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Senior Distribution Engineer - Transmission & Distribution

Fort Worth, TX, US • Posted 60+ days ago • Updated 8 hours ago

Full Time

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Skills

Cabling
nesC
Budget
Forecasting
Construction Administration
Publications
Customer Satisfaction
Sales
Marketing
Finance
Leadership
Training
Mentorship
Quality Assurance
Quality Control
Effective Communication
Management
Regulatory Compliance
EPC
Electrical Engineering
Microsoft Office
Design Software
Geographic Information System
Distribution
Communication
Delegation
Critical Thinking
Attention To Detail
Facilitation
Team Building
Collaboration
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
SAP BASIS

Cabling
nesC
Budget
Forecasting
Construction Administration
Publications
Customer Satisfaction
Sales
Marketing
Finance
Leadership
Training
Mentorship
Quality Assurance
Quality Control
Effective Communication
Management
Regulatory Compliance
EPC
Electrical Engineering
Microsoft Office
Design Software
Geographic Information System
Distribution
Communication
Delegation
Critical Thinking
Attention To Detail
Facilitation
Team Building
Collaboration
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
SAP BASIS

Summary

Description

The Senior Distribution Engineer will lead design project teams to create world-class designs for new projects, modifications, and rebuilds on various 2.4kV to 34.5kV overhead and underground utility distribution projects. The Senior Distribution Engineer will lead the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting electrical distribution plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.

Lead design of distribution voltage packages for both overhead and underground projects, including distribution equipment installation, feeder replacement, cable replacement, and new feeder design.
Review various distribution calculations, including cable pulling, voltage drop, and pole loading calculations.
Apply strong knowledge of NESC standards and utility standards, guides, specifications, and procedures.
Participate in the development of project schedule, scope, budget, resource forecasting, and construction planning. Responsible for the effective management of change orders.
Apply knowledge and experience to complex projects to find non-standard design solutions.
Oversee or perform Quality Control reviews of project deliverables.
Oversee or perform construction administration activities.
Lead field inspections for overhead and underground electric facilities on public and private electric utility systems.
Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.
Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers, and contractors and develop new business opportunities. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met.
Participate in sales and marketing efforts and identify key pursuits.
Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.
Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction by mentoring less experienced engineers and designers.
Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
Responsible for effective communication regarding vegetation management, third-party attachments, right-of-way, and outage planning.
Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program and 7 years of distribution engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.
Or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related Engineering Technology degree from an ABET-accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 7 years of distribution engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.
Or Master's Degree in Engineering and 6 years of distribution engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.
Expert knowledge of electrical distribution power flow.
Strong knowledge of overhead and underground construction methods and distribution system equipment.
Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
Experience in distribution design software and GIS to aid in design.
Expert knowledge regarding easements, right-of-way, and permitting for distribution projects.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with leading the design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members. Ability to lead the execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.
Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.
Ability to travel.
Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Engineering

Primary Location US-TX-Fort Worth

Other Locations US-TX-Dallas

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 260239

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-ME #T&D N/A

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10394681
Position Id: 990b56096a1cb5c320081e9b0b031107
Posted 30+ days ago

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