Engineer 4

Pike Engineering in; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Engineering is seeking an experienced engineer to provide advanced technical expertise and leadership in a defined area. The role emphasizes mentoring, reviews of peer work, and guiding engineering analysis with strong planning and documentation skills.

The ideal candidate will have ABET-accredited degree, PE licensure, 8–12 years in engineering, and proven ability to work independently in demanding utility industry projects.

Qualifications

• 8 to 12 years’ experience as a practicing engineer or equivalent.
• State registration as a Professional Engineer.
• Skilled in engineering theories and principles.
• Experience in Pole Loading Analysis (Joint Use/Facility Attachments).
• Experience in utility industry.
• Ability to deal with diverse backgrounds.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Coaches and mentors other Engineering professionals.
• Reviews work of subordinate Engineering professionals.
• Engineering/technical expertise and guidance in 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 and professional knowledge, skills, and performance.
• Accurate records and files.
• Effective oral and written communication.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Technical guidance

Planning & scheduling

Technical reporting

Communication

Record keeping

Self-motivated

Independent work

Team oriented

Customer oriented

Multitasking

Project management

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree (4-year)

Job description

Position Overview

This is the fourth level of the Engineering classification.Provide engineering/technical expertise to solve complex problems and provide leadership skills to manage work in a specific area of expertise, with increased latitude for un-reviewed work.Incumbents are expected to have advanced skills and have the ability to work independently.

Duties & Responsibilities

With increased Latitude for Un-reviewed work, in the area of expertise will provide:

• coaches and mentors other Engineering professionals
• reviews work of subordinate Engineering professionals
• 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 performanceeffective oral and written communication skills
• accurate records and files

Requirements

• 8 to 12 years’ experience as a practicing engineer or equivalent.
• State registration as a Professional Engineer.
• Skilled in engineering theories and principles.
• Skilled in 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.
• Experience in the utility industry.

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

• Skilled in principles of project management
• Serve as Engineer of Record for pole loading and joint use engineering analyses, including review, approval, and signing/sealing of engineering reports and calculations.
• Ensure engineering work complies with NESC, utility owner standards, and applicable regulatory and safety requirements.
• Exercise independent engineering judgment on complex or non‑standard loading conditions and attachment scenarios.
• 4-year ABET accredited engineering degree (preferably electrical, civil, or mechanical engineering)
• Experience in Pole Loading Analysis (Joint Use/Facility Attachments)
• Experience in 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