Engineer I - CC

Pike Corporation; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Pike Corporation in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking an entry‑level Engineer to provide engineering and technical expertise under close supervision. You will develop skills in your field, apply basic engineering theories, and gain the confidence to work with greater independence across office and field tasks.

The role sits within Pike Engineering and involves safety, documentation, teamwork, and occasional storm restoration support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET accredited program or equivalent evaluation by NCEES.
• Understanding of basic electricity and power quality.
• Knowledge of distribution construction standards and methods.

Responsibilities

• Engineering/technical expertise and guidance in problem identification and resolution.
• Effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, calculations, and sketches.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of knowledge and performance.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Support Pike Engineering's goals and represent the company positively.
• Participate in storm restoration activities as needed.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Field and office work

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

ABET-accredited Engineering degree or NCEES evaluation

Job description

Position Overview:

This is the first level of the Engineering classification where you will provide engineering/technical expertise to solve problems in a specific area of expertise, with close supervision. You will develop skills in your field of study, and the ability to work with greater independence.

Pike Engineering offers a wide variety of benefits including but not limited to Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Paid Time Off; 401(k); Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Employee and Dependent Basic Life Insurance; Employee and Dependent Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment; Short Term Disability; Long Term Disability; Critical Illness; Accident and Whole Life Insurance; Legal Services, Identity Theft, and Cyber Security; Employee Discounts and Service Awards. All health care benefits are available upon election on day one (1) of your employment with Pike.

The compensation range for this position is between$58,000.00 and $68,000.00.

Essential Functions:

• Engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of problems
• Effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities
• Detailed and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches
• Continuous improvement of job-related, engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance
• Accurate records and files
• Support of Pike Engineering's goals and represents the company positively and professionally
• Participate in storm restoration activities as need

Minimum Requirements:

• Regular attendance is required
• 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
• Understanding of basic electricity and power quality
• Knowledge of Distribution construction standards and methods

Other Abilities:

• Valid driver's license
• Received a passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam
• Understanding of basic principles of project management
• Knowledge of the utility industry

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this role.

This position combines office and field work. In the office, it involves regular sitting, frequent computer and tool use, and continuous communication. In the field, employees work in outdoor environments such as roadside areas and construction sites, often on uneven terrain and in varying weather conditions.

The role requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods, perform activities such as reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, or kneeling, and lift up to 10 pounds regularly. Visual abilities including close and distance vision, color distinction, peripheral vision, and depth perception are necessary.

Regular travel to job sites, including occasional overnight stays and emergency response work, may be required. A strong focus on safety, adaptability, and teamwork is essential.

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Work Environment:

Your work will involve a mix of office and field work. While most duties are performed in a typical office setting, you may occasionally perform work outdoors in various weather conditions and in areas that you or others elevate or deem hazardous. Some tasks may also involve exposure to a risk of electrical shock during field visits. We make reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities.

Our Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• HSA, dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance, and short-term and long-term disability
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and family and medical leave

If this sounds like you, come join the PIKE family.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Pike Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.