Senior Engineering Technician

Job Title: Senior Engineering Technician/Engineering Technician Status: Full-time/overtime eligible
Reports to: Engineering Manager Work Schedule: Flexible within normal operational hours
Utilitra has an exciting opportunity for a (Senior) Engineering Technician based in our Wisconsin offices. If your skills and experience are a match for the position described below, we'd love to hear from you. About Our Company Utilitra is a woman-owned firm specializing in utility and technology solutions. We offer design, construction, and metering services to utilities, and supply businesses and municipalities with robust technology services through our team of IT professionals. Our ability to integrate distinct specialties gives customers the opportunity to work with a coordinated team for the design and maintenance of their infrastructure.
Utilitra has been recognized by the St. Louis Business Journal as a Best Places to Work finalist, one of St. Louis' 50 Fastest Growing Companies, and one of the Largest Women-Owned Businesses. We were also recognized by the St. Louis Post Dispatch as one of the area's Top Work Places.
About The Role The successful candidate will be responsible for the completion of engineering activities associated with gas and electric utility construction.
Summary of duties and responsibilities:

• Assist in the design and construction of overhead and underground high voltage electrical systems
• Perform AutoCAD/Microsoft drawing activities as assigned
• Input field data into electronic format
• Assist engineering staff with the design and layout of construction prints
• Complete daily contract administration; attends project meetings
• Conducts field audits for the construction of gas and/or electrical power systems
• Provides engineering information to customers; responds to inquiries and requests
• Demonstrates knowledge of construction sites, the work and the feasibility of the construction
• Fosters a safe, productive job site environment and quality work products; encourages an attitude of safety and
• Cross-train in all facets of the Division, preparing to fill in for anyone absent and grow in responsibility and scope over time.

Qualifications:

• Minimum two-year degree in applicable engineering/technical field or relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Knowledge of computer drafting (AutoCAD acceptable, MicroStation preferred)
• Basic understanding of utility electric standards and procedures
• Knowledge of electric utility equipment in the field and understanding of the electric distribution process
• Ability to design electric distribution systems based on field/site conditions and notes, utility infrastructure maps, and input from utility engineers
• Experience with contractual related project/work environment a plus
• Proficiency level in MS Office applications (specifically Windows, Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Willingness to participate in a team environment
• Willingness to work in an outside environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Valid driver's license
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screening.

Work Location

• The employee will be based in either the Brookfield or Cedar Grove office
• Work environment: mix of field and office

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to a background check and drug screen.

Company Benefits

• Company-paid health insurance (medical, dental, short-term and long-term disability and life insurance are provided)
• 100% 401k match (up to 5% of salary)
• Paid holiday & vacation time
• Educational assistance
• Various discount programs
• Potential starting bonus