Design Engineer - Electric Distribution
About The Position
As part of a small ENTRUST team embedded within the client's organization, the Design Engineer will work alongside utility engineers, designers, and project stakeholders on projects that improve electric service reliability and support community growth. The role offers mentorship, technical development, and exposure to utility operations. The position is based in the Lubbock, Texas area and requires working on-site in the client's office approximately three days per week. The engineer designs overhead and underground electric distribution facilities and prepares construction-ready design packages, drawings, layouts, equipment specifications, and construction documentation. Projects may include new service extensions, reliability improvements, underground distribution, system capacity and growth upgrades, and grid modernization initiatives. The engineer also supports project planning, field information gathering, permitting, easement coordination, and construction activities as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field; equivalent relevant experience may also be considered.
- Must be located in the Lubbock, TX area.
- Ability to work on-site in the client's office approximately three days per week.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally for project and field activities.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with electric utility distribution design.
- Familiarity with overhead and underground electric distribution systems.
- Experience using AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, or similar design software.
- Knowledge of utility construction practices and design standards.
- Understanding of NESC, utility specifications, and engineering documentation practices.
- Previous experience working for a utility, engineering consulting firm, utility contractor, or electric cooperative.
Responsibilities
- Design overhead and underground electric distribution facilities for residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
- Develop construction-ready design packages using AutoCAD and other utility design software.
- Prepare engineering drawings, layouts, equipment specifications, and construction documentation.
- Support electric service extensions for new customer developments and load growth projects.
- Apply utility standards, design practices, and safety requirements throughout project development.
- Collaborate with utility engineers, project managers, field personnel, and construction partners.
- Perform design calculations, material takeoffs, and cost estimates.
- Participate in project planning, scheduling, and coordination activities.
- Conduct field visits to gather site information and support project development.
- Assist with permitting, easement coordination, and construction support as needed.
- Ensure designs meet quality expectations, project schedules, and client requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
