We are seeking three P.E.-licensed Distribution Engineers to join a leading engineering consultancy. This is a remote position, with a strong preference for candidates based in Arizona, Texas, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, or the Carolinas.
Primary Responsibilities
- Design and evaluate overhead and underground distribution lines ranging from 4 kV to 69 kV.
- Develop project plans for overhead, underground residential distribution (URD), re-conductoring, asset replacement, and underground cable/conduit installations.
- Execute the design of intricate overhead and underground distribution projects in both urban and rural areas, ensuring compliance with client engineering and construction standards. Responsibilities include field assessments, identifying utility conflicts, performing engineering calculations, and configuring protective line equipment.
- Lead small design teams when necessary to develop project budgets, define scope documents, establish design criteria, and prepare deliverables.
- Offer engineering support to clients during the construction phase, including participation in construction meetings, coordination efforts, and community outreach as required.
- Recognize and address project challenges to ensure objectives are met.
- Interpret regulations and industry codes while developing standards for construction projects.
- Uphold engineering best practices and promote professional standards within the field.
- Formulate and implement strategic project plans, including setting objectives, determining resource needs, and scheduling key milestones.
- Travel up to 30% of the time to client sites, with travel duration varying based on project requirements.
Education and Experience Requirements
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in electric utility distribution design.
- At least two years of experience designing complex overhead and underground distribution systems in both urban and rural environments.
- A Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.
- A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution.
- A master’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution may be considered as part of the experience requirement.
