What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Engineer position at Caliber Engineering Solutions?
Who we are
At Caliber Engineering Solutions, we specialize in offering streamlined solutions to the challenges faced by companies in the utility and power distribution industries. We achieve this by blending engineering expertise, efficient project management, and a commitment to continuous process improvement to ensure top-tier power system solutions.
We believe our employees are our greatest asset, and they are at the heart of our success. By empowering our people, we empower our company, positioning ourselves for long-term growth and achievement.
When you join Caliber, you become part of a dynamic startup, entering a supportive and forward-thinking team that prioritizes quality, efficiency, improvement, and sustained success.
Your Role as a Design Engineer
The Design Engineer is responsible for creating designs, any construction drawings, and list of materials for projects involving the installation/removal/modification of electrical utility infrastructure focusing on distribution, and transmission. This role performs field engineering and utilizes engineering standards to provide designs for customers. May coordinate, track and monitor the electrical requirements of projects to meet customer need dates.
This position may be filled as a W2 employee or a contractor, depending on the company’s needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Develops designs, construction drawings, and list of materials for projects involving the installation/removal/modification of overhead and underground electrical utility infrastructure focusing on distribution, and transmission
- Understands how to apply engineering standards to designs
- May interact with customers to evaluate their needs for service. These tasks may include the scheduling, engineering, and construction of customer projects connecting to the grid
- Improves efficiency of the Design department’s processes
Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field
- 2 years of utility design experience (ComEd preferred)
- Knowledge of utility engineering standards and industry codes
- Proficient in drafting, GIS, and pole loading software
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as required
Caliber will consider alternative related education and/or work experience for this role on a case-by-case basis.
Preferred Experience
- Previous design experience for Exelon Utilities
- Proficient in drafting, GIS, and pole loading software
- F.E., P.E., or other certifications