Distribution Designer

Substation Engineering Company; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Substation Engineering Company is seeking a candidate with experience in transmission and substation engineering. The role demands performing site visits and data collection, while coordinating with other project personnel. Candidates should have an associate's degree in engineering, along with experience in electrical design and proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation.

A strong attention to detail and commitment to customer service are essential. This position offers a collaborative team environment, focusing on delivering high-quality engineering services.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of qualified industry experience.
• Knowledge of electrical design for 4kv, 13kv and 34kv systems.
• Ability to produce accurate construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform site visits, data collection, and detailed field inspection.
• Develop conceptual plans and subsurface utility base maps.
• Prepare civil designs and documentation for electrical infrastructure projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree in civil, electrical or related engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Substation Engineering Company (SECo) is a full-service provider of Transmission, Substation and Distribution engineering and design services for Electric Utilities. Our corporate culture is rooted in our emphasis on providing high quality deliverables at a reasonable cost. We have a very experienced staff in all facets of transmission, substation and distribution engineering and design.

SECo is strengthened by partnership with Tier 1 Utility Design, Inc. This dynamic equates to effortless coordination and cohesiveness between our clients, vendors, engineering, construction, and the field. Our experienced team connects engineering and design, and allows problem solving and corrective actions to occur before they become adverse client challenges.

Main Duties

• Performs site visits, data collection, detailed field inspection, topographic surveys, substation surveys, utility pole inspections, building investigations, manhole inspections, document field notes and other data required to develop design drawings.
• Coordinates and at times assist with the employees that perform records research, submit One Call System (POCS) design tickets for underground maps, National Joint Utilities Notification System (NJUNS) tickets, obtain right-of-way/easement maps, as-builts and other utility information.
• Develops conceptual plans and subsurface utility base maps that incorporate topographic features and existing utilities.
• Prepares, plans and profiles civil designs and documentation to support overhead and underground electrical infrastructure projects.
• Prepares notes, instructions, permit applications, bid specifications, bill of materials, material requests, clearance requests, construction work order packages and other project related documents.

Desired Education, Experience and Training

• Associate’s degree in civil, electrical or related engineering program, or CAD certification/trade school program preferred.
• 3-7 years of qualified industry experience.
• Knowledge of electrical design for 4kv, 13kv and 34kv systems, as well as experience in cable pull plan preparation highly preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate construction drawings following client specifications and standards.
• Ability to complete tasks in accordance with project procedures, applicable codes and/or standards and meet project deadlines.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation platforms.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills in English, and ability to communicate effectively with immediate supervisor and other project personnel.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service and ability to work in a team-oriented environment.