Engineering Technician I — Field & Standards Specialist

Coserv; Corinth (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

CoServ is seeking an Engineering Technician 1 to perform engineering calculations and analyze material applications for utility distribution. You will establish material specifications, develop functional specs, and review new materials for CoServ’s systems, while conducting field validations and supporting complex projects.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Operations and multiple departments, with documentation integrated into CoServ manuals and standards.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must have ability to work independently and in teams with minimal supervision.
• Must have ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects/tasks.
• Must have ability to work under strict deadlines and have a high level of problem-solving skills.
• Must have an advanced knowledge of CoServ’s overhead and underground design standards.
• Must have an advanced knowledge of CoServ’s Designer/Work Management systems.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook with an ability to learn additional software packages.
• Must have an advanced understanding of CoServ’s Tariff for Electric Service including CoServ’s Line Extension Policy.
• Must have an advanced understanding of NESC, NEC and OSHA requirements.
• Knowledge in opening energized equipment for engineering purposes.
• Ability to follow rules in employee handbook.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated, take ownership of job responsibilities, and be proactive in seeking solutions.
• Able to work both in a team and independently when required.
• Comfortable with working repetitive processes.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong investigative and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Establishes material specifications and prepares cut sheets for the development of CoServ construction units.
• Develops functional specifications for utilization in material selection.
• Reviews new material for applications and utilization on CoServ’s utility systems.
• Conduct field validation with the assistance of Operations personnel for the application of material and development of CoServ’s standards.
• Assist with providing technical and field support related to material on complex projects.
• Incorporates information and documentation into CoServ documents including Standards manual, Electric Service Policy, and Distribution Reference Guidelines.
• Acts as point of contact for Standards revision requests.
• Applies broad experience and comprehensive technical knowledge of utility distribution systems to solve new or obscure problems relating to technical, regulatory, and procedural matters.
• Works directly to support the objectives of the Standards department by focusing on internal and external stakeholder communication and timely resolution of outstanding projects.
• Performs engineering calculations to analyze equipment utilization opportunities and to prepare design and operation best practices documentation for other departments’ reference.
• Assists in maintenance of CoServ’s Standards manuals, material specifications, reference documents, and construction unit database.
• Reviews and investigates stakeholder concerns and recommends corrective measures as necessary.
• Requests, performs, or directs the testing of materials and interprets results to ensure compliance with project specifications; prepares written reports and recommends alternatives.
• Assures that adequate departmental activities records are maintained, and that appropriate periodic and special reports are prepared and distributed.
• Prepares and reviews engineering plans, reports, studies, and related documents to make equipment recommendations.
• Prepares scopes, cost estimates, specifications, special provisions, and related documents for assigned projects.
• Research existing technical data which is pertinent for equipment evaluation and utilization.
• Develops and monitors production and project schedule.
• Generates technical detailed drawings as necessary to communicate with stakeholders.
• Complies with established CoServ safety and operating rules, procedures and guidelines including reporting unsafe practices to a supervisor.
• Complies with established CoServ Information Security Handbook, policies, procedures, and guidelines including reporting suspected information security incidents to Tech Support.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Multitasking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent in Engineering/Geography/Business or 2 years experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Geography/Business or 4 years experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

CoServ is seeking an Engineering Technician 1 to perform engineering calculations and analyze material applications for utility distribution. You will establish material specifications, develop functional specs, and review new materials for CoServ’s systems, while conducting field validations and supporting complex projects.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Operations and multiple departments, with documentation integrated into CoServ manuals and standards.