Distribution Design Engineering (Remote , Need locals to Pittsburgh, PA)
Posted Today by Protos IT
Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
Remote
Summary: The role of Associate Distribution Engineer involves electric utility design engineering, primarily focused on the Western PA area, with a preference for candidates located in Pittsburgh, PA or Framingham, MA. The position is a contract-to-hire opportunity lasting over six months, requiring both field and office work. Candidates must possess a relevant engineering degree and demonstrate the ability to perform design engineering tasks while adhering to safety and operational standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct field inspections (20-30% of time).
- Develop engineering design packages for construction crews (60-80% of time).
- Perform administrative tasks (10% of time).
Key Skills:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil preferred).
- 0+ years of relevant experience in electric utility design engineering.
- Comfortable in field office settings.
- Ability to lift 20 pounds and walk up to 2 miles on unpaved surfaces.
- Reliable transportation for local job-related travel.
- Experience with the National Electric Safety Code (NESC) preferred.
- Familiarity with pole loading software or GIS systems.
- Strong communication skills, both written and interpersonal.
- Collaborative and inclusive attitude.
- Professional dress and demeanor.
Salary (Rate): £25 hourly
City: Pittsburgh
Country: USA
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Entry Level
Industry: Engineering
Job Title: Distribution Design Engineering
Location: Remote (Need locals to Pittsburgh, PA)
Duration: 6 + Months Contract to hire role
Our client is lookinf for an Associate Distribution Engineer for electric utility design engineering to work in the Western PA area (preferrably Pittsburgh, PA) or Framingham MA
Required Skills
Bachelors of Science in Engineering degree or Master s degree (Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil preferred) is required and 0+ years of prior relevant experience. Relevant experience is either working directly with an electric utility or an electric utility consulting company, performing design engineering.
Must be comfortable in both a field office setting
Must be able to lift 20 pounds
Must be able to walk up to 2 miles on unpaved surfaces
Candidate must provide their own reliable transportation
Local customer/job-related travel is anticipated and will be reimbursed at IRS approved rates
Preferred Skills
Experience with the National Electric Safety Code (NESC)
Familiarity with pole loading software or GIS systems
Fundamentals of Engineer Certifications
Strong communication skills, written and interpersonal
Collaborative and inclusive of individuals of diverse backgrounds and geographic locations
Positive attitude
Ability to work effectively in teams
Professional dress and demeanor
TYPICAL DAY
20-30% Field Inspections
60-80% Engineering and development of design packages for construction crews
10% Performing administrative tasks