Power Engineering Technologist - Senior

Summary

This is the senior level of the Power Engineering Technologist classification. The purpose of this position is to provide senior‑level technical expertise to analyze complex options and prepare complex power distribution facility designs for residential, commercial, industrial, and large project work related to the reliability of the distribution grid. Incumbents are expected to possess advanced technical skills and extensive experience in the client’s specific areas of expertise. This role represents the first level of leadership and assists with training new employees while acting as a liaison between the client and the team by providing project updates.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

With minimal oversight or supervision, the incumbent is responsible for the following:

• Direct the workflow and activities of Engineering Technologists and others as assigned by management and the client
• Work closely with the Pike Engineering Professional Engineer (PE) in responsible charge to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal codes, as well as client standards
• Design the most complex electric distribution facilities and circuit construction projects across a wide geographic area, including downtown underground projects, extra‑facility projects, high‑profile projects, highway relocations, and other projects requiring the highest reliability
• Prepare site drawings, construction drawings, calculations, easements, and other required documentation for complex electrical distribution installations
• Create work requests using work management tools and communicate effectively with clients and end‑use customers regarding schedules, commitments, feasibility, timelines, and expectations
• Develop relationships with key internal and external customers, builders, developers, electricians, other utilities, and city officials as needed to support project execution
• Coordinate with construction personnel and client or customer representatives to resolve job‑site or design‑related issues
• Serve as a departmental lead by assisting with training and providing technical support to other engineering classifications
• Support company and client business goals while representing Pike Engineering professionally and positively
• Act as the lead or single point of contact for large infrastructure projects or programs, coordinating technicians, engineers, and field resources to meet project deliverables and objectives
• Learn, practice, and promote all safety policies and procedures at all times
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Complexity of Work

Complex work where established procedures may not be available. Position involves significant decision‑making responsibility.

Relationships Outside Work Group

Position influences decisions of major importance and requires a high degree of tact and diplomacy to obtain favorable outcomes and maintain goodwill.

Supervisory Responsibilities

May serve in a Team Lead or Project Manager I role.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Attendance

• Regular attendance is required

Education and/or Experience

Education

• Required: High school diploma or GED
• Preferred: Associate degree from a two‑year college or technical school
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university in non‑engineering science, math, or business

Note: Certain client projects or contractual requirements may require an Associate or Bachelor’s degree.

Experience

• 5–7 years of experience in utility power distribution engineering or related craft work

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

• Not applicable

On‑the‑Job Training

Training includes job shadowing, classroom instruction, and interaction with experienced employees as needed during the first year.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and interpret procedure manuals and operational documentation
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group settings to customers, clients, and employees

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
• Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages and interpret spreadsheets
• Ability to apply basic algebra and geometry concepts

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to interpret a variety of written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule‑based instructions
• Ability to solve practical problems involving multiple concrete variables where limited standardization exists

Other Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse socio‑economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds
• Self‑motivated, reliable, trustworthy, and technically competent
• Demonstrated teamwork, negotiation, and time‑management skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to manage multiple tasks constructively
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle suitable for business use (mileage reimbursement may apply)
• Ability to participate in storm restoration activities as a Damage Assessor, Team Lead, or Field Supervisor/Manager

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

• Standing: Frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time)
• Walking: Frequently
• Sitting: Frequently
• Talking or hearing: Regularly
• Using hands to handle or feel tools or controls: Regularly
• Climbing or balancing: Occasionally
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling: Occasionally
• Reaching with hands and arms: Occasionally
• Taste or smell: Not required

Lifting Requirements

• Up to 10 pounds: Frequently
• Up to 25 pounds: Occasionally
• 50 pounds or more: Not required

Vision Requirements

• Close vision
• Distance vision
• Color vision
• Peripheral vision
• Depth perception
• Ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

• Occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions
• Occasional work near moving mechanical parts
• Occasional work in high or precarious places
• Occasional outdoor weather exposure
• Occasional risk of electrical shock
• Moderate noise level typical of an office or light traffic environment

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Pike Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE / Minorities / Females / Veterans / Disabled
Pike Engineering is a Non‑Union Company

About Us

Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country, and we continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower and equipment to perform any job.

“Essential” is the one word that sums up who we are, the work we do and what our people mean to us. Each of our employees plays a critical role in ensuring that infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them.

Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation and exceptional customer service.