Engineer Distribution

OUC - The Reliable One, is presently seeking an Engineering Technician (Electric Distribution) to join the Electric & Water Delivery - Engineering division. At OUC, we don't just work - we're building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future generations. We are looking for a detailoriented, analytical, and customerfocused professional to support the planning and execution of electric distribution projects by preparing designs, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and construction documents. In this role, you will oversee capital projects from concept through completion, ensuring safe, reliable electric service for new and existing customers. You will analyze electrical plans for new developments, prepare permits, coordinate with multiple jurisdictions, and resolve field conflicts with contractors, customers, and government agencies.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical knowledge of OUC construction standards, NEC/NESC requirements, electric service design, and GIS mapping systems, along with experience reviewing plans, estimating project costs, and inspecting distribution infrastructure. This individual will be proficient with engineering software tools such as AutoCAD, PSERM, CC&B, ePets, ArcReader, and ARM360, and capable of performing electrical calculations including transformer sizing, voltage drop, and fault current. The role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to train new engineers, and the capacity to manage multiple projects while maintaining accuracy and compliance with industry standards. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative engineering environment and is committed to supporting OUC's mission of delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable electric service to the community.

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The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or directly related engineering degree from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited college or university;
• No experience required;
• Valid Driver's License.

OUC offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Total Rewards package includes, to cite a few:

Competitive compensation

Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period.

OUC's Hybrid Retirement Program includes a fully-funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account

Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Paid parental leave

Educational Assistance Program, to include tuition reimbursement, paid memberships in professional associations, paid conference and training opportunities

Wellness incentives and free access to all on-site OUC fitness facilities

Access to family-oriented recreational areas

Paid Conference and Training Opportunities

Hybrid work schedule

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Salary Range: $85,698.00 - $107,122.50 annually - commensurate with experience

Location: Pershing

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. This organization does not offer or sponsor employment visas for internship or full-time positions.

Please see below a complete Job description for this position.

Job Purpose:

Analyze future projects from a distribution electrical engineering perspective by preparing designs, plans, specifications, cost estimates for construction work, and documents. Oversee projects and manage capital projects from start to finish providing electric service to new and existing customers.

Primary Functions:

• Prepare designs, plans/specifications, and documents for Electric Distribution Projects;
• Complete cost estimates for Electric Distribution Projects;
• Manage Electrical Distribution projects from development stage through completion;
• Analyze Electrical Plans for new project developments (i.e. Commercial/Residential);
• Review completed projects by comparing actual costs with the estimated costs and verify the accuracy of new infrastructure placed within OUC Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping system;
• Prepare permits and maintenance of traffic indexes for City of Orlando, Orange County, City of St. Cloud, Osceola County, Department of Transportation, and CSX Railroad;
• Resolve conflicts with multiple parties including OUC customers, contractors, governmental agencies, and internal employees;
• Inspect Distribution Infrastructure installed by private contractors and OUC contractors;
• Train new engineers on software and design guidelines;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Technical Requirements:

Working knowledge of all, but not limited to, the following:

• OUC Construction Standards Manuals (Overhead and Underground);
• OUC Electric Service and Digital Meter Installation Manual;
• NEC/NESC books;
• OUC Engineering Manual;
• Letter of Responsibility - Unique specification package provided to customers;
• Process to obtain a meter installation;
• Construction crew scheduling;
• Limitations of construction crews abilities with regard to equipment/manpower;

Familiarity with all, but not limited to, the following:

• Civil, AutoCAD, and Technical Drawings;
• Riser Diagrams;
• GIS Maps;
• Invoices;
• Estimate reports;
• Equipment (i.e. iPhone, Measuring wheel, company radio, hammer, wood stakes, spray paint);
• Software Application (i.e. PSERM, CC&B, AutoCAD, ePets, Arc-Reader, ARM360);
• Related industry, organizational and departmental policies, practices, and procedures; legal guidelines, ordinances, and laws;
• Able to calculate amperage on both sides of meter for wiring/xfmr sizing, voltage drop, and fault current;
• Understand and apply governmental accounting practices in maintenance of financial records;
• Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals, and compute rates, ratios, and percentages;
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) and standard office equipment (telephone, computer, copier, etc.).

Education/ Certification/ Years of Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or directly related engineering degree from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited college or university;
• No experience required;
• Valid Driver's License.

Working Conditions:

This job involves frequent working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to outdoor weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. This job involves occasional exposure to loud noises, and may involve occasional exposure to airborne particles or fumes. Occasional recurring overtime may be required. Position requires regular work supervision.

Physical Requirements:

This job requires standing, walking, sitting, bending/stooping, repetitive motions, reaching over head, climbing (i.e. stairs, hills, ladders, etc.), and may lift up to twenty (20) pounds. This job requires speaking and hearing, typing, writing, detailed inspection, and consists of driving a company vehicle.

OUC-The Reliable One is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed through responsible management policies to recruit, hire, promote, train, transfer, compensate, and administer all other personnel actions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information and any other factor prohibited under applicable federal, state, and local civil rights laws, rules, and regulations.

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