Design Engineer - (Electric Distribution)

ENTRUST Solutions Group • Houston, TX

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About The Position

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer eager to
gain hands-on project experience, collaborate with industry experts, and grow
within a company that prioritizes professional development. You’ll work on
meaningful utility projects, develop technical skills, and contribute to designs
that support safe, reliable electrical service for residential and commercial
customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical preferred) from an ABET-accredited university.
• 1–3 years of electric distribution design experience, preferably with a utility or engineering consulting firm.
• Foundational experience in utility distribution network design, overhead/underground layouts, pole line design, transformer sizing, and service planning.
• Knowledge of electric distribution design software such as DDS, PoleForeman, and O-Calc.
• Client-facing experience and strong communication skills.
• Ability to support construction coordination activities.
• Willingness to travel up to 25–30%.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with CAD or MicroStation.
• Field experience related to electric distribution infrastructure.
• Experience with AEGIS software.
• Proficiency in Maximo asset management systems.
• Familiarity with utility design standards, permitting, and construction support processes.
• Background in utility design or distribution engineering.

Responsibilities

• Work on electric distribution system designs for subdivisions, apartment complexes, mixed-use developments, and other utility projects.
• Apply technical knowledge to engineering designs, ensuring adherence to project specifications, scope, cost, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Collaborate closely with Designers and Drafters to complete design packages.
• Support the preparation of simple designs or portions of larger projects, including calculations, drawings, and analysis.
• Gain hands-on experience with CAD programs and engineering analysis tools (e.g., DDS, PoleForeman, O-Calc).
• Lead design development for smaller or less complex projects and support senior engineers on technically advanced projects.
• Apply industry codes and standards, including RUS, NESC, and utility-specific guidelines.
• Conduct field inspections (up to 25–30%) to gather design data and support construction coordination.
• Communicate challenges related to scope, cost, schedule, or quality clearly and professionally.
• Identify information that should be communicated to clients and stakeholders through team leads and project managers.
• Self-check design work prior to reviews; participate in peer and QC reviews.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned, including fielding work or project documentation.

Benefits

• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, retirement program with a company match, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level