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Schneider Engineering, Ltd.

Project Engineer- Electrical Distribution

Schneider Engineering, Ltd., Boerne, Texas, United States, 78006


Seeking analytical, detail-oriented, creative Engineer with proven success in design and project coordination.

The successful candidate will design, schedule resources, and lead technical efforts for electrical substation, transmission, or distribution projects.

The position is located at our Boerne office and may require some overnight travel to project sites.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Stay abreast with changing technology, work planning and design methodologies associated with Electric Distribution design.Represent Schneider and Client when meeting with other stakeholders including property owners, other engineering firms or construction services.Ensure adherence to Client standards to develop detailed scope and engineering plans for projects. Prepare scope of work to be presented to Clients.Project design from start to finish, including preparing drawings, preparing visual aids, staking sheets, engineering studies, permit applications, material testing, CADD work, reviewing, and editing specifications.Perform transmission and distribution line design calculations for structure loading, guying, geometric angle calculations, conductor sag interpretation, unitized framing design, construction practices and construction safety guidelines using industry tools and methods.Perform research and investigation, acquire permit applications, perform material testing, coordinate CADD work with team members and assist in scheduling and budgeting requirements for projects.Maintain good project documentation, including calculations, telephone conversations, design decisions, rationale and filing copies of all pertinent information.Attend project meetings as necessary with Clients to coordinate design and address any issues.Quality control project work to maintain the expected standards for project deliverables, including CAD work ensuring accurate scales, proper spelling, proper formatting, and completeness.Develop and maintain positive professional relationships with key Client personnel with whom project work is interfaced.Assist in preparing project schedules and budgets for timely completion.Prepare project status reports and deliver to Client in a consistent and timely manner.Coordinate and assign tasks to entry-level engineers, field technicians or administrative staff.Accountable for the resolution of technical engineering conflicts that affect cost, schedule quality or customer satisfaction.Mentor and/or train other staff members to transfer personal design knowledge to others.Perform administrative duties as required from time to time including mailings, office supply and documentation reproductions.Complete timesheets daily with project summaries in the invoicing standard format. Prepare by deadline, accurate and complete invoice letter write-ups for project work in accordance with the Company’s standard format.Various other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program.Possess strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills and able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.2-5 years’ experience in industry or related industry.SKILLS:Strong (effective) written and verbal communication skills, exceptional computer skills, with emphasis in project management, spreadsheet and word processing applications.Strong skills of time management, organizational and multi-tasking.PHYSICAL:This position requires the ability to listen and hear, good eyesight, sitting, standing, walking, and use of hands and arms.BENEFITS:100% Employer paid health insurance and 50% for first dependent.200% 401(k) match up to 4.5%.Employer paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Supplemental offered.Paid Holidays.Starting at 3 week PTO with rollover.$1,000 Annual Employer Contribution to Health Savings Account.Annual Profit Sharing Bonus based on Performance.

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