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Planning Engineer - I/II

Portland, OR ยท On-site

$78K - $100K/yr

Day Utility Planning Engineer - I/II Toth & Associates is hiring an entry-level Utility Planning Engineer - I/II for our Portland office. You'll model electric distribution systems for utility ...

... strategic planning. KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 ... Qualifications Education and/or Skills Required: โ€ข This is an entry-level position โ€ข Highschool ...

... strategic planning. KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 ... This is an entry-level position * Highschool Diploma/GED Certificates, licenses, and/or ...

... strategic planning. KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 ... Education and/or Skills Required: โ€ข This is an entry-level position โ€ข Highschool Diploma/GED ...

... strategic planning. KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 ... This is an entry-level position Highschool Diploma/GED Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations ...

... strategic planning. KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 ... This is an entry-level position * Highschool Diploma/GED Certificates, licenses, and/or ...

... strategic planning. KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 ... This is an entry-level position * Highschool Diploma/GED Certificates, licenses, and/or ...

$62K - $82K/yr

These facilities require highly reliable utility infrastructure including Ultra Pure Water (UPW ... planning, and operational turnover. - Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site ...

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... an entry-level engineering position responsible for supporting the design, planning, and ... Gain working knowledge of utility planning, design, construction, and maintenance processes

Construction Planner I

Phoenix, AZ ยท On-site

$53K - $73K/yr

Coordinates with other utilities for permits, joint trench, pole applications, and service issues ... Impact - Entry level support role requiring basic skills; can perform some of the basic tasks ...

Construction Planner I

Phoenix, AZ ยท On-site

$53K - $73K/yr

Coordinates with other utilities for permits, joint trench, pole applications, and service issues ... Impact - Entry level support role requiring basic skills; can perform some of the basic tasks ...

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Planning Engineer - I/II

Portland, OR โ€ข On-site

TOTH AND ASSOCIATES INC
Utilitiesย โ€ขย 51 - 200 employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Model electric distribution systems and perform load flow, contingency, generator interconnection, battery charging, and fault current analysis.

  • Develop design documentation, drawings, and project data, and review submissions from team members.

  • Coordinate with multiple entities, oversee project completion, and ensure projects meet design and budget requirements.


Job description

Utility Planning Engineer - I/II

Toth & Associates is hiring an entry-level Utility Planning Engineer - I/II for our Portland office. You'll model electric distribution systems for utility clients across the US - running load flow, contingency, generator interconnection studies, battery charging studies, fault current analysis - and translate the results into recommendations that get built. You'll work alongside Transmission Planning, Transmission Design, and Substation Design engineers to scope real system upgrades for real utilities.

This is a role designed for new or early-career engineers. You'll get structured mentorship from senior PE-licensed engineers. Expect a clear path from Engineer I to II to III as you build experience. A qualified applicant must have good interpersonal skills as the job requires management of projects and team members as well as meeting and working closely with clients.

Responsibilities and Duties: (Include but are not limited to)

  • Demonstrate developmental experience as a professional engineer.
  • Responsible for the design and management of assigned projects.
  • Exhibit a detailed knowledge of industry standard methods, specifications, and materials.
  • Develop design documentation, drawings, and project data for assigned projects; review documentation, drawings, and project data submitted by team members.
  • Coordinate with multiple entities and oversee project completion.
  • Direct drafters in the development of exhibits and construction documents.
  • Organize project management practices to include coordination/communication with team members and clients.
  • Perform detailed calculations to compute and establish manufacturing, construction, and installation standards and specifications.
  • Investigate the extent and nature of client concerns, and prepare remedial measures to be presented to management.
  • Oversee project production efforts to help assure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and on budget.
  • Manage the design and monitor construction projects to ensure compliance with the engineering design.
  • Perform or assign field observation and project inspection.
  • Occasional travel/driving is required.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • BS degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program is required.
  • Coursework in power systems, electric machines, or power electronics.
  • Understanding of core power concepts (power factor, per unit, load flow) at a coursework level.
  • Proficiency with Excel and the rest of MS Office.
  • Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
  • EIT certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

  • Exposure to any power systems analysis software (Milsoft, CYME, Synergi, PowerWorld, or Aspen).
  • Proficiency in a programming language (Python, VBA, etc).
  • Internship or co-op experience with a utility, co-op, or consulting firm.

Benefits:

  • Paid Time Off
  • Eight paid holidays
  • Company-paid medical and dental coverage with buy-up options
  • 401(k) w/company matching and profit sharing
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Paid Bonding Leave
  • Vision
  • Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
  • Supplemental life insurance available
  • Short-term disability available
  • FSA and HSA options
  • Education assistance