Distribution Engineer - Charlotte, United States - Wood plc

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    Job DescriptionWood currently has exciting opportunities for a Distribution Engineer. Reporting to the Manager, Distribution Engineering.
    This position is a remote position or is a hybrid position in any of the following offices
    • Charlotte, NC, West Palm Beach, FL, Orlando, FL, Tampa, FL, Tallahassee, FLIf you have a successful track record and thrive on challenges in a fast paced environment, this is the opportunity for you.
    ResponsibilitiesEngineering of distribution electrical projects through the entire project lifecycle:

    from conceptual and feasibility, though detailed design, to construction and serviceLeading or supporting overhead and underground distribution engineering projects defining scopes of work, completing cost estimates, performing engineering calculations, interconnection studies and developing detailed design drawingsSupporting the preparation of technical specifications, tender documents, technical reports, and project calculations.

    Providing construction support and overall project engineering coordination (as required)

    Responding to information requests during construction and completing project documentation including preparation of record drawingsLeading a team of engineers and designers when required to successfully deliver a portfolio of projectsMaintaining and enhancing relationships with other design disciplines and external stakeholders and assist team leads and managersTraveling and visiting project sites during design and construction (as required)QualificationsElectrical Engineering Degree from a recognized university along with a Professional Engineering Designation or eligibility for registration3 years of overhead and underground distribution engineering experience serving utilities in North AmericaKnowledge of CSA/IEC/NESC/IEEE Standards and Codes and major utility Engineering StandardsKnowledge of electrical design including the selection and installation of conductors, insulators, switchgears, circuit breakers, fuses and other distribution equipmentKnowledge of smart infrastructure equipment such as automatic feeder switches, remote sensing switching, remote sensing cap banks and other smart equipmentKnowledge of PV's and EV'sStrong verbal and written communication skillsAble to collaborate and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholdersAble to exercise initiative when resolving issues and in adapting and applying procedures to address unusual situationsAble to take on responsibility for your outputs on high-profile projects and grow professionally with our expanding organizationClean driving record/abstractThe following qualifications are considered an asset:

    • Knowledge of structural, civil and geotechnical aspects of distribution engineering
    • Knowledge of overhead systems design and the use of PLS-CADD
    • Knowledge of interconnecting DER's and modeling interconnection studies
    • Experience in power system analysis (such as voltage drop, equipment loading, steady-state voltage rise, etc.) using software such as CYME, ETAP, EasyPower, SKM.
    • Experience with substation and transmission projects
    • Experience with AutoCAD
    • Experience with GIS applications (Smallworld, GE, Bently)
    • Experience with Structural Analysis Software (SpidaCalc, Pole Foreman, PLS-CADD)
    • Experience mentoring junior staff
    • Experience in both Canada and United States working for a local Utility company
    • Experience working in a utility or consulting environment and managing multiple projects with competing prioritiesAbout UsWood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.comDiversity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.