Engineering Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Electric Engineering Tech I: High School diploma or equivalent; and, One (1) year experience in engineering or related field, OR Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.
• Electric Engineering Tech II: High School diploma or equivalent; and, Three (3) years' experience in engineering or related field, OR Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.
• Electric Engineering Technician III: Bachelor’s Degree, from an accredited college or university in Engineering or related field; and, One (1) year experience in field surveying, OR High School diploma or equivalent; and, Five (5) years’ experience in engineering or related field; and, One (1) year experience in field surveying, OR Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.
• Electric Engineering Technician IV: Bachelor's Degree, from an accredited college or university in Engineering or related field; and, Two (2) years'' experience in field surveying, OR High School diploma or equivalent; and, Six (6) years' experience in engineering or related field; and, Two (2) years' experience in field surveying, OR Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State and Local laws, codes, and regulations, as well as City of Denton policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of surveying principles, standard concepts, practices, and procedures in electric distribution design.
• Skill in field surveying, research, design, and equipment resources and adhere to guidelines and engineering specifications.
• Skill in problem solving; identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to assist with developing solutions.
• Skill at the intermediate level, working with Microsoft Office 365, drafting, and other software systems to complete work.
• Skill in performing mathematical calculations with accuracy.
• Skill in providing exceptional service to internal and external customers.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to lead and motivate others.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in oral and written forms, for the needs of the audience.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing work environment to facilitate/accomplish needed activities.
• Ability to read, interpret, and construct construction drawings, topographic profiles, work order layouts, maps, and related drawings.
• Ability to document all adjustments necessary and approved to complete the project.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow safety protocols and safe work procedures.
• Must have and maintain a valid Class "C" Driver's License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment.
• Must pass a drug test, driver's license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification.

Responsibilities

• Perform electric distribution line design, including AutoCAD drafting.
• Assist with all areas of electrical engineering division responsibility.
• Perform engineering division field surveying and staking tasks.
• Prepare and manage work associated with provision or improvement of electric service.
• Research technically and economically viable options for electric utility distribution system extensions and modifications.
• Assemble project documentation and maintain organized files and records.
• Utilize AutoCAD to prepare detailed drawings for construction of electric facilities.
• Draft detailed plans, construction drawings, topographic profiles, work order layouts, maps, and related drawings.
• Perform surveying functions including staking line, locating easements, and gathering data for site profiles.
• Complete surveying calculations.
• Assist internal stakeholders with fieldwork and production of project documents.
• Assist with calculations and drawings for electrical and distribution structural design.
• Develop and provide project management oversight as directed.
• Obtain, track, and maintain data collection for electric utility facilities.
• Assist with interpreting and implementing the National Electrical Safety Code and other regulatory codes.
• Assist with developing, documenting, reviewing, and completing all aspects of assigned projects.
• Prepare and maintain files and documentation for identifying the most limiting series elements for the distribution system.
• Assist in selecting, training, supervising, and evaluating staff as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans
• Employee Health Clinic
• Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plan