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)
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Demonstrate developmental experience as a professional engineer.
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Responsible for the design and management of assigned projects.
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Exhibit a detailed knowledge of industry standard methods, specifications, and materials.
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Develop design documentation, drawings, and project data for assigned projects; review documentation, drawings, and project data submitted by team members.
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Coordinate with multiple entities and oversee project completion.
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Direct drafters in the development of exhibits and construction documents.
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Organize project management practices to include coordination/communication with team members and clients.
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Perform detailed calculations to compute and establish manufacturing, construction, and installation standards and specifications.
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Investigate the extent and nature of client concerns, and prepare remedial measures to be presented to management.
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Oversee project production efforts to help assure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and on budget.
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Manage the design and monitor construction projects to ensure compliance with the engineering design.
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Perform or assign field observation and project inspection.
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Occasional travel/driving is required.
Minimum Qualifications:
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BS degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program is required.
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Coursework in power systems, electric machines, or power electronics.
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Understanding of core power concepts (power factor, per unit, load flow) at a coursework level.
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Proficiency with Excel and the rest of MS Office.
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Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
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EIT certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Valued but not required skills and experience:
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Exposure to any power systems analysis software (Milsoft, CYME, Synergi, PowerWorld, or Aspen).
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Proficiency in a programming language (Python, VBA, etc).
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Internship or co-op experience with a utility, co-op, or consulting firm.
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off
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Eight paid holidays
- Company-paid medical and dental coverage with buy-up options
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401(k) w/company matching and profit sharing
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Discretionary bonuses
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Paid Bonding Leave
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Vision
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Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
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Supplemental life insurance available
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Short-term disability available
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FSA and HSA options
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Education assistance
