Distribution Designer/Engineer

DEA’s Energy Business Unit is currently hiring a Distribution Designer to work out of our Puget Sound Region. The responsibilities for this position will include working closely with project engineers and project managers on multidiscipline project teams providing electrical engineering and technical knowledge. The position entails performing detailed design of distribution systems. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Learn and interpret maps and blueprints
• Use AutoCAD to develop plan drawings
• Will work under supervision applying prescribed methods and standard electrical engineering practices while performing specific tasks within projects and assisting other engineering staff on more complex projects
• Perform design coordination, drawing reviews, and create mark-ups
• Perform site visits to create sketches, red lines, and gather information for as-builts
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines as required. Foster constructive communication between disciplines
• Outline, set up, organize, and maintain project drawings according to applicable standards
• Maintain accurate records and files and a high level of organization

Basic Qualifications:

• Up to (2) years of experience as an electric utility or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to do the work.
• Proficient with AutoCAD or MicroStation
• Ability to effectively interact with project and work teams.
• Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure situations while maintaining focus and calmness.
• Ability to provide timely assessments with limited information and/or assumptions.
• Ability to work in a team, maintain project timelines, and budgets, and deliver on commitments.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms; make decisions with guidance in accordance with established policies and procedures and use initiative and judgment in completing tasks and responsibilities in a timely and accurate manner; identify and solve problems; become familiar with industry-specific terminology and symbology; maintain a high level of attention-to-detail.
• Microsoft Office software programs (advanced); basic math; operation of office equipment, surveying techniques and procedures; and technical writing and communications

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 or more years of experience in distribution line design.
• Engineering principles used in electrical utility system; RUS specifications and work order procedures; NESC and NEC regulations; legal descriptions, easements, and the permit application process; understanding of computer modeling of electric systems; essentials of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Competency in Spida Calc, Pole Foreman, O-Calc or other similar design programs. 

 Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution
• Support for continuing education and training opportunities
• Paid Time Off (PTO)/Holiday Pay
• 401k and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Flexible 9/80 (every other Friday off) work schedule
• Holistic Wellbeing Program with a focus on physical, emotional, financial, career and community health
• Opportunity for growth with support and mentoring to help with professional goals
• Potential salary range for this position is $70,000-$100,000 depending on experience and location

 Energy Jobs with DEA:

David Evans and Associates, Inc. is a well-respected, employee-owned electrical engineering consulting firm providing Siting and Permitting; Renewable Energy; and Power Delivery services to utilities, renewable developers, and contractors across the United States. Our team is committed to helping our clients develop renewable and responsibly generated electricity and optimize their power system infrastructure for safe operation and reliable, economic power delivery to our communities and end users.  For more than 40 years, David Evans and Associates, Inc. offers a dedicated team of creative people who work together to understand client needs, provide creative thinking and technical excellence, and deliver extraordinary service that exceeds expectations.

Potential office locations include: Bellevue, WA; Tacoma, WA; Seattle, WA; Olympia, WA; Everett, WA; Spokane, WA.