Project Engineer, Electrical Engineering

About Us

Potelco, Inc., a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), was founded in 1965. We specialize in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, which include designing, estimating, material acquisition, project management, construction, emergency power restoration, system maintenance, and similar services. Our expertise is in power, transmission, distribution, and substation projects. We are a leading full‑service provider of power infrastructure, construction, and support services in utility and energy contracting throughout the Pacific Northwest and neighboring states.

We are proud to be working with some of the region’s largest energy companies as we continue to modernize their electric systems, move towards de‑carbonization, and maintain thousands of miles of overhead and underground lines serving millions of residential and commercial customers. We uphold high safety, productivity, and reliability standards as we work with our customers to provide both current and strategic, forward‑thinking energy infrastructure, delivery, and solutions.

If you enjoy working with a great group of professionals, are accurate, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and enjoy using your construction and organizational skills, then we have a role for you! Potelco, Inc seeks a great Project Engineer to join the team in Tigard, OR.

The Project Engineer is responsible for utility engineering in distribution and transmission teams. This role incorporates the utilization of various drafting and design programs (PLS-CADD/AutoCAD) to ensure that the deliverable meets client standards and specifications.

There are four main groups within the Potelco Engineering Department:
Transmission, Joint Facilities Notification (JFN), Cable Replacement and Maintenance, and Overloaded Transformer Elimination Program (OTEP) where you may use your skills. The pay for this role is a range of $40‑$48/hr.

• Provide electric utility engineering for operation and maintenance projects, including the interpretation and development of distribution designs congruent with utility standards.
• Perform pole line analysis on existing or new transmission/distribution structures in relation to scope of work using pole line analysis tools to assess structural integrity of new or existing structures, and ensuring clearances from existing structures as needed.
• Calculate and draft designs, which include an understanding of voltage regulation, electrical load calculations, system protection, and fuse coordination for distribution systems.
• Input bill of materials for assigned scope of work.
• Manage the project life cycle using work order management systems.
• Assist the utility engineering team by performing field visits to gather information, as required.
• Perform administrative functions and other tasks as needed.

• Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) in Engineering, Construction Management or related field from an accredited educational institution OR 4‑6 years related experience and/or training in lieu of education or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1+ years of power utility industry experience or related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, with strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals and information, journals, technical procedures, and data.
• Ability to write business correspondence and communicate effectively.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from other managers, clients, customers, and local permitting agencies.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts, such as those commonly found in business transactions.
• Ability to create and explain financial models and forecasts.
• Ability to apply basic algebra, geometry, and engineering principles.
• Ability to solve complex problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

• Familiarity with PLS-CADD or other CAD…