Distribution Engineer 1

Job Title: Distribution Engineer 1

Key Responsibilities

• Engineering & Project Management
• Learn to design, estimate, and coordinate the construction of overhead and underground power distribution systems for residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
• Learn to lead and manage "Capital" and "O&M" projects through all phases of development, from concept to closeout.
• Learn to identify and implement innovative engineering solutions to improve system reliability, cost-efficiency, and safety.
• Safety & Quality
• Learn and practice the company’s safety culture, consistently applying the highest standards for personal and team safety practices.
• Seek guidance and ensure engineering work product meets internal quality standards and complies with regulatory guidelines.
• Training and Development
• Learn and develop the ability to interpret and apply construction bulletins, standards, and engineering procedures.
• Stay current with evolving industry trends and participate in ongoing training and certification programs.
• Field Inspection & Compliance
• Participate in recommendations and engineering modifications which ensure system integrity and code adherence.
• Research and Report Writing
• Learn how to prepare accurate project documentation, reports, and technical analysis.
• Maintain records related to project progress, cost, and compliance.
• Client Relations and Support
• Serve as a primary technical contact for client stakeholders, ensuring responsiveness and technical excellence.
• Address client concerns with professionalism and provide clear, actionable solutions.
• Learn how to build and maintain good client partnerships.
• Additional responsibilities and tasks as required to support organizational goals and adapt to evolving business needs.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Must have a satisfactory background/MVR check.
• Must pass a pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, and/or random drug test.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Possess verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Acrobat.
• Basic technical skills and familiarity with industry standards.
• Basic customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently or as part of a team.
• Basic project management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Field work in industrial environments is required.
• Ability and willingness to work occasional excess straight time as needed.
• May require travel 25% of the time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil or General) preferred.
• EIT or PE license preferred.
• Knowledge of customer tools such as: JETS, GIS, SOCKET, TCMS & DistView is preferred.
• Knowledge of NEC, NESC, Distribution Bulletins, Engineering Handbook, Distribution Specifications, Distribution Operating Procedures, ARC Flash Requirements, Metering Blue Book & Franchise Manual is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work safely around electrical and mechanical hazards.
• Operates light measuring instruments.
• Potential minimum exposure to various conditions, including dirt, heat, fumes, smoke, water, noise, vibration, grease, oil, and dust.