Engineering Technologist - Hybrid Remote

Hoosier Energy; Indiana; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking an Engineering Assistant focused on the design and specification of substation and transmission systems. The role involves supporting engineers, preparing drawings, and conducting site inspections, requiring strong technical skills and communication abilities. This full-time, hybrid position is based at the Owen Co. Operations Center in Spencer, Indiana.

Qualifications

• Two years of progressively more technical responsibility in design or construction of substations.
• Entry-level engineers may be considered.
• Broad knowledge of electric utility design for 69-345kV levels.

Responsibilities

• Prepares engineering drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Performs site inspections and quality control reviews.
• Creates and updates 3D substation models and drafting standards.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Problem solving

Advanced computer skills including AutoCAD

Analytical skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Applied Sciences or Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Microsoft Office Suite

PLS-CADD

Job description

Job Category: Engineering

Requisition Number: ENGIN002320

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• Full-Time
• Hybrid

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Owen Co. Ops Center
211 Indiana 43
Spencer, IN 47460, USA

Owen Co. Ops Center
211 Indiana 43
Spencer, IN 47460, USA

Assists with the design and specification of assigned substation, transmission, protection, and communications systems. Supports Power System Design engineers and field personnel by performing technical field and office work including drafting plans, creating cost estimates, and performing site inspections. Completes engineering design in accordance with pre-determined design standards under the supervision of Power System Design engineers.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares drawings, material lists, and specifications for assigned substation, transmission, protection, and communications systems in accordance with established standards and practices under the supervision of Power System Design engineers.
• Prepares necessary paperwork and performs field measurements and calculations required for joint use of transmission and communications infrastructure.
• Prepares wiring diagrams from schematic drawings and established standards and practices.
• Performs site inspections and ensures engineering records conform to field conditions.
• Performs quality control reviews of engineering prints under the supervision of Power System Design engineers.
• Assists with right of way and property procurement as it relates to the construction of electric facilities.
• Creates and updates 3D substation models, line models, and fabrication drawings to support Power System Design engineers.
• Creates and updates drafting standards.
• Updates and manages drawings and design documents from field markups to create as-built documents.
• Creates project estimates based upon established scopes and design standards and practices.
• Facilitates internal and external collaboration by maintaining effective channels of communication with other departments and divisions, as well as with distribution member systems and interconnected utilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education:

• Associate’s Degree in Applied Sciences, Engineering Technology or technology related field preferred

Experience:

• Two years' of progressively more technical responsibility in the design or construction of substation or transmission facilities and equipment minimum
• Other levels of experience may be considered including entry level engineer

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Interpersonal skills and ability to contribute to collaborative, interdisciplinary teams
• Ability to manage multiple projects with varying scopes and timelines
• Demonstrated level of professionalism and positive attitude
• Ability to exercise flexibility to work effectively in a changing environment
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills to identify, anticipate and resolve problems at hand
• Advanced computer and technological skills including AutoCAD, Inventor, Microsoft Office Suite, and PLS-CADD
• Strong analytical skills to convert measurements when drafting and reviewing field markups
• Broad knowledge of electric utility design and construction for 69, 138, 161, and 345kV levels.

Hoosier Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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