Technical Planner - Electric Utilities

Overview

Cordoba is a leading engineering and program management firm, and we are seeking a Technical Planner to join our Energy-Electric sector. The Technical Planner will support the Surcharge Program (20SD) and field design support activities including modifications, removals, and installations of electric facilities and services. The Technical Planner coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to support project planning, design development, and timely project execution. This position requires excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills to effectively manage multiple assignments in a dynamic utility environment.

Responsibilities

• Visit project sites, collect information, and assist with the design scope and progress of the project.
• Support project schedules, resolve design discrepancies, and facilitate communication for the purposes and goals of the program at the direction of the program or project manager.
• Complete design modification for electric facility additions, removals, and upgrades from onset through completion of project.
• If necessary, meets with customers to identify specific limitations, and customer requests.
• Coordinate with other internal personnel or stakeholders to ensure compliance and appropriate follow-through of policies, procedures, rules, rates, and completion dates applicable to assigned projects.
• Identify and support environmental requirements to facilitate permit and easement acquisition.
• Stay current on overhead-to-underground conversion requirements and policy changes to ensure projects are planned, designed, and executed in accordance with project guidelines.
• Seek advice and perspectives from internal and external sources to enhance decision-making and project execution.
• Complete other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• 3+ years of experience working on Electric utility distribution system projects
• 3+ years of Electric utility OH and UG design experience

Other Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree preferred
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience with the interpretation and application of Electric utility design and standards highly preferred
• Experience with Overhead, Underground, Distribution and CPUC Rule Application preferred
• Ability to review complex problems and propose innovative solutions
• Experience working with designers, planners and PMs on matters related to design
• Strong attention to detail including problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to effectively communicate technical issues and concepts to multiple levels of teams
• Excellent acumen to collaborate with team members, leadership and stakeholders
• Proficiency using the Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Geographical Information Systems or other standard Electric utility design systems
• Ability to visit project sites and client office location as needed in San Diego, CA

Pay Range: $71,000 - $91,000 per year

Work Location: Hybrid 1 day per week in the San Diego, CA office

Travel: Project site visits up to 2-3 days per week

Visa Sponsorship: Legal authorization to work in the U.S.A. on a full-time basis without sponsorship

Physical Requirements: Ability to pass a pre-authorized background check including a drug-screening

Other Physical Requirements: Ability to walk up to 1 mile and navigate uneven walking surfaces at project sites

Our Company

Cordoba, Making a Difference

Cordoba is a nationally recognized civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.

National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.” Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a “top 100 design firm” in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.

Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

Enhancing Employee Well-Being

Benefits and Perks: We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire. Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off. We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.

Cordoba provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.

For inquiries or accommodations, please contact our HR Department at: (213) 895-0224.

Join Cordoba and be part of shaping California’s future!