Remote Power Distribution Engineer Jobs in Oregon

Position Description 

Cushing Terrell is seeking a Medium Voltage Distribution Electrical Engineer to join our growing overhead distribution team. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to design, deliver, and shape the firm’s distribution capabilities while working on substations, overhead, and underground distribution systems.

In this role you will:

• Design and develop electrical power substations and/or underground and overhead distribution lines
• Produce and review one-line diagrams, relaying diagrams, control schematics, grounding plans, site plans, and construction specifications
• Ensure compliance with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to produce high-quality, coordinated construction documents
• Contribute to the growth of the overhead distribution practice, gaining opportunities for skill development, mentorship, and long-term career advancement

This role provides hands-on technical work, meaningful collaboration, and the chance to grow with a team expanding our distribution capabilities

Position Salary Range*

The expected salary range for this position is starting at $80,000 - $96,000 annually DOE.

Required Qualifications** 

• Bachelor’s degree or higher education in Electrical Engineering
• 5 + years of job-related experience including substation and/or underground and overhead distribution line design
  • Remote may be considered with 7+ years of experience.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code and the National Electrical Code
• Licensed Professional Engineer (or on path to obtain) in the state of the hiring Cushing Terrell office
• Intermediate knowledge of Auto CAD, Bluebeam, Outlook, Microsoft Office
• Ability to design a substation system or power distribution system for small to medium size projects with minimal guidance from professional engineers from start to finish
• Excellent working knowledge of substation and distribution systems components such as circuit breakers, transformers, switches, ground grid systems, support structures, foundations, lightning protection systems, electrical one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, conduit & cable schedules, relay panels, and control buildings
• Ability to collaborate and efficiently work on a team to produce high quality construction documents for projects
• High level of Quality control and ability to correct design issues
• Analytical problem-solving skills
• Necessary mathematical skills

Preferred Qualifications** 

• Knowledge of overhead distribution line design a plus
• Substation Design BIM software and Distribution software experience a plus

Did you know that some people hold back on applying to jobs if they don’t meet 100% of the listed requirements? We don’t want you to hold back! If you check most of the qualifications above and believe you could successfully do the work, we encourage you to apply!

Position Responsibilities*** 

• Consult with the client to determine functional requirements of new or renovated systems and/or projects and prepare information regarding design, specifications, estimated costs, and construction time
• Collaborate with other disciplines to produce preliminary concepts and drawings such as developing
• Produce plans, sections, and details under the direction of the Project Engineer or as the Project Engineer
• Demonstrate an understanding of the National Electrical Safety Code sections for Grounding, Electrical Supply Stations and Overhead and Underground Distribution Lines in the production of engineering calculations, design drawings, and specifications  
• Apply the National Electrical Code in production, including wire sizing, conduit types and sizing, grounding, clearance requirements, etc. in the production of engineering calculations, design drawings, and specifications.
• Produce one-line diagrams, metering and relaying diagrams, control schematics, grounding plans, physical plans and elevations, and construction specifications

Working at Cushing Terrell 

Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments. Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.

Why Cushing Terrell 

At Cushing Terrell, we empower creative designers to discover imaginative, responsible, first-of-their kind environments. But more than that, we support a strong, cohesive team — from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together, we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging — placing people at the center of our practice, thus our tagline, “design meets you.”  

Together, we find joy in uncovering imaginative solutions for the people who work here, the people we work for, and the planet as a whole.  

We offer a competitive benefits package, work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets, and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team.   View our Employee Benefits Guide for more information. 

Things to Note 

*Actual pay will be determined based on the candidate’s years of experience, licensure status, location, level of proficiency, and other job-related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus. 

**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas. 

***The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach. 

Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Contact 406.248.7455 if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process.

Note to recruitment agencies: Cushing Terrell does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Cushing Terrell without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Cushing Terrell.