Electric Power Distribution Designer - E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc.

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 an Electric Power Distribution Designer to join our team in Southern California (remote work is also available) to support several major electric utility clients.  The successful candidate will design and prepare construction orders related to underground and overhead facilities associated with electric power distribution systems applying engineering principles, prescribed standards, guides, specifications, and practical design solutions. The position will work under the direction of the Team Lead and will report directly to the Department Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct field walks in a variety of conditions to gather pertinent infrastructure information.
• Works with engineering and design team to produce and/or review overhead and underground distribution design packages, including construction drawings, materials inventory (install and removals), voltage drop calculations, environmental/FAA/permitting releases, easements, fielding photos, and notes, distribution planning coordination requests, and GIS maps.
• Apply the Clients’ standards, guidelines, specifications, practices, and procedures or appropriate industry standards in preparing layouts of underground electric distribution facilities.
• Support documentation process for projects including technical specifications, tender documents, technical reports and project calculations and ensure accuracy, completeness and quality of technical information.
• Reviews design documents and drawings for accuracy and completeness, addressing any discrepancies or issues identified during the review process.
• Ensures and maintains compliance with applicable company and client standards and procedures.
• Provides technical support to junior designers.
• Participates in special projects or tasks as required.

Qualifications:

Required

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering/Technology or similar degree.
• 0-3 years of electric distribution design experience – Associate Designer.
• 4-7 years of electric distribution design experience –Designer.
• 8-12 years of electric distribution design experience – Senior Designer.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Strong experience using AutoCAD and/or GIS systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred

• Minimum three (3) years’ experience with distribution design and construction standards for SDG&E.

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.

Wage Data Per State Requirements:

Salary range for this position is $72,800 - $104,000.  The starting salary will be commensurate with skill level, education, experience, and working environment.

 

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.