About the Organization

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. (E2) is a professional services firm established in 1988 specializing in a full spectrum of engineering services including, project engineering and design, federal base operations and infrastructure support services, gas pipeline construction and inspection services, environmental consulting and remediation, and information technology services. At E2, we value safety, innovation and collaboration, and we are dedicated to excellence.

Overview

E2 is looking for a mid-level Distribution Engineer to join our team in our greater Portland or Salt Lake City area to support our major electric utility clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing overhead electrical distribution systems with the use of PLS-CADD Software. Projects include Pole Replacements, Covered Conductor Replacements, True Up Modifications, equipment upgrades, and Overhead-to-Underground conversions. The position will work under the direction of the senior engineer and will report directly to the Distribution Supervising Engineer or Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed design and engineering calculations of overhead and/or underground electric distribution systems to comply with the client’s standards, specifications, preferences, and relevant industry standards (GO95, GO128, NESC, RUS etc.).
• Perform field evaluation of proposed installation sites as required.
• Verify Bill of Materials meet the requirements of the design and client needs.
• Design distribution projects with neatness and a small margin for error utilizing PLS-CADD, O-Calc, SPIDA-Calc, or Pole Foreman software.
• Perform engineering calculations such as voltage drop/flicker and pulling tension calculations.
• Conduct electrical design review meetings and provide minutes.
• Interface with project management and designers during the design phase.
• Communicate and coordinate project activities with the supervising engineer, client, and other stakeholders as needed.
• Perform careful quality review activities of junior engineers to ensure the quality of work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering.
• 4-7 years of experience working in distribution design or similar with utility or consulting engineering firm.
• Strong knowledge of electrical distribution systems.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification preferred but not required.
• Experience with distribution design and construction standards for PacifiCorp.
• Experience with PLS-CADD Software.
• Distribution planning work experience strongly preferred.

Benefits

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Work Environment

• This job operates in a professional office environment and uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones. 

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit/ stand for up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to move freely for up to 8 hours per day.

Drug Free Workplace

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace. After accepting an offer of employment, applicants may be required to undergo background checks, drug testing, and/or fit-for-duty physical examination. Drug screens will include, but not be limited to, Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Marijuana Metabolites (THC), Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP). As a federal contractor, E2 cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician.

Solicitation

Please no solicitation of any kind from agencies, staffing, or recruiting firms.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.