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Stanley Consultants

Distribution Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site +1

This unique opportunity will primarily consist of working on electric utility distribution system ... Candidate must be a registered Professional Engineer in Texas or can obtain within 6 months.

Stanley Consultants

Distribution Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

This unique opportunity will primarily consist of working on electric utility distribution system ... Candidate must be a registered Professional Engineer in Texas or can obtain within 6 months.

Stanley Consultants

Distribution Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site +1

This unique opportunity will primarily consist of working on electric utility distribution system ... Candidate must be a registered Professional Engineer in Texas or can obtain within 6 months.

Wood Plc

Distribution Engineer (remote)

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

Knowledge of CSA/IEC/NESC/IEEE Standards and Codes and major utility Engineering Standards ... distribution equipment * Knowledge of smart infrastructure equipment such as automatic feeder ...

Leidos

Distribution Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$59/hr

Leidos is seeking Distribution Engineers in Houston, TX, who are passionate about electric utility design engineering. We're looking for someone who is dedicated to ensuring that every project, no ...

Leidos

Distribution Engineer

Houston, TX · Hybrid

$59/hr

Leidos is seeking Distribution Engineers in Houston, TX, who are passionate about electric utility design engineering. We're looking for someone who is dedicated to ensuring that every project, no ...

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Staff Distribution Engineer - Transmission & Distribution

Fort Worth, TX

Burns & McDonnell
Civil Engineering Construction • 10K+ employees
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Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

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Job description

The Distribution Engineer will work on project teams to create world-class designs for new projects, modifications, and rebuilds on various 2.4kV to 34.5kV overhead and underground utility distribution projects.  The Distribution Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting electrical distribution plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.

  • Develop and prepare distribution voltage packages for both overhead and underground projects, including distribution equipment installation, feeder replacement, cable replacement, and new feeder design.
  • Develop and prepare design sketches, cost estimates, bill of materials, and other required deliverables.
  • Perform various distribution calculations, including cable pulling, voltage drop, and pole loading calculations.
  • Apply strong knowledge of NESC standards and utility standards, guides, specifications, and procedures. 
  • Research and compile project-related data as required by the project managers.
  • Perform field inspections for overhead and underground electric facilities on public and private utility systems.
  • Prepare and disseminate project communication regarding vegetation management, third-party attachments, right-of-way, and outage planning.
  • Develop client presentations, reports, and visualizations to demonstrate technical results and project status.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program and 3 years of relevant engineering experience required. Consulting preferred. 
  • Or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related Engineering Technology degree from an ABET-accredited program and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 3 years of relevant engineering experience required. Consulting preferred.
  • Or Master's Degree in Engineering and 2 years of relevant engineering experience required. Consulting preferred. 
  • Strong knowledge of electrical distribution power flow.
  • Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
  • Proficiency in distribution design software and GIS to aid in design.
  • Strong knowledge regarding easements, right-of-way, and permitting for distribution projects.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
  • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.

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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.

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Civil engineering construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1898

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