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Distribution Engineer II - Power Delivery

Westwood Professional ServicesChicago, IL
Hybrid

About The Position

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Power Distribution Engineer II to join their team. This role is primarily responsible for developing cost-effective conceptual and engineering solutions to upgrade, expand, maintain, and automate overhead and underground power distribution systems for clients, utilizing various software systems and engineering/construction standards. The position ensures compliance with client procedures, design standards, and state and federal regulatory and safety code requirements. The engineer will execute projects under the guidance of a Senior Engineer and collaborate closely with other engineers involved in substation, distribution, transmission, renewable energy, power storage, and communication designs. Westwood offers a dynamic team environment focused on providing high-level professional services.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Civil/Structural, Mechanical or Multi-Disciplinary Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
  • 3-5 years of Power Distribution Experience.
  • Professional disposition and the ability to be open-minded when it comes to planning and execution of assigned projects.
  • Must be able to effectively manage a significant number of projects while maintaining work product quality, consistency, accuracy, and reliability.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Project).

Nice To Haves

  • Knowledge of overhead and/or underground electric facilities and a basic understanding of its integration into daily activities.
  • EIT with the ability to become registered PE.
  • Experience with NESC, ASCE and IEEE standards.
  • Experience with AutoCAD, PLS-CADD, PoleForeman, PolyWater Pull-Planner, O-Calc, SPIDAcalc, GIS, IKE.
  • Knowledge of NYSEG/RG&E/CMP/Avangrid Standards.

Responsibilities

  • Work under the lead of a Senior Engineer with a team of other Engineers to complete projects for multiple clients across the U.S. ranging from Simple Service designs to Multi-Year Rebuilds/Tie Line Programs.
  • Willingness to travel to project sites, as necessary, to gather data and interface with clients.
  • Perform all aspects of designing OH/UG power line projects, including line routing, finite element analysis, hardware/conductor selection, technical support during construction, One-Calls, DOT and municipality permitting, right-of-way requests, and electrical one-line diagrams.
  • Develop an understanding of each deliverable necessary for the project at hand, including construction plan drawings, work location notes, bill of materials, and permitting/ROW documentation.
  • Coordinate internal/external reviews of designs completed prior to final submission.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
  • Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid medical and family leave benefits in accordance with applicable state law

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