Engineering Designer - Electrical Utility

Company: Pennoni
Location: Columbia
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description
Pennoni is a multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm founded more than five decades ago. We approach engineering challenges from a wider spectrum of angles than most, from land development to energy management. Our goal is to help communities and private sector clients alike navigate the ever-changing technological advancements available and learn how best to integrate "smart" solutions into the current landscape to make them a part of resilient and sustainable planning. Our combination of talent and experience generates unprecedented solutions for diverse and iconic projects around the globe.
We are looking for an Engineering Designer to contribute to our Utility Infrastructure projects on a full-time, direct basis at our office in Columbia, MD.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Utilize software tools (including MicroStation as well as other programs) to compile design packages that are submitted to our clients.
• Contribute to our Green Power Connection work (for utility client projects).
• Receive approved Engineering packages to design and complete for internal quality review (QA QC).
• Design overhead and underground extensions in existing electrical distribution systems.
• Review diagrams a variety of overhead and underground equipment (including pole framings) to determine various requirements and clearances.
• Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed.Basic Requirement:
  • 2+ years of professional experience working in Utilities, Mechanical Design, and/or Civil Design.Preferred Qualifications:
    • Experience working on electrical / power utility projects, especially with electrical distribution systems.
    • Advanced understanding of overhead and underground distribution systems, especially with tensions and deflection angles.
    • Proven ability to read and interpret engineered diagrams.
    • Proficiency with engineering tools (e.g.: CADD, GIS, etc.), especially with MicroStation; additional experience with PoleForeman software is a plus!
    • Excellent communication skills (verbal written).
      Why Work With Us?
      At our core, we recognize that the unique qualities of our Pennoni individuals are essential for innovation and growth as a whole. Pennoni, an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm,offers many opportunities to help you build your career. We continually strive to build a great workplace where our employees trust the people they work for, enjoy the people they work with, and take pride in what they do.
      Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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