Electric Utility Designer / Project Coordinator - Reading, PA

ORBITAL Engineering Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Life and AD&D insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks an Electric Utility Designer / Project Coordinator to support transmission line projects in Reading, PA.

On-site role with emphasis on design, data entry, and administrative duties, including field data analysis and client coordination. Candidate should have electric utility design or construction project administration experience and be prepared to work in a dynamic environment with responsibilities across design, GIS data analytics, and invoicing.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline with 10 years of transmission line design experience.
• Must be organized and able to keep data organized from start to finish on a project.
• Ability to prioritize work on multiple projects and communicate project statuses clearly.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and business enterprise software; data entry and reporting skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; able to pass drug/alcohol tests as required.

Responsibilities

• Update work packages and close out work requests.
• Analyze field data to update design software for proper implementation.
• Communicate with clients and team to determine best engineering solutions.
• Manage project schedule and budget; report status to management.
• Interact with clients on-site and support field and office activities.
• Document project information for accounting and reporting.

Skills

Organized

Time management

Strong communication

Team coordination

Driving license

Education

Associate degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP software

Job description

Job Title:

Electric Utility Designer / Project Coordinator

Location:

Reading, PA - onsite

FLSA Classification

Non-exempt

Job Description:

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is currently seeking a Electric Utility Designer / Project Coordinator to support transmission line projects in the Reading, PA area. Preference will be given for candidates who reside within reasonable commuting distance of Reading, PA. The role will focus on supporting transmission line engineering and construction projects such as work request closeouts, data entry, and other administrative duties as needed. Electric utility design or construction project administration experience is required.

This position will directly support projects within the Department’s transmission engineering design projects. Additionally, staff will support GIS data analytics, creation of notifications, work orders, invoicing, and financial reports utilizing enterprise resource planning software.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Update work packages, close out work requests, perform data entry, and other administrative duties as needed.
• Ability to analyze field collected data to accurately update applicable software packages for successful design implementation
• Communicate with others, including co-workers and clients, to agree on the best solution for engineering design
• Accountable for work assigned and responsible for completing work on project schedule and within project budget while regularly communicating status with management team
• Frequently communicates with Client(s)
• Provides timely and detailed documentation and support to Orbital accounting functions for ensuring projects are on budget and appropriately accounted
• Can transcribe notes, use measuring devices to identify, inspect, and record the data which is found in an organized manner
• Can endure frequent driving, standing, walking (numerous miles a day), navigating (on foot or in a vehicle), and balancing objects which may weigh up to 20 pounds in congested and/or complex terrain
• As needed, must be able to work in all weather conditions and in residential, commercial, and industrial areas

• Work is primarily office based but fieldwork may be needed throughout the engineering design process
• Will be required to attend meetings at clients’ sites and regularly interact with the general public, including landowners and operators

Other Duties

Please note that this job posting does not list all duties and responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements

• Associates Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related technical discipline with 10 years of experience in transmission line design.
• Must be an organized person who can keep data organized from start to finish on a project
• Ability to prioritize work on multiple projects and effectively communicate project statuses
• Computer proficiency including general Microsoft Office products, design, and business enterprise software
• Effective written and oral communication at all levels within an organizational structure
• Must have dependable transportation and a valid driver’s license with insurance
• Must be able to pass a fit for duty testAbility to work in an office setting
• This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings/schematics
• Working knowledge of electrical transmission and distribution assets and/or communication equipment construction
• Familiar with Design and Checking practices for engineering drawings and deliverables
• Familiar with Safe Work Practices and PPE applications

Location Note:

This is an on-site position. Compensation is based on market data and internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s location.

Salary Range:

$26.00 - $34.00/hr (based on experience, qualifications, and location)

Benefits:

• medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• 401(k)-retirement savings plan
• supplemental insurance options
• company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• company-paid short-term disability coverage
• generous paid time off program

About Orbital:

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Since 1969, Orbital has been specializing in project development, project execution and asset management for the heavy industrial sectors and utilities. Our regional offices, hands‑on mentality, and world‑wide integrated teams provide an ability to leverage subject matter experts and industry best‑practices wherever a project may lie geographically. Our focus steadfastly remains on finding and delivering the best solution, regardless of where that team sits across our organization. At Orbital, our power is our people.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.