Designer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Civil Engineering

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.

A Designer at HBK Engineering is a position responsible for designing engineering systems for overhead and subsurface utility projects with increased independence and leadership responsibilities. This role requires using engineering judgment and problem-solving skills to independently address unique and complex electrical, structural, civil, and construction-related challenges with minimal oversight. The position includes coaching and mentoring entry-level staff while owning all phases of the design lifecycle from initiation through construction completion and project closeout.

Primary

Work Location:

Baltimore, MD.

• Design engineering systems in compliance with specifications, codes, and client requirements for overhead and subsurface utility projects
• Use engineering judgment and problem-solving skills to independently address unique and complex challenges with minimal oversight
• Coach and mentor entry-level staff in their professional development
• Perform peer reviews of engineering designs under the oversight of professional engineering staff
• Own all phases of the design lifecycle from project initiation through construction completion and closeout
• Prepare detailed engineering and construction documents using AutoCAD, Micro Station, GIS systems, and client-specific enterprise asset management platforms
• Analyze information from topographical surveys, utility atlas information, field sketches, client records, and manufacturer equipment datasheets
• Develop utility pole loading models using structural software
• Generate material and equipment purchase order requests
• Prepare reports and studies that present technical information clearly and concisely to meet client requirements
• Work with project management and engineering leadership to manage project risk
• Communicate complex engineering matters to internal project management, engineering leadership, and field resources
• Independently manage time and schedule to achieve project milestones
• Perform field walkdowns with internal staff, clients, customers, governance authorities, and construction partners
• Travel as needed, typically less than 25%

• Associate degree in a related technical field (preferred)
• Related technical certificates in CADD and related software platforms (preferred)
• 5+ years of relevant experience in gas distribution design
• US driver s license and US work authorization
• Ability to work independently and in interdisciplinary teams
• Strong technology skills and understanding of the Office
  365 suite of tools
• In-depth knowledge of 2D CADD software (AutoCAD or similar) including generating layout drawings and project materials
• Experience reviewing drawings or engineering materials developed by others
• Training and…