Distribution Engineer II (West Palm Beach)

Report To: Distribution Services Director
Direct Reports to This Position: None
Salary Range: $79,703-$93,987
General Description of Position
Provide a supporting role in the design, preparation of specifications, and administrative functions
for assigned engineering projects under the supervision of the incumbent’s immediate supervisor
or other designated professional engineer. The incumbent must be competent/learning to operate
various design software tools required for performing the design and engineering tasks associated
with assignments. The incumbent must also possess an understanding of basic issues associated
with developing engineering packages/construction documentation for the assigned project.
Essential Functions of Position

  1. Design of distribution facilities including overhead and underground. Activities shall
    include, but not be limited to, the following:

    Preliminary design and budgetary estimate.
    Detailed design and estimates.
    Equipment specification and inventory.
    Engineering calculations to assure safety and performance of equipment and
    systems using Pole Foreman or another design tool.
    Possible field visits and other data to accomplish the design.
    Checking completed job for adequacy of design and documentation.
  2. Monitor the project construction activities to ensure compliance with plans and
    specifications. Activities may include, but not be limited to, the following:

    Act as Resident Engineer on small size projects.
    Interpret plans and specifications and apply available information to ensure that
    all project design requirements are satisfied.
    Maintain familiarity with appropriate engineering and construction codes and
    ensure compliance with all codes.
    Prepare and/or monitor construction schedules to ensure timely completion of
    the work.
    Institute and direct changes to the work when required by differing site
    conditions.
    Conduct on-site design or investigation work to ensure adequacy of contractor’s
    methods.
  3. Serve as project engineer or project manager on assigned projects.
  4. Promote efficient flow of information and ensure complete and accurate record keeping.
  5. Be familiar with the Client/Company’s drawing system and design and construction
    standards as well as applicable industry codes and practices.
  6. Work independently based on general instructions, directions or objectives received from
    Project Manager or Supervisor.
  7. Provide direct supervision to staff designers and technicians.
  8. Must possess good technical and engineering design/planning skills, computer and
    financial/project management skills.
  9. Able to analyze results and develop conclusions on problems.
  10. Maintain a program of personal study to expand and improve technical and analytical
    skills.
  11. Keep supervision informed of status of all projects relative to pre-established
    expectations.
  12. Able to work independently and with others while maintaining a high level of initiative
    and self-motivation.
  13. Interpret plans and specifications and apply available information to ensure that all project
    design requirements are satisfied.
  14. Maintain familiarity with appropriate engineering and construction codes and ensure
    compliance with all codes.
    Position Characteristics
  15. Self-starter and outgoing personality traits
  16. Demonstrated leadership skills
  17. Ability to take direction and act independently
  18. Strong communications and organization skills
  19. Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay organized while doing so
    Position Requirements
  20. Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field from an accredited university. Electrical
    Professional Engineer’s license desired (State of Florida).
  21. 2 – 4 years of experience in engineering of related projects.
  22. Strong understanding and knowledge of industry and national codes and standards including
    but not limited to NESC and IEEE.
  23. Experience with system design software, CADD and Microsoft Office products
    required. Strong analytical and management skills
  24. Willingness to travel for site surveys, project scope walks and meetings
Job Category: Engineering
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: West Palm Beach

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