Penn Foster
Transmission & Distribution Designer - Beaverton, OR
Penn Foster, Beaverton, Oregon, us, 97078
At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.
Hit Apply below to send your application for consideration Ensure that your CV is up to date, and that you have read the job specs first.Transmission & Distribution Designer
Our team in Beaverton is seeking an early career T&D Designer. The ideal team member will be an individual with 1-2 years of related experience plus a strong drive to succeed, desire to learn, collaborate with others, and serve PGE’s customers.Transmission & Distribution Designer provides design expertise and services for transmission and distribution system and new connect designs.Key Job Information
T&D Designer 6865 Grade 5Career Level: P1 Entry ProfessionalIndividuals at this level perform first-tier professional level assignments that require theoretical knowledge and application of principles and concepts. They typically require a related college or university degree or the equivalent work experience. They solve recurring problems by applying advanced knowledge, operating independently but also receiving ongoing guidance and direction from others.Key Responsibilities:
Design Work:
Provides professional-level transmission and distribution (T&D) design as-built knowledge for new customer connections and T&D improvements; assists engineers and project managers on routine designs; provides technical design to lay out systems and facilities.Design Practices and Technology:
Uses a graphics-based facilities management system and design tools to design, update and maintain the electrical distribution model in the geographic information system (GIS) for routine designs; assists in establishing the most economical approach to managing design work.Design Drawings:
Converts routine service designs into detailed construction drawings; ensures design concepts and details are accurately and clearly conveyed; develops drawings and instructions to guide construction personnel on routine projects.Engineering Principles, Codes and Standards:
Ensures design layouts are consistent with engineering codes and design standards and guidelines while meeting customer and user needs. Resolves “as-built” problems and conflicts for correct recording in electrical distribution model; assists in ensuring the electrical distribution model is kept accurate.On-Site Field Support:
Reviews routine design drawings to minimize the number of construction conflicts during installation; checks for design and drafting accuracy, applying guidelines and established criteria.Education/Experience/Certifications:
Education: A bachelor’s degree in engineering technology, GIS or other related field is preferred. Related experience in lieu of or in addition to education is valued as well.Experience: Typically, one to two years in electrical engineering design and drafting or related field.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Functional Competencies:Basic knowledge of electric utility distribution overhead and underground design standards and materialsBasic knowledge of electrical systems and theoryBasic knowledge of computer-aided design (CAD), including purpose, practices, and techniquesBasic knowledge of the information and data resulting from surveyingWorking drafting skillsWorking computer skills using drafting applications (AutoCAD is preferred)Basic skills in GISGeneral Competencies:Basic analytical thinking skillsBasic decision-making skillsWorking interpersonal skillsWorking organization and prioritization skillsWorking problem-solving skillsWorking written and oral communication skillsPhysical and Cognitive Demands:
Cognitive Level Intermediate: Consistent use of relevant principles to solve practical problems and to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasksAbility to follow accuracy standardsAbility to follow through on decision-making tasksAbility to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environmentAbility to communicate and problem solve when under stressAbility to respond and adapt to frequent changeAbility to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedbackAbility to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvementAbility to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasksAbility to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organizationDemonstrates sound memoryAbility to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasksSchedule/Attendance:
Ability to work long hoursAbility to work a variable scheduleAbility to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weatherAbility to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendancePhysical Capabilities:
Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)Lifting/pushing/pulling/carrying: Up to 10 lbs.Environment: OfficeCompensation Range:
$60,300.00 - $100,500.00. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance-based incentive bonus. Actual total compensation is commensurate with experience, skills, and education.PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future.Join us today and power your potential!Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.PGE is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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Hit Apply below to send your application for consideration Ensure that your CV is up to date, and that you have read the job specs first.Transmission & Distribution Designer
Our team in Beaverton is seeking an early career T&D Designer. The ideal team member will be an individual with 1-2 years of related experience plus a strong drive to succeed, desire to learn, collaborate with others, and serve PGE’s customers.Transmission & Distribution Designer provides design expertise and services for transmission and distribution system and new connect designs.Key Job Information
T&D Designer 6865 Grade 5Career Level: P1 Entry ProfessionalIndividuals at this level perform first-tier professional level assignments that require theoretical knowledge and application of principles and concepts. They typically require a related college or university degree or the equivalent work experience. They solve recurring problems by applying advanced knowledge, operating independently but also receiving ongoing guidance and direction from others.Key Responsibilities:
Design Work:
Provides professional-level transmission and distribution (T&D) design as-built knowledge for new customer connections and T&D improvements; assists engineers and project managers on routine designs; provides technical design to lay out systems and facilities.Design Practices and Technology:
Uses a graphics-based facilities management system and design tools to design, update and maintain the electrical distribution model in the geographic information system (GIS) for routine designs; assists in establishing the most economical approach to managing design work.Design Drawings:
Converts routine service designs into detailed construction drawings; ensures design concepts and details are accurately and clearly conveyed; develops drawings and instructions to guide construction personnel on routine projects.Engineering Principles, Codes and Standards:
Ensures design layouts are consistent with engineering codes and design standards and guidelines while meeting customer and user needs. Resolves “as-built” problems and conflicts for correct recording in electrical distribution model; assists in ensuring the electrical distribution model is kept accurate.On-Site Field Support:
Reviews routine design drawings to minimize the number of construction conflicts during installation; checks for design and drafting accuracy, applying guidelines and established criteria.Education/Experience/Certifications:
Education: A bachelor’s degree in engineering technology, GIS or other related field is preferred. Related experience in lieu of or in addition to education is valued as well.Experience: Typically, one to two years in electrical engineering design and drafting or related field.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Functional Competencies:Basic knowledge of electric utility distribution overhead and underground design standards and materialsBasic knowledge of electrical systems and theoryBasic knowledge of computer-aided design (CAD), including purpose, practices, and techniquesBasic knowledge of the information and data resulting from surveyingWorking drafting skillsWorking computer skills using drafting applications (AutoCAD is preferred)Basic skills in GISGeneral Competencies:Basic analytical thinking skillsBasic decision-making skillsWorking interpersonal skillsWorking organization and prioritization skillsWorking problem-solving skillsWorking written and oral communication skillsPhysical and Cognitive Demands:
Cognitive Level Intermediate: Consistent use of relevant principles to solve practical problems and to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasksAbility to follow accuracy standardsAbility to follow through on decision-making tasksAbility to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environmentAbility to communicate and problem solve when under stressAbility to respond and adapt to frequent changeAbility to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedbackAbility to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvementAbility to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasksAbility to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organizationDemonstrates sound memoryAbility to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasksSchedule/Attendance:
Ability to work long hoursAbility to work a variable scheduleAbility to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weatherAbility to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendancePhysical Capabilities:
Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)Lifting/pushing/pulling/carrying: Up to 10 lbs.Environment: OfficeCompensation Range:
$60,300.00 - $100,500.00. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance-based incentive bonus. Actual total compensation is commensurate with experience, skills, and education.PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future.Join us today and power your potential!Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.PGE is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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