Telecom Joint-Use & Construction Engineer

NorthWestern Energy; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Healthcare & wellbeing

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Volunteer opportunities

Paid training

Parental leave

Job summary

NorthWestern Energy in Montana is seeking a Joint Use & Construction Engineer to manage joint use attachments on power poles, review third-party designs, and ensure construction meets standards and codes.

The role requires a B.S. in Engineering (Dec 2026 grads encouraged), knowledge of NESC/NEC, and familiarity with SAP and DDS. Office-based with some field work and a telecommuting option within the service territory.

Qualifications

• Requires a B.S. degree in Engineering; December 2026 grads encouraged to apply.
• Experience with SAP, line design and DDS preferred.
• Knowledge of NESC and NEC.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly and professionally to support data and field requests.
• Review joint use (telecommunication) attachment applications.
• Review engineering work for accuracy and constructability.
• Provide crew instruction, clarification, and guidance during construction as needed.
• Attend meetings to report progress and issues.
• Maintain positive working relationships with all NorthWestern Energy departments and contractors.
• Job time is primarily spent in an office with some field work.
• Ensure safety and ethics compliance.
• Contribute to solutions that meet codes and standards.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Decision making

Education

B.S. in Engineering

2026 graduates encouraged

Tools

SAP

Line design

DDS

NESC/NEC knowledge

Job description

NorthWestern Energy in Montana is seeking a Joint Use & Construction Engineer to manage joint use attachments on power poles, review third-party designs, and ensure construction meets standards and codes.

The role requires a B.S. in Engineering (Dec 2026 grads encouraged), knowledge of NESC/NEC, and familiarity with SAP and DDS. Office-based with some field work and a telecommuting option within the service territory.