Power Distribution Engineering Technician

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.; Lansdale (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Power Distribution Engineering Technician (Field Support) to perform field inspections, staking requests, and assist in design of overhead and underground facilities across voltage levels.

You will follow safety codes and client standards while learning from a Senior Technician. This entry-level role emphasizes developing field surveying skills, data gathering, and proficiency with tools like AutoCAD, GIS, and other engineering software.

Qualifications

• 0-2yrs experience.
• HS diploma or equivalent
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other Windows-based programs
• Ability to interpret data and solve problems
• Associates degree (Preferred)
• Experience with NESC, ASCE and IEEE standards (Preferred)
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, GIS, IKE PoleForeman, MicroStation, O-Calc, SPIDAcalc (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Drive to and from job sites, conduct field surveys and data gathering to support project design and development.
• Perform staking requests for engineers with limited supervision using a GPS locating device.
• Stake the locations of facilities using technical design drawings.
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot issues on site and during project execution.
• Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation and provide updates on assigned tasks.
• Learn client-specific engineering software tools to view technical drawings and documentation.
• Pursue continued professional growth with specific technologies.

Job description

Description

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Power Distribution Engineering Technician. The Power Distribution Engineering Technician (Field Support) will be responsible for conducting field inspections and staking requests while, at times, performing assignments associated with the design and engineering of overhead and underground facilities of various voltage levels. The Power Distribution Engineering Technician (Field Support) ensures compliance with safety code requirements, state and federal regulatory requirements, client procedures, and design standards. They will execute fielding/staking requests and learn projects under the lead of a Senior Engineering Technician, working closely with engineers performing other distribution, renewable energy, power storage, and communication designs.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drive to and from job sites, conduct field surveys and/or gather data to support project design and development.
• Perform staking requests for engineers with limited supervision using a GPS locating device.
• Stake the locations of facilities using technical design drawings.
• Work closely with team members to troubleshoot issues and provide potential solutions while on site and during project execution.
• Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation as well as provide updates on assigned tasks.
• Learn and utilize client-specific engineering software tools to view technical drawings and documentation.
• Show continued professional growth with specific technologies and actively seek opportunities for professional growth.

Required Skills:

• 0-2yrs experience.
• HS diploma or equivalent
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other Windows-based programs
• Ability to interpret data and solve problems

Preferred Experience:

• Associate’s degree
• Relevant Industry Experience
• Experience with NESC, ASCE and IEEE standards.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, GIS, IKE PoleForeman, MicroStation, O-Calc, SPIDAcalc

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative "One Team" mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients’ success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make. We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.