Civil Engineer PE

Company Info
SKYSKOPES, INC.
Fargo, ND, United States

Phone: 7018382610
Web Site: https://www.skyskopes.com/

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Title:

Civil Engineer PE

Location:

Fargo, ND 

Salary:

$83,200 to $120,640

Job ID:

64211
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Job Description:

Job Summary:

SkySkopes is seeking a full-time Transmission Line Engineer to support our growing Transmission & Distribution service offerings.  The ideal candidate will have extensive experience utilizing PLS-CADD software for the modeling and analysis of high voltage overhead transmission & distribution projects. The candidate will be responsible for PLS-CADD modeling of as-built transmission and distribution lines surveyed by aerial lidar and orthoimagery data. The candidate will also be responsible for running PLS-CADD analytical tools on generated models to meet customer requirements. 

Depending on the candidate, this position has the potential to evolve into performing engineering work in fields outside of electrical utility (transportation, municipal, etc.) as SkySkopes continues to expand our services to meet our client’s needs. 

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Extensive experience using PLS-CADD is required

  • Experience modeling as-built powerline features in PLS-CADD using lidar and orthoimagery data is preferred

  • The candidate should have experience performing sag and tension, vegetation encroachment, and other analysis on generated models using PLS-CADD

  • Possess a deep understanding of industry codes and regulations 

  • Prior experience working with multidisciplinary teams and leading projects is preferred

  • Complete project workflows with minimal supervision

  • Support other projects as needed

  • Perform related duties as assigned

  • Experience using CAD and GIS software (Microstation, AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, etc) as well as feature extraction software such as TopoDOT would be a plus

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Demonstrate exceptional organizational ability and attention to detail in their work

  • Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills

  • Strong problem-solving skills

  • Develop customer/partner relationships, and technology expertise

  • Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures and Safety Protocols

  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment or independently, as required

  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in handling sensitive company and customer data

  • Ability to professionally interact with clients, the public, contractors, and other employees

  • Effective oral/written communication skills

  • Proficient using office software; Google Suite, Microsoft Office suite; Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Education and  Experience:

  • B.S. in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited institution

  • Industry Experience: 5+ years

  • PE License (required)

  • Ability to pass a background check

Work Requirements:

  • Language: American English 

  • Work authorization: United States

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a computer workstation in an office environment

  • Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. at times

 

Job Type: Full-time

Location:

  • Fargo, ND or Minneapolis, MN

Benefits:

  • 401(k)

  • Dental insurance

  • Health insurance

  • Paid time off

 

Compensation Range: