Distribution Design Engineer I

Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill Technologies is hiring an Associate Distribution Engineer to support the development of electrical distribution work packages across PA/OH/WV borders. The role blends field inspections with office design tasks and requires travel to sites as needed.

You will work on OH, UG, URD, Make Ready and Street Light projects using GIS and Maximo-style systems. A BS in engineering and CAD/GIS experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to perform field and office work; travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Develop design and construction work packages for 4kV–138kV overhead and underground distribution.
• Coordinate with project teams on programmatic work like overloaded transformers.
• Develop permitting documents for AHJs and provide on-site support during construction.
• Perform engineering calculations: pole loading, conductor sag, voltage drop, and fault analysis.
• Travel to sites as needed and ensure compliance with safety and design standards.
• Assist with design big packages and ROW/Easement work as part of a technical lead team.

Education

Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution

Tools

MS Office

CAD tools

MicroStation

GIS

BOUD

Pole Foreman

SOCKET

Spida-Calc

Job description

Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing. This is a 6 month contract with strong possibility for extension/conversion. Candidate should be in an area to include the OH and MV Border areas of PA and cover Western PA. The successful candidate will have interest in developing construction work packages for the electric distribution system using various software systems and construction standards. The work location is spread across Pennsylvania, Ohio & West Virginia, target folks that border areas of Western Pennsylvania. This is hybrid. The successful candidate will have interest in developing the work packages for OH, UG, URD, Make Ready and Street Light projects, using customer GIS and WMS systems such as GE Smallworld, Bentley Expert Designer and Maximo. Candidates should be comfortable in both a field and office setting, as some field work may be required. Selected candidates will be trained in customer engineering and construction standards. Associate Distribution Engineers will gain experience in coordination of conflicting utilities, and other field engineering design requirements, the assessment and development of design big packages for complex cable/conduit projects in dense urban environments, work permit development, easements and ROW applications, and the design of mainline vault medium voltage switchgear, network system design and distribution system protection and coordination. Associate Distribution Engineers will support the following activities under supervision of a technical lead: Develop design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems operating from 4kV through 138kV mostly associated with programmatic work such as overloaded transformers, inspection and maintenance, joint use, and inspection reports. Comply with Client Safety requirements as well as design and quality expectations. Travel to sites as needed, perform inspections and return to the office to perform engineering design work. Perform engineering calculations such as: structural analysis for wood pole loading, guying calculations, specifying conductor sags and tensions for recommended spans, and calculation of voltage drop and flicker. Develop permitting documents for different AHJ's. Provide engineering support during construction, including post-construction reviews to ensure all applicable engineering and construction standards have been met. Conduct root cause analysis of outages and mitigation using engineering principles and design.

Background Requirements

• Completed Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial preferred) from an ABET accredited institution
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Ability to utilize a personal vehicle, as some customer-related travel could be anticipated (Job-related travel Will be reimbursed at IRS-approved rates)
• Willingness to perform both field and office work; Ability to work in outdoor environments on occasion
• Ability to demonstrate strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

• Experience with distribution design tools such as BOUD, Pole Foreman, SOCKET, Spida-Calc or similar
• Experience using CAD tools, MicroStation and/or GIS
• Experience with NESC
• Experience with design standards

Professional Attributes that will help you succeed in this role

• Collaborative attitude and inclusivity of individuals of diverse backgrounds and geographic locations.
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Positive attitude
• Professional dress and demeanor

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Company Profile

Beacon Hill Technologies, a premier National Information Technology Staffing Group, provides world class technology talent across all industries utilizing a complete suite of staffing services.

Beacon Hill Technologies' dedicated team of recruiting and staffing experts consistently delivers quality IT professionals to solve our customers' technical and business needs.

Beacon Hill Technologies covers a broad spectrum of IT positions, including Project Management and Business Analysis, Programming/Development, Database, Infrastructure, Quality Assurance, Production/Support and ERP roles.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com .

Benefits Information

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.Beacon Hill. Employing the Future