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Pole Loading Analysis (PLA) Specialist


Company : Encepta


Location : Burnaby, British Columbia


Created : 2026-03-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

POLE LOADING ANALYSIS (PLA) SPECIALIST Build safe, buildable, construction-ready make-ready solutionsat scale. Why this role Encepta is growing our Pole Loading Analysis (PLA) team to meet increasing demand. This role is a great fit if you enjoy real-world problemsolving, working with fieldderived inputs, and producing clean, defensible analysis packages. Were open to intermediate candidates who can contribute quickly, entrylevel candidates with the right mindset, and senior candidatesincluding those interested in parttime work with coaching/mentorship focus. What youll do Your work will be primarily production (about 80%), with some time dedicated to quality and process improvement (about 20%). You will: Complete pole loading analyses and makeready solutions for jointuse attachments (telecom and utility environments) Build accurate models from upstream inputs (IKE Office outputs, point clouds/measurements, photos, spans, attachments, and client standards) Identify overloaded or noncompliant conditions and recommend practical, buildable makeready solutions Produce clear documentation and constructionready notes/packages so downstream teams can act quickly Participate in peer review and QA/QC; support escalation to P.Eng review when required Provide feedback to field teams on input quality and whats needed to reduce rework Contribute to improving templates, checklists, and workflow to increase throughput while protecting quality Tools youll use QuickPole (strongly preferred; primary for Alberta work) SPIDAcalc (asset) PLS-CADD (nicetohave) Familiarity with ArcGIS / Google Earth / CAD basics is an asset What success looks like (first 90 days) You can complete straightforward PLA files with consistent assumptions, clean documentation, and minimal rework You quickly spot missing/incorrect inputs and communicate whats needed to resolve them You follow established processes and quality standards consistently You build strong working relationships with peers, reviewers, and project leads through clear, proactive communication What were looking for We can train the toolswhat matters most is how you think and how you work. Delivery & mindset Strong critical thinker who enjoys practical problemsolving Detailoriented and consistentfollows the process and documents clearly Comfortable with extended screen time and structured technical work Fast learner who asks good questions and adapts quickly Collaborative and proactive communicator Experience & education (flexible) Were open to candidates on a Technician/Technologist track or an Engineer/EIT track. Direct PLA experience is an asset but not required for the right person. Strongly preferred Handson experience producing pole loading / makeready outputs in QuickPole Assets Experience with SPIDAcalc and/or exposure to PLS-CADD Familiarity with jointuse programs and working within utility/telecom standards Understanding of field collection workflows (even if youre not collecting the data yourself) Basic CAD/GIS comfort (e.g., ArcGIS navigation) Whats in it for you Highimpact work tied directly to safe, compliant, buildable infrastructure A team that values curiosity, quality, and continuous improvement Hybrid flexibility and strong collaboration across BC/AB teams Real opportunity to grow your technical scope and career direction as our PLA practice scales About Encepta Encepta is a rapidly growing Canadian company delivering endtoend infrastructure planning, design, and data collection services for telecommunications, utilities, and municipalities. We combine strong fundamentals with modern tools and process innovation to help clients build better networkssafely and efficiently. #J-18808-Ljbffr