SENIOR DISTRIBUTION ENGINEER - LANSDALE, PA

WESTWOOD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC.

WESTWOOD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. is seeking a Senior Distribution Engineer to join our team in our Lansdale, PA office. The Senior Distribution Engineer is primarily responsible for the cost-effective conceptual and engineering solutions to upgrade, expand, maintain, and automate overhead and underground power distribution systems for our clients using various software systems and engineering/construction standards. The Senior Distribution Engineer ensures compliance with client procedures, design standards, state and federal regulatory requirements and safety code requirements. The Senior Distribution Engineer will act as a mentor to less experienced engineers on their team and, at times, will work closely with engineers performing substation, transmission, renewable energy, power storage, and communication design. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with a team of other Distribution Engineers to complete projects for multiple clients across the U.S. ranging from Simple Service designs to Multi-Year Rebuilds/Tie Line Programs. • Willingness to travel to project sites, as necessary, to gather data and interface with clients. • Perform all aspects of designing OH/UG distribution line projects. (line routing, finite element analysis, hardware/conductor selection, technical support during construction, One-Calls, DOT and municipality permitting, right-of-way requests, electrical one-line diagrams) • Possess a deep understanding of each deliverable necessary for the project at hand. Including, but not limited to, plan & profiles, structure load analysis, structure framing, bill of materials and design drawings. • Coordinate internal/external reviews of designs completed prior to final submission. • Maintain great relationships with our existing clients and seek out opportunities with potential future clients.

Required Skills Required Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Civil/Structural, Mechanical or Multi-Disciplinary Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program. • This is a senior level position requiring 3+ years of experience in Power Distribution Design. • Professional disposition and the ability to be open-minded in regards to planning and execution of assigned projects. • Must be able to effectively manage a significant number of projects and mentor less experienced engineers while maintaining work product quality, consistency, accuracy, and reliability. • Advanced knowledge of overhead and/or underground Distribution facilities and understanding of its integration into daily activities. • Experience with NESC, ASCE and IEEE standards • Proficiency in MS Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Project)

FOR PREFERRED CONSIDERATION (NOT REQUIRED):

• EIT with the ability to become registered PE. • Proficiency with AutoCAD, PLS-CADD, PoleForeman, PolyWater Pull-Planner, O-Calc, SPIDAcalc, GIS, IKE

ABOUT WESTWOOD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. (WESTWOOD)

Westwood is a multi-disciplined national surveying and engineering services provider for commercial and residential development, public infrastructure, wind energy, solar energy, energy storage, and electric transmission projects. Westwood was established in 1972 in Minneapolis, Minnesota and has grown to serve clients across the nation from multiple U.S. offices. In 2020, Westwood ranked on the top 150 design firms on Engineering News Record (ENR), #4 on Zweig Group’s Hot Firm’s List, and #9 on Best Firms to Work For, all national industry lists and record-breaking rankings for the firm.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Basic understanding of pertinent codes and governing regulations and industry practices

Basic knowledge of applicable codes and standards as well as project procedures

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Understanding of multiple engineering disciplines

Must possess a DOE “L” clearance or the ability to obtain a DOE “L” Clearance