What are the responsibilities and job description for the Distribution Design Engineer position at Valdes Architecture & Engineering?
Responsibilities
Provide engineering and design services on overhead and underground utility distribution line projects (34kV and below)
Prepare distribution line designs using client’s network software, design standards, and design processes.
Working on multiple projects while prioritizing work
Interface with utility clients and collaboration with design team
Preparation and development of distribution construction packages for both overhead and underground projects
Utilizing GIS information to aide in design
Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members
Regularly meet and correspond with clients, equipment suppliers, surveyors, and construction personnel
Typical assignments include
Design for distribution facilitates utilizing client standards including, overhead and underground distribution for new/rebuild line projects as well as pole replacements, grid automation, new customer interconnections, cable replacements, joint-use, and cable vaults
Prepare design calculations and material selection per design standards
Field walkdowns
Response to field questions during construction.
GIS mapping
Qualifications
Bachelor degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering
2-5 years of distribution engineering experience required
Must possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future
Salary : $100,000 - $120,000
