Power Distribution Technical Clerk

(Part-Time 20+ hours/week)

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Distribution Technical Cleck to join our Power team in the Lansdale, PA area. In this role, the ideal candidate will be responsible for the control of various drawings and other technical documents associated with Power Distribution Engineering design work. The qualified individual will be responsible for managing revision history and ensuring accuracy and consistent quality. This position will require becoming familiar with various software and processes that are client specific. This individual will be the sole point of contact for the exchange of documents to and from the client. Responsibilities include compiling written products from technical staff, editing, proofreading, formatting, and generating final reports or proposals, bringing a focus on maintaining corporate standards to final document preparation. This position is part-time with a guarantee of 20 hours per week, most of which will be on-site at our client’s office in Allentown, PA. Remaining time can either be remote or in our Lansdale, PA office.Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients. 

• Work under the lead of a Supervising Engineer with a team of other Engineering Technicians to complete projects for clients. 

• This position is Part-Time (with a guaranteed 20 hours per week). If more time is required in any given week, employees are given at least a 2-day' notice.

• On-Site at Client office in Allentown, PA/Hybrid

• Perform certain aspects of Power Delivery Design, (One-Calls, DOT and municipality permitting, right-of-way requests, procurement assistance, and lower-level design activities.)

• Develop an understanding of each deliverable necessary for the project at hand. Including construction plan drawings, work location notes, bill of materials and permitting/ROW documentation.

• Be involved in internal/external reviews of designs completed prior to final submission.

   

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Basic mechanical aptitude to be able to change paper rolls on large output plotter,

• The ability to lift 50 lbs.

• A high degree of organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects at once.

   

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and the ability to learn client specific software.

• Able to identify formatting problems and errors and resolve any queries with the appropriate department or Project Manager.

• Attention to detail and understanding of basic revision control.

• Applicants will be required to work with a range of people in a variety of professional positions. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills will be essential.

• Ability to read construction prints and other technical drawings.

• Experience in the consulting field preferred but not required.

• Basic knowledge of Electrical Utility Industry.

   

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative “One Team” mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients’ success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make. 

We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work. 

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2023, Zweig Group ranked Westwood nationally at #12 and #30, respectively, on its Hot Firms and Best Firms to Work for lists. Zweig also awarded Westwood two national 2nd place awards for Marketing Excellence. Westwood was recently recognized as #79 in the ENR Top 500 Firms in 2023. The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.