JOB TITLE: ASSOCIATE DISTRIBUTION ENGINEER
JOB LOCATION: HOUSTON, TX
WAGE RANGE*: 28.00-30.00 PER HOUR
JOB NUMBER: SAIJP00038703
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
o Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, or related) from an ABET-accredited
institution
o Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
o Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Preferred:
o Internship or academic experience in electric utility or distribution design
o Exposure to AutoCAD, GIS, or utility design software
o Familiarity with NESC or GO95 standards
JOB DESCRIPTION
Entry-level engineering role supporting the design of overhead (OH) and underground (UG) electric distribution systems. This role focuses on infrastructure hardening and wildfire mitigation, performing design and field tasks under the supervision of experienced engineers.
Key Responsibilities:
Independently develop design and construction work packages using AutoCAD, AUD, GIS, and proprietary tools.
Perform basic engineering calculations including pole loading, guying, voltage drop, and conductor sag/tension.
Translate field data into digital design plans for reconductoring, pole replacement, and line hardening.
Interpret utility-provided scope documents and translate them into executable design packages.
Support construction efforts by providing post-construction reviews to ensure standards compliance.
Perform design self-checks prior to submitting packages to the formal QA/QC team.
Learn and use internal field data collection platforms (Apple-based; training provided).
Assist in navigating permitting and utility coordination as needed.
Tools & Software:
AutoCAD, AUD
GIS (ESRI-based)
O-Calc, Pole Foreman or equivalent pole loading tool
Google Earth
Microsoft Office Suite
Proprietary field data collection & design platform (training provided)
Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities
* While an hourly range is posted for this position, an eventual hourly rate is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis which considers multiple factors including but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills and qualifications, education and experience as compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work, if applicable, and market and business considerations. Benefits offered include medical, dental and vision benefits; dependent care flexible spending account; 401(k) plan; voluntary life/short term disability/whole life/term life/accident and critical illness coverage; employee assistance program; sick leave in accordance with regulation. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions. Benefits offered are in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and subject to change at TCM's discretion.
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- Position Id: 26-00622
- Posted 8 days ago
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