
Acquires basic knowledge and develops basic skills through mentored experience.
Applies learned knowledge and skills to perform assigned tasks.
Performs routine technical work which does not require previous experience.
Understands and complies with ethical codes.
Minimum Years of Experience Entry / 0+ Years of Experience
B.S. Engineering or other technical degree
Possesses basic oral and written communication skills.
Identifies and acknowledges principles of teamwork and leadership.
Interacts primarily with internal project team members.

Nice To Haves

Travel - As needed for project site visits.
Exposure to outdoor elements: approximately 10% of the day
Walking long distances outdoors on uneven terrain: approximately 10 % of the day

Responsibilities

Complete day-to-day project tasks as required for successful project delivery.
Preparation of Specification Packages
Preparation of Structural and Fabrication Drawings
Design and Analysis of Transmission and Distribution Lines using PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, PLS-Tower, or other power delivery analysis software
Design and Analysis of foundations.
Analysis of existing and proposed structures with regard to Client and Other required codes, standards, and specifications.
Performance of Electrical Clearance checks and calculations.
Coordination and development of permits for Railroads, Roadways, and Environmental Crossings.
Apply engineering principles to assist in the design of Power Delivery Projects.
Perform complex tasks typically following established processes.
Collects data and gathers information or documents.
Participates in laboratory testing and field investigations.
Performs basic computations or analysis.
Assists with preparation of engineering deliverables.
Observes construction activities.
Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope.