Distribution Engineer

Stanley Consultants • Austin, TX

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Stanley Consultants is an award-winning and industry-leading global consulting engineering firm, with an unmatched commitment to culture, values, and ethics. We are dedicated to client experience and solve the most complex challenges to create a sustainable, connected, and enriched world for all. As the world changes, Stanley strategically evolves with it, integrating the latest technology, innovation, and resiliency practices.
With over a century of experience serving the energy, federal government, transportation, and water sectors, we have helped improve lives and shape the infrastructure systems that connect us. As an employee-owned organization with a People First approach, we stand apart from other engineering consulting and services firms. At Stanley, your voice counts, your growth matters, and your success is our success.
Stanley Consultants offers flexible work options, competitive pay and great benefits, a strong sense of community, and the chance to build a meaningful, long-term career!

We are seeking a Distribution Engineer to join our Austin, TX office. The position could also be remote as long as it is still in Texas. This unique opportunity will primarily consist of working on electric utility distribution system design, analysis, planning, protection, and consulting.

System distribution design includes the application of the National Electrical Safety Code to provide strength and clearance calculations to be used in the design of electrical distribution facilities – both overhead and underground. Construction inspection using the same tools will also be required. Application of distribution system analysis software to provide system analysis of steady state and transient conditions, develop long-range and capital construction planning studies as well as performing protective coordination studies is also included in this job function.

This position also has the potential to be involved in other distribution engineering services, including power quality reviews, reliability, distribution automation, smart grid, and communications.

Stanley’s Approach to Flexibility
While some members choose to work out of their local office on a full-time basis, we offer a hybrid schedule for eligible positions consisting of two days a week in the office, two days a week remotely, and Friday being a flexible day that can be worked either in the office or at home. Eligible roles can also offer a compressed workweek schedule. Members who participate will be assigned a 9/80 work schedule, meaning every other Friday off!

Requirements

• Candidate must have 5+ years’ experience with increasing responsibility in the electrical utility market.
• Candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited University.
• Candidate must be a registered Professional Engineer in Texas or can obtain within 6 months.
• Candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to work effectively both independently and in a team setting.
• Demonstrate a high motivation for success and a willingness to take on increasing responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of distribution construction standards and National Electric Safety Code.
• Be familiar with USDA Rural Utilities Services design bulletins and lending program requirements associated with planning and design.
• Proficient in the design, construction and maintenance practices of electrical distribution systems. Recognize constructability of the design.

Responsibilities

• System distribution design includes the application of the National Electrical Safety Code to provide strength and clearance calculations to be used in the design of electrical distribution facilities – both overhead and underground.
• Construction inspection using the same tools will also be required.
• Application of distribution system analysis software to provide system analysis of steady state and transient conditions, develop long-range and capital construction planning studies as well as performing protective coordination studies is also included in this job function.
• Review designs completed by other distribution engineers or designers.
• Mentor and lead less experienced distribution designers and engineers.
• Assume project lead responsibilities which includes meeting production targets, budgets, and project deliverables.
• Assist in marketing business opportunities with key clients and development of responses to RFP/RFQs.

Benefits

• Member-Owned. Member-ownership is at the heart of our culture, aligning client satisfaction, company performance, and personal reward.
• Work-Life Balance. We realize there’s more to life than just work.
• Paid Time Away. Stanley Consultants offers numerous paid holidays, generous paid time off (PTO), parental leave, and professional development leave.
• Health Portfolio. We provide a comprehensive portfolio of health services including medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, Doctor On Demand, wellness reimbursement, and mental health resources.
• Financial Health. We offer life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, identity theft protection, and many other benefits.
• Professional Growth. When your skills grow, so do we, which is why we offer tuition assistance, professional society membership, and more.
• Financial Rewards. We share our prosperity with members through company stock ownership, a generous 401K match, incentive compensation, and profit-sharing contributions to retirement 401K plans.

What This Job Offers

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