Distribution Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Cranberry Township, PA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Distribution Engineer 2 works in a project team environment and leads engineers and designers in 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 preliminary project scoping, system maintenance and recapitalization, system modifications, complex project tasks, construction support, and client communication as needed.

The position has a hybrid work arrangement, with 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.

Requirements

• Degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• At least two 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, and 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 emerging technologies relevant to the role. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued 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.
• Perform pole loading analyses.
• Perform voltage drop and flicker calculations.
• Plan cable pulling.
• Prepare bills of material and cost estimates.
• Coordinate joint use.
• 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 project teams.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health plans
• 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
• Yearly discretionary bonus may be available to eligible individuals
• Relocation package may be available depending on location

What This Job Offers

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