Senior Distribution Engineer 1 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Hamilton, NJ

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Distribution Engineer 1 works in a project team environment and leads engineers and designers in applying engineering and design practices to distribution projects. The role involves preparing and reviewing designs, calculations, estimates, construction documents, and work packages; coordinating with clients and project teams; and supporting construction and field verification. Work includes distribution systems from low voltage through 34 kV and projects involving new upstream and midstream oil and gas facilities.

The position uses a hybrid arrangement, with three days per week in the office and two days working remotely. Travel to client and vendor offices and plant sites is required for design reviews, construction coordination, and field verification. Relocation assistance may be available depending on location. The role supports career development through peer learning and Sargent & Lundy’s Communities of Practice.

Requirements

• Degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• At least 5 years of experience with electric utility distribution or relevant experience sufficient to review others’ work.
• 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 120/208V through 34 kV.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to lead a project team.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; the employer does not sponsor work authorization for this position.

Nice To Haves

• PLS CADD experience is highly preferred.
• Professional Engineering registration or ability to obtain a PE within 5 years.
• Experience in utility distribution inspections and/or construction.
• Familiarity with various distribution design and analysis software.
• Familiarity with GIS software.
• Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineers and designers on project teams using engineering and design practices.
• Prepare and review construction sketches and details for overhead and underground network services from 4 kV through 34 kV.
• Prepare and review structural analyses, short-circuit and voltage-drop calculations, bills of material, cost estimates, traffic control plans, and permit drawings.
• Work on project teams designing new upstream and midstream oil and gas facilities.
• Participate in Process Hazard Analysis and Design Reviews.
• Work directly with client representatives to address questions related to distribution design.
• Analyze, design, or review priority feeds.
• Support maintenance and recapitalization of distribution components.
• Plan system modifications and design and oversee complex tasks.
• Develop work packages and provide construction support when necessary.
• Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant sites for construction coordination and field verification.
• Develop professionally through peer learning and Sargent & Lundy’s systems and Communities of Practice.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Back-up daycare.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (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.
• 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: Senior