Power Engineering Technologist I

Pike Corporation; Fletcher (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Pike Engineering is seeking an entry-level professional to support our Engineering team in Fletcher, NC. The role combines office and field work, applying technical skills to design safe, reliable power distribution solutions while learning design tools and company workflows.

You will enter data accurately, develop foundational project requirements, and participate in continuous learning through mentorship and training with experienced engineers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; some client projects may require an Associate degree from a two-year college or technical school.
• 0–2 years of experience in power distribution engineering, electrical craft work, or GIS/CAD-related work.
• Regular attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Regular on-site attendance is required; no remote work.
• Interpret and comply with applicable codes, regulations, policies, and procedures while maintaining project documentation.
• Assist with development of complete project and job packages, including drawings, material lists, estimates, and requisitions, using design software and work management tools.
• Prepare project packages—drawings, material lists, estimates, requisitions—using company and client design software.
• Provide regular project status updates and build strong working relationships with internal and external partners to meet timelines and objectives.
• Engage in continuous learning and mentorship from experienced team members and engineers.
• Participate in storm restoration activities as needed.

Skills

Power distribution engineering

Electrical craft work

GIS/CAD related work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree (2-year college/technical school)

Tools

GIS

CAD

Design software

Job description

Position Overview:

This is an entry-level position that supports our Engineering team and reports directly to regional operational leadership. The role includes a combination of office and field work, providing hands‑on experience applying technical skills to help design safe, reliable, and cost‑effective solutions for power distribution projects. You should be comfortable learning design tools, following company and client workflows and procedures, accurately entering data, and developing a foundational understanding of each project's technical requirements.

Essential Functions:

• This role requires regular on‑site attendance and is not eligible for remote or hybrid work.

• Interpret and comply with all applicable codes, regulations, policies, and procedures while maintaining accurate, well‑organized project documentation.

• Support Project Design & Preparation: Assist with the development of complete project and job packages, including drawings, material lists, estimates, and requisitions, using company and client design software and work management tools.

• Develop Technical Field & Construction Knowledge: Prepare comprehensive project and job packages—such as drawings, material lists, estimates, and requisitions—while utilizing company and client design software and work management tools.

• Provide regular project status updates and build strong working relationships with internal and external partners to ensure expectations, timelines, and business objectives are met.

• Engage in Continuous Learning & Mentorship: Actively build technical, design, and field knowledge through ongoing training and mentorship from experienced team members, supervisors, and Professional Engineers.

• Participate in storm restoration activities as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• Regular attendance is required.

• High school diploma or GED (Certain client projects or contractual requirements may require an Associate degree from a two - year college or technical school).

• 0-2 years of experience in power distribution engineering, electrical craft work, or GIS/CAD-related work.

Other Abilities:

• Valid driver's license and vehicle suitable for business use (mileage reimbursement may apply).

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This role involves primarily office-based work with regular sitting and frequent use of hands for computer and tool handling, and talking and hearing throughout the day. The position also includes occasional standing, walking, reaching, climbing or balancing, and stooping or kneeling during field activities. We may require employees to lift up to 10 pounds regularly. The job also requires visual abilities, including close and distance vision, color distinction, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Reasonable accommodations can 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

If this sounds like you, come join the PIKE family.

NOTE: We do not intend this job description 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.