Distribution Electrical Engineering Intern

Electrical Distribution Project Engineer *
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Electrical Distribution Project Engineer *
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HDR Engineering is currently seeking an Electrical Distribution Project Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals.
Having developed foundational expertise in overhead and underground distribution line design, you will be ready to undertake a more complex and responsible role requiring you to work independently while at times, directing, mentoring, training, and/or supervising less-experienced EITs and/or designers.
As an Electrical Distribution Project Engineer your role will encompass the following:
Preparing all technical aspects and deliverables associated with the conceptual and detailed design of overhead and underground electric power distribution systems, distribution system planning, lighting design, grounding and lightning protection.
Coordinating the preparation of construction packages for overhead and underground distribution lines including plan and profile drawings, structure assemblies and details, stringing charts, staking tables, bills of material, and other applicable details.
Assigning tasks and providing guidance to junior team members and coordinating quality control reviews for work performed by EITs and/or Designers.
Identifying and implementing learning opportunities for EITs and/or Designers through such methods as job shadowing, assigning specific project tasks, show and tell, lunch n learns and general knowledge sharing.
Performing quality control reviews of projects from other teams as needed.
Providing engineering input on specific project design issues and questions.
Conducting engineering analyses to develop design options.
Providing input to the development of project manhours estimates and task schedules.
Effectively managing multiple tasks for multiple projects while being cognizant of schedule and budget.
Performing site visits during the design, construction, and as-built phases of projects, including participating in field reviews or construction observation.
electrical clearance calculations,
electrical load calculations,
Minimum 4 years of experience in distribution planning, distribution modeling, distribution coordination, distribution line design.
Experience performing structural analysis, plan and profile preparation, line optimization, preparing specifications and drawings, and other engineering documents required for overhead and underground line projects.
Experience using PLS-CADD and other design software
Minimum 4 years of experience performing aspects associated with overhead and underground electrical distribution system analysis and design, lighting design, distribution field staking, joint-use field review and design, and knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC). Experience with electrical and planning analysis software i.e. Experience with design tools for pole loading analysis: i.e. Experience using Cad software packages for Electrical Distribution i.e. PLS-CADD, MicroStation/AutoCAD/ArcGIS
Experience performing aspects associated with electrical distribution modeling and planning, distribution coordination, developing construction work plans, developing long range plans, distribution line design and staking, National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) knowledge, and low voltage lighting design.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
Computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software. (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit)
This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Full-time
Transmission/Distribution Eng
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. Employment type Full-time

Job function Management, Consulting, and Engineering
Industries Oil and Gas, Utilities, and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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