Distribution Engineer 3 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Columbus, OH

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of a project lead, the Distribution Engineer 3 works in a project team with other engineers and designers, applying engineering and design practices to electric distribution projects. The role involves preparing designs and construction documentation for overhead and underground network services from 4 kV through 34 kV, and supporting distribution system analysis, maintenance, recapitalization, and modifications.

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 the employee’s location. Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

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.

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction sketches and details for overhead and underground network services from 4 kV through 34 kV.
• Perform structural analyses, short-circuit calculations, and voltage-drop calculations.
• Prepare bills of material, cost estimates, traffic control plans, and permit drawings, as applicable.
• 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 at the completion of construction.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 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 (PST).
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Potential eligibility for a yearly discretionary bonus.
• Relocation package, depending on location.

What This Job Offers

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