Associate Distribution Engineer
Overview
The successful candidate will have an interest in developing work packages for overhead (OH), underground (UG), underground residential distribution (URD), make-ready, and street light projects using customer GIS and work management systems such as GE Smallworld, Bentley Expert Designer, and Maximo. Candidates should be comfortable in both field and office settings, as some field work may be required. Selected candidates will be trained in customer engineering and construction standards.
Associate Distribution Engineers will gain experience in coordinating conflicting utilities and other field engineering design requirements; assessing and developing design bid packages for complex cable and conduit projects in dense urban environments; developing work permits, easements, and right-of-way (ROW) applications; and designing mainline vault medium-voltage switchgear, network systems, and distribution system protection and coordination.
Primary Responsibilities
Under the supervision of a technical lead, Associate Distribution Engineers will:
- Develop design and construction work packages for overhead and underground electrical distribution systems operating from 4 kV through 138 kV, primarily associated with programmatic work such as overloaded transformers, inspection and maintenance, joint use, and inspection reports.
- Comply with DanSources and client safety requirements, as well as design and quality expectations.
- Travel to sites as needed to perform inspections, then return to the office to complete engineering design work.
- Perform engineering calculations, including structural analysis for wood pole loading, guying calculations, conductor sag and tension specifications for recommended spans, and voltage drop and flicker calculations.
- Develop permitting documents for various Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs).
- Provide engineering support during construction, including post-construction reviews to ensure all applicable engineering and construction standards have been met.
- Conduct root cause analysis of outages and develop mitigation using engineering principles and design.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial preferred) from an ABET-accredited institution
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- Ability to use a personal vehicle for occasional customer-related travel (job-related travel is reimbursed at IRS-approved rates)
- Willingness to perform both field and office work, including occasional work in outdoor environments
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with distribution design tools such as BOUD, Pole Foreman, SOCKET, SPIDAcalc, or similar
- Experience with CAD tools, MicroStation, and/or GIS
- Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC)
- Experience applying utility design standards
Professional Attributes for Success
- A collaborative attitude and inclusiveness toward people of diverse backgrounds and locations
- Ability to work with limited supervision
- A positive attitude
- Professional dress and demeanor
Pay: $20.00 - $29.00 per hour
Education:
Experience:
- Utility distribution Design: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
