Electrical Engineer - Distribution Design

Hanson Professional Services Inc.•Austin, TX

6d•$147,000 - $175,000

About The Position

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in Distribution System Design to support electric utility and power delivery projects. This senior-level role is ideal for a Professional Engineer with strong experience in utility distribution systems, including overhead and underground distribution, system upgrades, reliability improvements, and customer-driven projects. The successful candidate will bring technical depth, leadership capability, and hands-on experience supporting transmission and distribution (T&D) utilities, municipal power providers, or utility engineering consultants.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
Professional Engineer (PE) license (required).
Minimum 8 years of experience in electric distribution engineering.
Prior experience working with: Investor-Owned Utilities (IOUs) Public utilities or cooperatives Utility engineering consulting firms
Strong understanding of distribution system operations and utility standards.
Proven ability to lead engineering tasks and collaborate across disciplines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with storm hardening, grid modernization, or resiliency programs.
Familiarity with distribution automation and smart grid technologies.
Experience coordinating with joint-use utilities and right-of-way stakeholders.
Experience supporting proposals, cost estimating, and schedule development.
Experience mentoring junior engineers or serving as a technical lead.

Responsibilities

Lead the design of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems, typically ranging from 4 kV to 35 kV.
Develop design packages for: New distribution lines and system expansions System hardening and resiliency upgrades Reconductoring and voltage conversion projects Service extensions and customer interconnections
Prepare construction drawings, material lists, staking sheets, and technical specifications.
Perform system calculations including: Voltage drop Short-circuit analysis Load analysis and feeder balancing
Apply utility standards, specifications, and design criteria to distribution projects.
Coordinate designs with transmission, substation, protection, and civil teams.
Support integration of: Distribution automation Voltage regulation equipment Protective devices (reclosers, sectionalizers, fuses)
Ensure compatibility with existing utility systems and operational practices.
Serve as lead engineer or subject matter expert for distribution design efforts.
Provide technical guidance and QA/QC reviews for drawings, calculations, and design deliverables.
Support project managers with: Scope development Cost estimates Schedule planning Risk identification
Mentor junior engineers and designers.
Design in accordance with applicable standards and codes, including: NESC IEEE ANSI NEC (as applicable) Utility-specific distribution standards
Utilize commonly used software and tools: CYME, Synergi, or WindMil (preferred) SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower AutoCAD or MicroStation
Maintain working knowledge of distribution construction practices and materials.
Work directly with electric utilities, municipalities, and power providers.
Support construction through: Review of contractor submittals Responses to RFIs Site visits and field observations
Provide engineering support to resolve constructability or operational issues.