Outside Plant Engineer

GCS; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GCS is seeking an experienced Utility/Electrical Engineer to help analyze loads, forecast long-term power demands, and support infrastructure expansion. You will develop planning models, reports, and presentations while collaborating with utility providers and cross-functional teams.

The role focuses on capacity planning, power systems knowledge, and effective communication with stakeholders. This remote position offers opportunities to influence network growth and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field required or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze utility loads and existing power capacity to support future infrastructure requirements.
• Forecast long-term utility and power demands based on growth trends and engineering data.
• Evaluate infrastructure capacity and identify potential constraints or improvement opportunities.
• Develop technical reports, planning models, presentations, and engineering documentation.
• Support strategic infrastructure expansion and network optimization initiatives.
• Work closely with utility providers, vendors, and cross-functional engineering teams.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend efficient infrastructure solutions.
• Present engineering insights and recommendations to project stakeholders and leadership.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Are you an engineering professional who enjoys working with data, solving complex infrastructure challenges, and planning for future network growth?

We're looking for a Utility/Electrical Engineer to join an exciting infrastructure planning initiative. This role is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of utility systems, power requirements, capacity planning, and engineering analysis.

What You'll Be Working On:

• Analyze utility loads and existing power capacity to support future infrastructure requirements.


• Forecast long-term utility and power demands based on growth trends and engineering data.


• Evaluate infrastructure capacity and identify potential constraints or improvement opportunities.


• Develop technical reports, planning models, presentations, and engineering documentation.


• Support strategic infrastructure expansion and network optimization initiatives.


• Work closely with utility providers, vendors, and cross-functional engineering teams.


• Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend efficient infrastructure solutions.


• Present engineering insights and recommendations to project stakeholders and leadership.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.


• Experience in Construction Engineering, Utility Planning, Electrical Engineering, Telecom Infrastructure, or Capacity Planning.


• Hands-on experience with engineering analysis, forecasting, load assessments, or infrastructure planning.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and technical reporting.


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.


• Ability to work independently in a remote work environment.


• Experience with power systems, electrical distribution, fiber networks, or telecommunications infrastructure.


• Knowledge of utility load calculations and capacity forecasting.


• Experience working with utility companies, vendors, or engineering consultants.

Work Arrangement:

Remote

If you have the technical expertise and analytical mindset to help shape future infrastructure growth, we'd love to hear from you!