Distribution Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Cary, NC

1d • $69,298 - $99,644 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Distribution Engineer 2 works in a project team environment and leads engineers and designers, applying engineering and design practices to electric utility distribution projects. The role involves preparing and reviewing construction sketches and work packages for overhead and underground distribution facilities from 4 kV through 38 kV, along with supporting project scoping, system maintenance and recapitalization, system modifications, construction, and client communication. Field work may be required when necessary.

The position uses 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. Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position. The listed compensation range is $69,298–$99,644, and eligible employees may also be eligible for a yearly discretionary bonus.

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 programs, including AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and PoleForeman.
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, NEC, ANSI, IEEE, and 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.
• Must have U.S. work authorization; the employer does not sponsor 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.
• Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant, but is not required unless identified elsewhere in the job description.

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, 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 and lead a project team.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health 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 (PST).
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Potential yearly discretionary bonus for eligible employees.
• Relocation package, dependent upon location.

What This Job Offers

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