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Role Description

Orbital Engineering is looking for a Joint Use Designer for a REMOTE WORK role. This position will directly support projects within the Utility Services Department’s pole attachment application process and Joint Use / Make Ready design.

• Prepare construction documents including plan and profile drawings for overhead and underground electric distribution, fiber optic, and telecommunications facilities.
• Prepare make-ready work for joint use projects.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering/project cost estimates and execution schedules.
• Provide field support during construction.
• Provide quality reviews of work prepared by others and adhere to the QA/QC process.
• Evaluate loading of various equipment components being installed such as transformers and structural loading of poles to ensure a cost-effective, safe and reliable design utilizing client specifications.
• Apply National Electric Safety Code (NESC) Standards, Client Standards, Federal, State or Local Municipal Guidelines, and/or other applicable guidelines to complete engineering designs (Pole Replacements, Communication Space Rearrangements, Joint-Use Design) for possible joint-use or make-ready construction.
• Analyze field collected data (including imagery) and accurately update applicable software packages for successful design implementation.
• Utilize Client proprietary software packages or equipment to complete daily responsibilities in the engineering design workflow process, may include facilitating new attachment permitting process.
• Accountable for work assigned and responsible for completing work on project schedule and within project budget while regularly communicating status with management team.
• Frequently communicate with Client(s) on engineering design to best determine the most cost-effective solution for their project.
• Provide timely and detailed documentation and support to Orbital accounting functions for ensuring projects are on budget and appropriately accounted.
• Transcribe notes, use measuring devices to identify, inspect, and record the data which is found in an organized manner.
• Attend meetings at clients’ sites and regularly interact with the general public, including landowners and operators.
• Visually identify, inspect, and record equipment and different construction situations in the field, including rights-of-way.
• Communicate with others, including co-workers and clients, to agree on the best solution for engineering design.
• Endure frequent driving, standing, walking (numerous miles a day), navigating (on foot or in a vehicle), and balancing objects which may weigh up to 20 pounds in congested and/or complex terrain.
• Work in all weather conditions and in residential, commercial, and industrial areas.
• Work is primarily remote/office based, but fieldwork may be needed throughout the engineering design process.
• Willingness to travel overnight or for extended periods of time, based on project assignment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with 3+ years of experience in fieldwork or a construction environment, drafting, utility experience, or technical design.
• Or Associate Degree in engineering technology, construction, drafting technology, or related technical discipline with 0-2 years of experience, with interest in fieldwork, surveying or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of utility distribution design and construction standards, industry practices, and the ability to use design software packages.
• Organized person who can keep data organized from start to finish on a project.
• Ability to prioritize work on multiple projects and effectively communicate project statuses.
• Computer proficiency including general Microsoft Office products, design, and business enterprise software.
• Effective written and oral communication at all levels within an organizational structure.
• Reasoning skills and ability to solve practical problems.
• Dependable transportation and a valid driver’s license with insurance.
• Ability to pass a fit for duty test.
• Ability to work from home and an office setting, as required.
• Ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, construction, GIS, drafting, or related technical discipline with 0-2 years of experience.
• Prior utility design experience or make-ready design experience.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings/schematics.
• Working knowledge of electrical distribution assets and/or communication equipment construction.
• Experience in pole loading (Spida Calc, O-Calc, Pole Foreman, or Katapult) or other construction modeling software (AutoCAD) is beneficial.
• Knowledge of industry utility or joint-use software (SPANS, NJUNS, IkeGPS) for make-ready engineering and construction is beneficial.
• Familiar with Design and Checking practices for engineering drawings and deliverables.
• Familiar with Safe Work Practices and PPE applications.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.

Company Description

Orbital Engineering, Inc. has provided worldwide professional engineering and consulting services since 1969. Our commitment to quality, responsiveness, and attention to detail has earned us the reputation as a leading provider of engineering and design services.