Senior Staking Engineer

Position Overview

Are you our next Staking Engineer—Level 3? Have you mastered the essentials of expertly designed electrical systems and facilities? Are you always curious to learn about and explore innovative trends? Can you balance immediate and long-term needs? Do you want to directly benefit local families, farms, businesses and communities? If you can picture yourself in this role alongside an amazing team of hard‑working, adaptable colleagues, you may be the next Staking Engineer—Level 3 for Tipmont.

As the Staking Engineer—Level 3, you will design safe, reliable and cost‑effective electric lines and facilities for Tipmont, an electric distribution cooperative serving eight counties and more than 30,000 meters in north‑central Indiana. Your technical expertise and hands‑on skills in the field will ensure that Tipmont systems meet current demands while being well‑fortified for future growth. Through collaborative processes and the use of cutting‑edge software and technology— including GIS mapping, GIS data collection and field‑staking software— you’ll play an integral role in maintaining and enhancing the reliability and efficiency of Tipmont’s electrical grid.

With excellent attention to detail and organization, you will shape consistently excellent electricity access for the homes, schools, farms and businesses Tipmont serves.

• Perform field staking, design and layout of electric distribution lines and facilities for new construction, system improvements, and commercial and industrial projects.
• Develop construction plans, material lists, cost estimates and work orders in compliance with Tipmont standards and applicable codes.
• Coordinate closely with engineering, operations, right‑of‑way, and member services colleagues to ensure the efficient, accurate completion of projects.
• Serve as a technical point of contact for members, contractors, developers and other external stakeholders.
• Assist with the planning and execution of projects serving commercial and industrial members, including load growth and system upgrades.
• Ensure designs meet all safety, reliability and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, records and mapping data.
• Participate in field inspections and assist with troubleshooting and problem resolution as needed.
• Support departmental needs for training and development.

• Associate’s degree or technical degree in engineering technology, electrical technology or a related field.
• Three to five years of experience in electric utility distribution design, staking or a closely related role.
• Working knowledge of electric distribution systems, construction practices, and applicable codes and standards.
• Proficiency with design software, mapping tools and standard office applications.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Physical ability to work in adverse weather conditions, work from a kneeling or standing position for long periods, and use basic hand tools and other specialized equipment with training.
• Strong skills in communication, organization, judgment and problem‑solving, and attention to detail.
• Customer‑focused mindset, particularly with commercial and industrial members.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

We offer an excellent benefits package, which includes medical, dental and life insurance; 401(k) matching and a pension retirement plan; education reimbursement; and many opportunities for professional growth and mentoring.

Tipmont is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.