Distribution Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Lexington, KY

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Distribution Engineer 2 works in a project team environment and leads other engineers and designers, applying engineering and design practices to electric utility distribution projects. The role prepares and reviews construction sketches and work packages for overhead and underground distribution facilities from 4 kV through 38 kV, along with related analyses, coordination, drawings, and cost estimates. It also supports project scoping, system maintenance and recapitalization, system modifications, construction, field work, and client communication as needed.

This is a hybrid role, with three days per week expected in the office and the option to work remotely two days per week. 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 work by others.
• 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 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 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).
• Perform pole loading analyses.
• Perform voltage drop and flicker calculations.
• Perform cable pulling analyses.
• Prepare bills of material and cost estimates.
• Coordinate joint use.
• Prepare traffic control plans and 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 be able to lead a project team.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health plans
• Life and accident insurance
• Disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• 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