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GPD Group

QA/QC Engineer - Distribution Design

Columbus, OH

$69K - $89K/yr

QA/QC Engineer - Distribution Design Why GPD? At GPD Group, our purpose is to improve the well-being of our employees, clients, communities, and business partners by transforming opportunities into ...

tisg

Overhead - Distribution Designer

Pataskala, OH

Collaborate with engineering teams and field crews. Required Skills & Qualifications: * Proficiency ... Experience with Distribution Design Studio (DDS) is a plus. * Understanding of single-phase and ...

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How much do distribution engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for distribution engineer in Columbus, OH is $41.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.55 and $48.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Is a Distribution Engineer?

A distribution engineer is a type of electrical engineer responsible for the development, installation, testing, and proper usage of electrical power equipment. As a distribution engineer, your job duties include building power distribution systems, performing safety inspections of electrical equipment, and monitoring and documenting the performance of electrical systems. The qualifications to begin a career as a distribution engineer include a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering plus several years of experience working with a variety of electrical power systems and equipment. To succeed in this job, you need to have a mechanical aptitude and strong critical thinking skills.

What are Distribution Engineers?

Distribution Engineers are professionals who design, plan, and oversee the electrical distribution systems that deliver power from substations to homes, businesses, and other end users. They ensure the safe and efficient operation of power lines, transformers, and other infrastructure components. Their work includes system analysis, equipment selection, reliability improvement, and compliance with safety standards. Distribution Engineers often collaborate with utility companies, construction teams, and regulatory agencies to maintain and upgrade electrical grids.

How does a Distribution Engineer typically collaborate with field crews and other departments to ensure reliable power delivery?

Distribution Engineers work closely with field crews, operations, and planning teams to design, upgrade, and maintain electrical distribution systems. They often provide technical support during outages or equipment failures, review field reports, and coordinate with other departments to schedule maintenance that minimizes customer impact. Effective communication and teamwork are crucial, as the engineer needs to translate technical plans into actionable steps for field personnel and ensure that projects meet safety and reliability standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Distribution Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Distribution Engineer, you need a strong background in electrical engineering principles, power distribution systems, and typically a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with software tools such as AutoCAD, GIS, and distribution modeling systems, along with relevant certifications like Professional Engineer (PE) licensure, is often required. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential for collaborating with teams and addressing client needs. These skills ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable delivery of electrical power to customers while meeting regulatory and operational standards.

What is the difference between Distribution Engineer vs Substation Engineer?

AspectDistribution EngineerSubstation Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical Engineering, relevant certificationsBachelor's in Electrical Engineering, often similar certifications
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, utility companies, power distribution networksSubstations, power plants, electrical infrastructure sites
Employer & Industry UsageUtility companies, energy providers, infrastructure firmsUtility companies, electrical infrastructure firms
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Distribution Engineers focus on designing, maintaining, and improving power distribution systems from substations to consumers. Substation Engineers specialize in the design, operation, and maintenance of electrical substations. Both roles require similar credentials and often work within the same industry, but their focus areas differ within the electrical power infrastructure.

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Infographic showing various Distribution Engineer job openings in Columbus, OH as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,562 per year, or $41.1 per hour.
Product Engineer (Electrical Engineer - Power Switching & Distribution)

Product Engineer (Electrical Engineer - Power Switching & Distribution)

Vertiv Group Corp.

Delaware, OH • On-site

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Vertiv rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 60 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

307th of 417 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Job Description
Job Summary
The Product Engineer (Electrical Engineer - Power Switching & Distribution) is the end-to-end design owner for assigned AC power products within Power Switching & Distribution portfolio (RPP, PDU, STS, transformers). This role is accountable not only for technical correctness, but for issue closure, documentation completeness, and lifecycle health of released products.
The Product Engineer operates at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, field service, sales, and customers, translating field reality into durable design improvements. Success in this role requires strong technical judgment, disciplined follow-through, and comfort engaging directly with customers and factories when problems arise.
Responsibilities:
1. Design Ownership & Technical Accountability
  • Serve as design owner and subject matter expert for assigned Power Switching & Distribution products across their full lifecycle (release, sustainment, cost-out, and sunset).
  • Support technical decisions, trade-offs, and change rationale; ensure they are documented, reviewed, and traceable.
  • Invent, prototype, test, and implement design changes to:
    • Prevent recurrence of field or factory issues
    • Address obsolescence and reliability risks
    • Reduce cost or improve manufacturability
    • Add measurable customer value

2. Issue Resolution & Closure Discipline
  • Lead structured troubleshooting of emergent issues in customer sites and factories, including root cause analysis and corrective action definition.
  • Drive issues to clear closure, ensuring fixes are validated, documented, released, and communicated.
  • Coordinate across R&D, manufacturing engineering, quality, and suppliers to eliminate repeat failures.
  • Travel to customer and Vertiv factory sites as needed to support investigations, witness testing, or technical escalations (typically every 3-6 months).

3. Customer & Commercial Engagement
  • Interact directly with customers to support:
    • Technical questions during quoting and sales
    • Field issue resolution
    • Customer witness testing
  • Represent engineering with credibility and clarity, especially when explaining technical limitations, risks, or corrective actions.

4. Documentation & Knowledge Transfer
  • Create, revise, and maintain high-quality technical documentation, including:
    • User manuals
    • Technical specifications
    • Submittal drawings
    • Application notes and internal design records
  • Ensure documentation reflects as-built and as-supported reality, not just original design intent.
  • Contribute to internal knowledge bases to reduce reliance on tribal knowledge.

5. Hands-On Engineering Support
  • Safely operate products and test equipment up to 600 VAC and 1 MW in support of testing and investigations.
  • Design, build, or modify simple test setups and fixtures as required to support failure analysis or validation testing.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
  • 3--8 years of experience in one or more of the following:
  • Data center power infrastructure or operations
  • Commercial or industrial power systems
  • UPS, switchgear, RPP, PDU, or STS design/support
  • Embedded firmware interaction, sensors, or controls
  • Strong planning, organization, and technical documentation skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work across functions in a fast-paced, operational environment.
  • Proficiency with standard engineering tools (spreadsheets, CAD, documentation tools).
  • Preferred Qualifications
    • Experience with power infrastructure or switchgear operation, design, or sustainment engineering.
    • Working knowledge of NEC and applicable electrical standards.
    • Experience with 2D CAD tools.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength
OUR BEHAVIORS
• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development
About Vertiv
Vertiv is a $10.2 billion global critical infrastructure and data center technology company. We ensure customers' vital applications run continuously by bringing together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services. Our portfolio includes power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 20,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.
Work Authorization
No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertiv.com.
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