Engineer 1 - CC

Pike Corporation; Lutz (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Engineering in Florida seeks an entry-level engineer to provide engineering/technical expertise under close supervision, developing skills toward greater independence. You will broaden your knowledge by solving problems in electrical engineering, documenting analyses, and supporting project work across teams.

You will assist with planning, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring activities, craft thorough technical reports and sketches, and contribute to continuous improvement while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program or equivalent evaluation.
• Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles.
• Ability to research engineering and design issues, evaluate options, and present recommendations.
• Ability to work with diverse individuals and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of distribution construction standards and methods.
• Ability to document calculations, reports and sketches clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering/technical guidance in problem solving under close supervision.
• Plan, organize, estimate, schedule and monitor work activities.
• Prepare accurate technical reports, correspondence, calculations and sketches.
• Pursue continuous improvement of knowledge, skills and performance.
• Communicate effectively in oral and written form.
• Keep accurate records and files and support company goals professionally.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Power quality basics

Written & oral communication

Self-motivated

Work independently

Team-oriented

Leadership

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Advanced Engineering degree from ABET-accredited undergrad institution

Job description

Job Description

Position Overview

This is the first level of the Engineering classification. Provide engineering/technical expertise to solve problems in a specific area of expertise, with close supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop skills in their field of study, and the ability to work with greater independence.

Duties & Responsibilities

Under close supervision, in the area of expertise will provide

• engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of problems
• effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities
• thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches
• continuous improvement of job-related, engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance
• effective oral and written communication skills
• accurate records and files
• support of the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an EAC/ABET accredited Engineering Program OR an approved evaluation of non-ABET credentials by NCEES OR graduation from a Master’s or Doctoral Program in Engineering from an institution with EAC/ABET accredited Undergraduate Engineering Programs.
• Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles.
• Understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.
• Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of basic electricity and power quality.
• Knowledge of Distribution construction standards and methods.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Other Skills/Abilities

• Self-Motivated
• Work independently
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Able to manage multiple tasks and provide leadership to other team members.

Desired Qualifications

• Received a passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.
• Understanding of basic principles of project management
• Experience in the utility industry.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Pike Engineering is an equal opportunity employer

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Pike Engineering is a Non-Union Company

About Us

Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country, and we continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower and equipment to perform any job.

“Essential” is the one word that sums up who we are, the work we do and what our people mean to us. Each of our employees plays a critical role in ensuring that infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them.

Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation and exceptional customer service.

About The Team

Engineering

Pike Engineering employees play critical roles in ensuring that essential services like electric power, gas, telephone and wireless communications are up and running when people and businesses need them. We offer engineering opportunities in transmission and distribution, substations, smart meter technologies, renewable energy, telecommunications, storm damage assessment and more.