Electrical Utility Engineer - Transportation Market
About The Position
As an Electric Utility Engineer, you will perform distribution and transmission line engineering, including detailed design for high voltage line projects up to 161 kV. You will prepare, review, and provide guidance on engineering deliverables for electric distribution and transmission projects, including line routing, structure selection and design, plan and profile drawings, hardware and conductor selection, equipment and construction specifications, and related calculations. You will also design utility relocation plans for highway construction projects, including those funded by State DOTs, and support other electrical design efforts, such as substation design and studies (Arc Flash, system, capacitor, grounding), and provide design support for electrical power supply elements in street lighting and traffic signal projects. Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.
Requirements
- Detailed knowledge of National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) requirements
- Experience with power utilization equipment including switchgear, protective relays, breakers, transformers, motors, and generators
- Familiarity with DOT plans production and procedures
- Computer-Aided Drafting experience
- A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), Mechanical Engineering (BSME), or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university
- 5 to 10 years of experience in high voltage overhead and underground electrical utility distribution (13 kV to 46 kV), and transmission (69 kV to 161 kV) line design
- Registered Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to become registered within 12 months; willingness to pursue licensure in other states
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Experience working in the utility industry
- Genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency with MicroStation and/or Open Roads Designer is a plus
Responsibilities
- Perform distribution and transmission line engineering, including detailed design for high voltage line projects up to 161 kV
- Prepare, review, and provide guidance on engineering deliverables for electric distribution and transmission projects, including line routing, structure selection and design, plan and profile drawings, hardware and conductor selection, equipment and construction specifications, and related calculations
- Design utility relocation plans for highway construction projects, including those funded by State DOTs
- Support other electrical design efforts, such as substation design and studies (Arc Flash, system, capacitor, grounding), and provide design support for electrical power supply elements in street lighting and traffic signal projects
Benefits
- In-house Learning
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Licensure Support
- Professional Organization Engagement
- Flexible Schedules
- Generous PTO
- Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Short- & Long-term Disability
- Paid Life & AD&D
- Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance
- Family Planning and Parental Leave
- Mass/Public Transit Program
- Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
