Engineer I - CC

RiseMe; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Pike Engineering is seeking an entry-level engineer to provide technical expertise under close supervision across electrical utility projects. You will analyze problems and contribute to the preparation of technical documents.

This role involves a mix of office and field work, with emphasis on safety and continuous learning in transmission, distribution, and storm-related tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC-accredited program or equivalent.
• Understanding of fundamental engineering theories and principles.
• Knowledge of distribution construction standards and methods.
• Understanding of basic electricity and power quality.
• Awareness of project management principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering/technical expertise in identifying, analyzing, and resolving problems.
• Plan, organize, estimate, schedule, and monitor work activities.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, calculations, and sketches.
• Support storm restoration activities as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and files.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Electricity & power quality

Project management basics

Engineering industry knowledge

Driver's license

FE exam passed

Education

ABET/EAC accredited Engineering degree or equivalent

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.

Essential Functions

Under close supervision, you 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


• 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

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.

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.

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.