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Power Distribution Designer/Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking a Power Distribution Designer/Engineer to support electrical utility distribution design projects. The ideal candidate will have 1–3 years of hands-on electrical power distribution design experience and a strong understanding of utility distribution systems.
This position will work closely with engineers, project managers, utilities, and field personnel to develop safe, reliable, and cost-effective distribution designs. An EIT certification is preferred, but not required.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and engineer overhead and underground electrical power distribution systems
- Develop distribution design plans, construction drawings, and supporting documentation
- Perform electrical calculations and assist with system planning and equipment selection
- Design and specify poles, transformers, conductors, switches, fuses, and other distribution equipment
- Review existing utility infrastructure and develop design solutions based on field conditions
- Prepare material lists, construction packages, work orders, and cost estimates
- Interpret utility standards, engineering specifications, maps, and construction requirements
- Coordinate with utility clients, engineers, field crews, and other project stakeholders
- Assist with distribution system upgrades, relocations, maintenance, and new construction
- Conduct quality-control reviews of design packages and engineering documentation
- Utilize engineering and utility design software to develop accurate distribution designs
- Ensure designs comply with applicable utility standards, NESC requirements, and engineering practices
- Support multiple projects while meeting established schedules and deadlines
- 1–3 years of electrical power distribution design or engineering experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field
- Working knowledge of electrical power distribution systems
- Understanding of overhead and/or underground utility distribution design
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, maps, and utility standards
- Strong computer skills and ability to learn utility-specific design software
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a project team
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
- Experience designing for an electric utility, engineering consulting firm, or EPC contractor
- Experience with utility distribution design software such as AutoCAD, ArcGIS, PoleForeman, BOUD, DDS, or similar platforms
- Experience with Duke Energy, Dominion Energy, FirstEnergy, AEP, Entergy, CenterPoint Energy, or other electric utility standards
- Knowledge of NESC standards and utility construction practices
- Experience with pole loading, conductor sizing, transformer sizing, voltage drop, and distribution system design
- Field experience or exposure to utility construction and distribution operations
We're looking for an engineer/designer who wants to build a career in the power and utility industry. Candidates with strong electrical fundamentals and 1–3 years of distribution design experience will have the opportunity to work on a variety of utility projects while developing their engineering and design expertise.
Ideal candidate: Electrical Engineer or Electrical Engineering Technician + 1–3 years of power distribution design experience + EIT preferred + utility/engineering consulting experience.
Additional Information
HKA Enterprises is a global workforce solutions firm. If you're seeking a new career opportunity or project experience, our recruiters will work to understand your qualifications, experience, and personal goals. At HKA, we recognize the importance of matching employee goals with those of the employer. We strive to seek credibility, satisfaction, and endorsement from all of our applicants. We invite you to take time and search for your next career experience with us! HKA is an EEO Employer who participates in the US Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify Program.
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