Designer

## About Us HBK Engineering, LLC is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL with a staff approaching 700 individuals. HBK provides civil, environmental, structural, electrical, subsurface utility, construction support services and permitting facilitation. Since our founding in 1998, we have earned a reputation for delivering outstanding, accurate services in extremely time-sensitive, multilayered environments. That "industry-recognized" performance has propelled our expansion and the ability to provide engineering services in all 50 states. With 25 offices nationwide, including concentrations in the Midwest and on the Coasts, HBK brings together a dedicated team whose main focus is the design and protection of utilities and utility networks. We have successfully performed engineering work for a complete spectrum of utility infrastructure projects providing solutions and construction support from Coast to Coast in areas ranging from complex urban city centers, to rural greenfields, to limited access rights-of-way. In July 2020, HBK Engineering was acquired by Quanta Services. Quanta Services provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, and communications industries and employees over 50,000 people. Quanta’s focus on the utility industry and HBK’s focus on constructability in our designs has made our integration into the Quanta family of companies seamless. ## About this Role HBK Engineering is seeking a Designer for our **Cary, NC** office to deliver comprehensive design and engineering services for diverse electrical utility projects. The ideal candidate is a graduate of the Service Planner Development Program (SPDP) or possesses 1+ years of experience in Electrical Utility Distribution/Transmission Design or Line Construction. This role requires a technical expert capable of managing multiple concurrent projects from single-unit to large-scale complexes with strict adherence to Lighting, Overhead (OH), and Underground (UG) utility standards. You will utilize Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and planning databases to generate accurate technical reports, calculations, and construction drawings while providing mentorship in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment. ## What You'll Do - Design and construction knowledge for Lighting, Underground (UG) and Overhead (OH) Utility systems. - Design and engineering services on multiple concurrent projects ranging from single unit to large complex projects with strict adherence to standards and deadlines. - Experience in utility Geographical Information Systems, planning database systems, and material ordering systems. - Technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of complex design issues utilizing published construction standards and regulations. - Effective planning, organizing, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities. - Thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, drawings and sketches. - Continuous improvement of job-related, technical, and professional knowledge, skills, and performance. - Mentorship and collaboration to peers and trainees in a fast-paced team environment - Position may require up to 30% travel and being out in the field throughout the SCE service territory including remote regions – the coast, desert, and mountains across California. Occasional lifting of typically less than 40lbs. Work in various weather conditions. - Additional duties as needed and/or assigned. ## What You'll Bring - Experience working with current utility industry GIS and WMIS programs as a Service Planner, Engineer, or equivalent field is a HUGE PLUS. - Demonstrated experience utilizing pole loading software such as SPIDA, O-Calc, or equivalent including overhead design and engineering principles. - Proven AutoCAD, AUD, and/or Microstation skills preferred. - We are seeking a graduate from either Service Planner Development Program (SPDP) OR…