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Distribution Engineer II

Key Facts

Full time
Mid-level (2-5 years)
English

Other Skills

  • Scheduling
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Time Management
  • Solutions Focused
  • Detail Oriented
  • Problem Solving

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or Electrical Engineering (preferred)
  • PE license (preferred)
  • 3+ years of engineering design experience within Transmission and Distribution (TD) and Underground (UG) power utilities projects

Requirements:

  • Manage project budgets and schedules, identifying deviations early to ensure technical excellence and on-time delivery
  • Coordinate design work across disciplines, make major design recommendations, and assist in producing construction documents (plans, specifications, calculations, and quantity takeoffs)
  • Perform quality assurance on drawings and calculations, interpret/apply client, company, and field standards, and maintain proficiency with local codes and industry standards
  • Assist in proposals for new work via scope and fee development and analyze/solve construction and operational problems

Job description

Overview:

Distribution Engineer II - Portland, OR (Remote)

 

At NV5, we are a team of talented professionals, engineers, and consultants who are builders, problem solvers, and champions for both our communities and clients. Our mission is to empower every employee who strives to make a lasting, positive impact for the future of our communities.

 

Join us and take charge of your career, creating your own growth while building a sustainable legacy for generations to come. As part of our team, you'll discover limitless opportunities to make meaningful contributions while advancing professionally. You'll work with diverse and talented group of individuals committed to making a positive impact on the communities in which we live and work.

As our Distribution Engineer II, you will support our Transmission & Distribution electrical design group. You will contribute to teams in the delivery of mechanical systems, electrical systems and substation solutions through planning, engineering, & design. Our Engineers are responsive, proactive, solutions-oriented professional, working collaboratively within a team environment. 

 

This is a full time remote position based in Portland, OR. 

 

Join us in embracing innovative solutions that drive efficiency and resilience in Power Delivery.

 

 

Responsibilities:

Other Responsibilities include:

  • Follow and be responsive to budgets and schedules; identify departures or issues early to meet client expectations for technical excellence, budget and schedule. 
  • Will be assigned to project teams and may make major design recommendations. 
  • Coordinate all design work with other team disciplines. 
  • Provide quality assurance checks on drawing packages and calculations prepared by others. 
  • Interpret and apply client, company, and field standards as needed. 
  • Increase knowledge of relevant local codes and industry standards 
  • Design, manage plan production by staff, and assist in production of construction documents, including plans, specifications, calculations, and quantity takeoffs. 
  • Provide quality assurance checks on drawing packages and calculations prepared by others. 
  • Interpret and apply client, company, and industry standards as needed. 
  • Demonstrate proficient knowledge of appropriate local codes and industry standards. 
  • Analyze and solve construction and operational problems. 
  • Assist in the preparation of proposals for new work via scope and fee development. 
Qualifications:

We are seeking the following qualifications:

 

    • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field such as Civil or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience. 
    • Master’s degree in an appropriate field - Civil Engineering or Electrical Engineering. (Preferred) 
    • PE license (Preferred) 
    • 3+ years of engineering & design experience within Transmission & Distribution (T&D), Underground (UG) engineering power utilities projects. 

 

NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

 

 

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