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Entry Level Power Distribution Engineer Jobs in Missouri

CAD Designer

Saint Charles, MO · On-site

$25.50 - $35/hr

... engineers, maintenance electricians, and project teams. The environment includes standard industrial power distribution equipment such as switchgear, MCCs, transformers, panelboards, and 480V systems.

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Electrical Intern

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Electrical Engineering Internship About Us: At Solutions AEC, we're a design-build engineering firm ... Performing calculations for power distribution, lighting, and other building systems * Utilizing ...

Cad Designer

Saint Charles, MO · On-site

$25.50 - $35/hr

... engineers, maintenance electricians, and project teams. The environment includes standard industrial power distribution equipment such as switchgear, MCCs, transformers, panelboards, and 480V systems.

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Controls Engineer A-Crew

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$77K - $99K/yr

... power distribution systems. Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to ... A.) in Engineering, Programming * 2-4 years of experience in PLC programming (Allen Bradley Micro ...

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Entry Level Power Distribution Engineer information

What is the difference between Entry Level Power Distribution Engineer vs Power Systems Engineer?

AspectEntry Level Power Distribution EngineerPower Systems Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical Engineering, relevant internshipsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, certifications like PE or FE
Work EnvironmentDesigning and analyzing power distribution systems, field inspectionsPlanning, modeling, and optimizing power systems, often in office settings
Employer & Industry UsageUtilities, construction firms, energy companiesUtilities, consulting firms, energy sector
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Entry Level Power Distribution Engineer typically focuses on designing and analyzing power distribution systems, often working in the field or on-site. In contrast, a Power Systems Engineer generally works on the planning, modeling, and optimization of entire power systems, often in an office environment. Both roles require a background in electrical engineering, but Power Systems Engineers may hold advanced certifications and work on broader system-level projects.

What cities in Missouri are hiring for Entry Level Power Distribution Engineer jobs?

Cities in Missouri with the most Entry Level Power Distribution Engineer job openings:

Infographic showing various Entry Level Power Distribution Engineer job openings in Missouri as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Part Time. Highlights an 95% In-person, and 5% Hybrid job distribution.

Assistant Cables Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (Kansas City)

Burns & McDonnell

Kansas City, MO

Full-time

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Job description

The Assistant Cables Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to assist project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including underground, trenchless and/or submarine power cable lines. Cable lines may include low to medium voltage distribution and high voltage transmission. The Assistant Cables Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting power line plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

  • Assists in the underground power line design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion, including electrical, civil and mechanical principles.
  • Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for various projects involving medium-to high-voltage (13-500kV) power lines.
  • Assists in designing power line components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers, including plan and profile drawings, structure load diagrams and foundation drawings.
  • Applies basic knowledge of commonly used civil and electrical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the civil and electrical engineering services industry.
  • Assists with research and compiles project-related data as required by the project managers.  Assists with compiling studies and reports.
  • Assists with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior engineers to verify that corrections are made within multiple CAD-related software.
  • Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of medium to high voltage power lines.
  • Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.
  • Bachelor Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program required.
  • Or Bachelor Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering Technology or related degree from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam required.
  • Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred
  • Basic knowledge of electrical power flow preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
  • Proficient computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
  • Basic distribution design software experience preferred.
  • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills.
  • Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred
  • Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
  • Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located. 

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Burns & McDonnell assists clients of all sizes and industries by providing extensive physical services ranging from assessments, integrated security solutions, and large security architecture designs. Services we typically provide include security and safety system design, threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments, security surveys, security master planning, compliance to federal security programs, independent validation and verification of integrated security system operations, management of installation and maintenance, and staff augmentation to develop and implement facility management and protection processes.

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1898

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