Distribution Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Charlotte, NC

6d • $69,298 - $99,644 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Distribution Engineer 2 works in a project team environment and leads engineers and designers using engineering and design practices. The role supports electric distribution projects, including system modifications, maintenance, recapitalization, construction support, and complex engineering tasks. It includes client communication and interaction as needed, as well as field work when necessary.

This position has a hybrid work arrangement: 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 (120/208 V through 38 kV).
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to lead a project team.
• The employer does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

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 emerging technologies where relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review construction sketches and work packages for overhead and underground distribution facilities (4 kV through 38 kV).
• Prepare and review pole loading analyses, voltage drop and flicker calculations, cable pulling plans, bills of material, cost estimates, joint use coordination, and 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 and lead a project team.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life and accident insurance
• Disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-up daycare
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (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 may be available depending on location

What This Job Offers

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