Planner I

Henkels & McCoy, Inc., one of the most reliable and innovative firms in utilities engineering and construction, is currently seeking a Power Planner I to be part of the Technical Services group team. Successful candidates will provide design and technological skills to a team of engineers, designers, and planners to provide support to a variety of Power utility-oriented projects.

Job Elements:

• Prepare preliminary and detailed drawings by hand or using computer-aided drafting software
• Prepare construction plans, material requirements, and cost estimates for electrical distribution overhead and underground projects
• Assist in the development of conductor replacement, structure replacements, and other major Overhead and Underground projects
• Review field data, photos, etc. to meet the requirements of the latest updates and technologies of the customer
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet all requirements
• Meet with clients to gather technical requirements
• Translate Wind Loading / Pole Loading/compliance forms
• Coordinate access to professional/private facilities (e.g., schools, hospitals, military bases, etc.) when applicable
• Assist in field site meetings; meet with developers, customers, local agencies
• Work in a team environment
• Communicate with internal staff and customers with appropriate media (email, fax, phone, video, etc.)
• Field check design layouts
• Office check designs and redline changes
• Recognize process waste and suggest changes

General Requirements:

• Work in a team environment
• High attention to detail
• Time management; prioritizing work and documenting tasks
• Reporting anomalies to project management stakeholders through established tools or verbally
• Wearing and utilizing all required safety PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) with situational awareness
• Work safely at all times. This includes, but not limited to, driving safely, stretching twice a day, good posture/ergonomics, and following all safety rules
• Keeping a clean and organized workstation both physically and virtually
• Rearranging work area to optimize safety and/or productivity
• Punctual for daily start time and meetings
• Fill out time keeping/accounting documentation of a daily or weekly basis
• Work after normal hours as needed
• Keeping a current state driver’s license without restrictions
• Daily schedule of 7am to 4pm Monday - Friday

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of electrical transmission and / or distribution experience
• Knowledge of Power Delivery Projects both Overhead and Underground
• Knowledge of Power Distribution Design Standards, Power Overhead and Underground Construction Standards, Power Electrical Service Requirements, California PUC General Order 95, General Order 128, and Joint Pole Handbook.
• Familiarity with maintenance and operation of electrical overhead (OH) and underground (UG) electrical distribution facilities, energized at voltages between 0 - 50KV
• Experience working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Autodesk AutoCAD, and pole structural analysis software

Preferred:

• Completed college or trade school coursework, certification programs, or degree programs
• Proficient in O-Calc, PLS-CADD, DM, AUD, DPSS, GIS, FIM, or Spida-Calc software
• Engineer in Training (EIT)
• Knowledge of Southern California Edison, San Diego Gas & Electric, or Pacific Gas & Electric system design and construction requirements

Salary Range: $52,400/yr - $78,600/yr (will be dependent upon level of experience)

Benefits:

Full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefit plan, which includes the following:

• 401(k) Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Paid time off

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and individuals with Disabilities.