Design Engineer I

Quanta Services
Boise, ID, United States
about 1 month ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Computer-Aided Design AutoCAD ArcGIS (Software) MicroStation

Job description

  • Support all engineering responsibilities related to overhead transmission line design. This includes PLS-CADD modeling, line routing, structure analysis and loading trees, developing design criteria, sag-tension calculations, wire blowout, swing angle, damper
  • Utilize AutoCAD, MicroStation, ArcGIS, and other CAD software for scaled drawings and mapping.
  • Implement engineering redlines with precision and ensure accuracy before finalizing drafting/drawing.
  • Conduct engineering calculations, including voltage drop, cable pulling, flicker analysis, and pole loading assessments.
  • Prepare joint utility use authorizations based on field data and engineer redlines.
  • Ensure compliance with local regulations, design codes (NESC, IEEE, ANSI, IBC), and construction standards.
  • Work collaboratively with engineers and project teams to develop solutions and modifications as needed.
  • Maintain detailed project documentation and support engineering calculations.
  • Work a minimum of 40 hours per week, with potential for up to 50 hours and occasional overtime.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
  • Knowledge in AutoCAD, MicroStation, ArcGIS, or similar CAD tools.
  • Understanding of design codes and standards such as NESC, IEEE, ANSI, IBC.
  • Knowledge of engineering drafting and design principles.
  • Ability to travel as necessary, up to 10% of the time

Benefits & conditions

Tuition reimbursement, Pet insurance, 401(k), Health insurance, Paid time off, Employee discount, Employee assistance program, Paid holidays Full-time Overtime Boise, ID, * Competitive Compensation

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Holiday Pay
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Professional Development
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employee Discount Program

About the company

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners’ energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects. Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

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