Distribution Engineer 3 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Columbus, OH

4d • $74,353 - $113,595 • Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of a project lead, the Distribution Engineer 3 works in a project team with engineers and designers, applying engineering and design practices to electric distribution projects. The position prepares construction sketches and details, performs analyses and calculations, develops work packages, and supports system maintenance, recapitalization, and modifications. The role includes a hybrid arrangement requiring three days per week in the office and allowing two remote days. 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.
• 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 34 kV.
• Strong communication skills.
• Work authorization in the United States is required; the employer does not sponsor work authorization for this position.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction sketches and details for overhead and underground network services from 4 kV through 34 kV.
• Perform structural analyses.
• Perform short-circuit and voltage-drop calculations.
• Prepare bills of material and cost estimates.
• Prepare traffic control plans and/or permit drawings.
• Analyze and design priority feeds.
• Support maintenance and recapitalization of distribution components.
• Plan system modifications and design complex tasks.
• Develop work packages and provide as-builts after construction is complete.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Back-up daycare.
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account.
• 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.
• Eligible positions may participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.
• Relocation package, depending on location.

What This Job Offers

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