Distribution Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Parsippany, NJ

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Distribution Engineer 2 works in a project team environment and leads other engineers and designers. The role involves preparing and reviewing construction sketches and work packages for electric distribution facilities, supporting project scoping and system maintenance, planning system modifications, and providing construction and client support as needed. The position covers overhead and underground distribution systems and may require field work. The role has a hybrid arrangement, with three days per week in the office and two days working remotely. A relocation package may be available depending on location.

Requirements

• Degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Two or more years of experience with electric utility distribution or relevant experience sufficient to review others’ work.
• Knowledge of physical distribution design methods and their application.
• Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and distribution software, including AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and PoleForeman.
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, NEC, ANSI, IEEE, GIS/GWD.
• Experience with complex overhead and underground distribution projects from 120/208 V through 38 kV.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to lead a project team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in utility distribution inspections and/or construction.
• Familiarity with various distribution design and analysis software.
• Familiarity with GIS software.
• Interest in learning and effectively using relevant emerging technologies; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review construction sketches and work packages for overhead and underground distribution facilities from 4 kV through 38 kV.
• Prepare and review pole loading analyses, voltage drop and flicker calculations, cable-pulling plans, bills of material, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate joint use and prepare traffic control plans and/or permit drawings.
• Support preliminary project scoping.
• Perform field work when necessary.
• Support maintenance and recapitalization of distribution components.
• Plan system modifications and design and oversee complex tasks.
• Provide construction support when necessary.
• Conduct client communication and interaction when necessary.
• Lead other engineers and designers in a project team environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Back-up daycare.
• FSA and HSA.
• 401(k).
• Pre-tax commuter account.
• Merit scholarship program.
• Employee discount program.
• Corporate charitable giving program.
• Tuition assistance.
• First professional licensure bonus.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Paid annual personal/sick time.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Potential yearly discretionary bonus.
• Relocation package, dependent on location.

What This Job Offers

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