Job DescriptionPosition Overview:This is the third level of the Engineering classification where you will provide engineering/technical expertise to solve more complex problems and provide leadership skills to manage work in a specific area of expertise, with minimal supervision. You are expected to develop advanced skills and to have the ability to work independently.
Essential Functions:Under minimal supervision, in the area of expertise will provide:
- Engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of problems
- Effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities
- Detailed and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches
- Continuous improvement of job-related, engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance
- Maintain accurate records and files
Minimum Requirements:- Regular attendance is required
- 4 to 8 years of experience as a practicing engineer or state registration as a Professional Engineer
- Proficient in engineering theories and principles
- Proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations
Other Abilities:- Valid driver's license
- Registered Professional Engineer
- Proficient in principles of project management
- Experience in the utility industry
Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this role.
This position combines office and field work. In the office, it involves regular sitting, frequent computer and tool use, and continuous communication. In the field, employees work in outdoor environments such as roadside areas and construction sites, often on uneven terrain and in varying weather conditions.
The role requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods, perform activities such as reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, or kneeling, and lift up to 10 pounds regularly. Visual abilities including close and distance vision, color distinction, peripheral vision, and depth perception are necessary.
Regular travel to job sites, including occasional overnight stays and emergency response work, may be required. A strong focus on safety, adaptability, and teamwork is essential.
Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Work Environment:Your work will involve a mix of office and field work. While most duties are performed in a typical office setting, you may occasionally perform work outdoors in various weather conditions and in areas that you or others elevate or deem hazardous. Some tasks may also involve exposure to a risk of electrical shock during field visits. We make reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities.
Our Benefits:- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- HSA, dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) with company match
- Life insurance, and short-term and long-term disability
- Paid time off, paid holidays, and family and medical leave
If this sounds like you, come join the PIKE family.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Equal Employment OpportunityPike Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.
About UsAbout Us Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country, and we continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower and equipment to perform any job.
"Essential" is the one word that sums up who we are, the work we do and what our people mean to us. Each of our employees plays a critical role in ensuring that infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them.
Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation and exceptional customer service.
About the TeamEngineering Pike Engineering employees play critical roles in ensuring that essential services like electric power, gas, telephone and wireless communications are up and running when people and businesses need them. We offer engineering opportunities in transmission and distribution, substations, smart meter technologies, renewable energy, telecommunications, storm damage assessment and more.
