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Distribution engineer requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in distribution engineer job postings.
Sample distribution engineer requirements
- Experience with distribution engineering.
- Knowledge of network protocols.
- Familiarity with network hardware.
- Understanding of IT security guidelines.
- Ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
Sample required distribution engineer soft skills
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Distribution engineer job description example 1
Valdes Engineering distribution engineer job description
Valdes is a 200-person, multidisciplinary, engineering, architecture, and project management company with an expert focus on technical excellence. Every client project is assigned a dedicated team of professionals who provide personalized services and solutions. The Valdes success model consists of streamlined work processes, attention to detail, technical expertise, and an unyielding commitment to client satisfaction, safety and quality.
Valdes is guided by our purpose statement: We are talented people who thrive and achieve extraordinary results for our customers.
Our core values reflect who we are, how we perform and what we aspire to:
Integrity Critical Thinking Excellence Teamwork Passion
Valdes proudly executes all work in the United States to maintain the utmost quality for our clients. We are a certified Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE) and hold the following certifications:
National Minority Supplier Development Council - MBE Certification
Illinois Department of Central Management Services - BEP Certification
City of Chicago - MBE Certification
California Public Utilities Commission, The Supplier Clearinghouse - MBE Certification
Responsibilities include:Provide development and design services on overhead and underground utility distribution line projects (34kV and below) Working on multiple projects while prioritizing work Interface with utility clients and collaboration with design team Preparation and development of distribution voltage construction packages for both overhead and underground construction Utilizing GIS information to aide in design Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members Regularly meet and correspond with clients, equipment suppliers, surveyors, and construction personnel
Typical assignments include:Design distribution facilitates utilizing client standards including, overhead and underground distribution facilities including distribution equipment installation, feeder replacement, cable replacement, new feeder design and others as assigned Routing, design and execution of distribution line projects Prepare calculations and equipment specifications Field walkdowns Response to field questions GIS mapping
Qualifications:Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering1+ years of distribution engineering experience required Eligibility to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future
Valdes Architecture & Engineering Company is looking for bright and talented people that want to take their career to the next level. We offer many rewarding career paths to challenge and engage our employees at all phases of their careers. Our office provides a team environment, and excellent working conditions, which allow individuals to maximize their potential. Valdes Engineering offers an outstanding benefits package including Medical, Dental, 401K plan, Company paid Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance, Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance, Pet Insurance, a discounted gym membership and tuition reimbursement.
EEO/AAE
Valdes is guided by our purpose statement: We are talented people who thrive and achieve extraordinary results for our customers.
Our core values reflect who we are, how we perform and what we aspire to:
Integrity Critical Thinking Excellence Teamwork Passion
Valdes proudly executes all work in the United States to maintain the utmost quality for our clients. We are a certified Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE) and hold the following certifications:
National Minority Supplier Development Council - MBE Certification
Illinois Department of Central Management Services - BEP Certification
City of Chicago - MBE Certification
California Public Utilities Commission, The Supplier Clearinghouse - MBE Certification
Responsibilities include:Provide development and design services on overhead and underground utility distribution line projects (34kV and below) Working on multiple projects while prioritizing work Interface with utility clients and collaboration with design team Preparation and development of distribution voltage construction packages for both overhead and underground construction Utilizing GIS information to aide in design Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members Regularly meet and correspond with clients, equipment suppliers, surveyors, and construction personnel
Typical assignments include:Design distribution facilitates utilizing client standards including, overhead and underground distribution facilities including distribution equipment installation, feeder replacement, cable replacement, new feeder design and others as assigned Routing, design and execution of distribution line projects Prepare calculations and equipment specifications Field walkdowns Response to field questions GIS mapping
Qualifications:Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering1+ years of distribution engineering experience required Eligibility to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future
Valdes Architecture & Engineering Company is looking for bright and talented people that want to take their career to the next level. We offer many rewarding career paths to challenge and engage our employees at all phases of their careers. Our office provides a team environment, and excellent working conditions, which allow individuals to maximize their potential. Valdes Engineering offers an outstanding benefits package including Medical, Dental, 401K plan, Company paid Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance, Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance, Pet Insurance, a discounted gym membership and tuition reimbursement.
EEO/AAE
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Distribution engineer job description example 2
Burns & McDonnell distribution engineer job description
Chart your own course and change the world - with the support of people whose interests are aligned with yours\. At Burns & McDonnell, opportunity is waiting\. We're looking for people with big ideas and an entrepreneurial mindset\. It's those kinds of people who've helped us grow from a small consulting business back in 1898 to a global leader in engineering, construction and consulting solutions\. Today, we're a thriving company with 7,600 professionals working in 50 offices worldwide and recognized as the global leader in Transmission & Distribution\. We are addressing projects across the country that range widely in complexity and voltage\. We are supporting our clients as they take on new challenges to rebuild their electric grid to support the challenges of tomorrow\. With Burns & McDonnell's EPC team, we are able to provide solutions that overcome these challenges in an expedited fashion and provide opportunities for our team to experience the entire project lifecycle\. With our clients' needs in this area expanding rapidly we are looking for leaders to join our team and help drive the vision for tomorrow's electric grid\. We are Burns & McDonnell and we Create Amazing\.
We're growing our distribution design business in our Grand Rapids office as we continue our journey to help make our clients successful\. In this opportunity, we are looking for an experienced engineer to be the first employee from our distribution team to sit in that office location\. The Distribution Engineer will help grow a project teams to create world\-class designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments on various 2\.4kV to 34\.5kV overhead and underground utility distribution projects\. The Distribution Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting electrical distribution plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs\. Responsibilities may include but not limited to:
+ Develop and prepare distribution voltage packages for both overhead and underground projects, including distribution equipment installation, feeder replacement, cable replacement, and new feeder design\.
+ Develop and prepare design sketches, cost estimates, bill of materials, and other required deliverables\.
+ Perform 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\.
+ Research and compile project\-related data as required by the project managers\.
+ Perform field inspections for overhead and underground electric facilities on public and private utility systems\.
+ Prepare and disseminate project communication regarding vegetation management, third\-party attachments, right\-of\-way, and outage planning\.
+ Develop client presentations, reports, and visualizations to demonstrate technical results and project status\.
+ Support the interviewing and hiring of new candidates
+ Training and mentoring of project team
+ Quality assurance and technical alignment
+ All other duties as assigned\.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program\.
+ A Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related Engineering Technology degree from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering \(FE\) exam\.
+ Master of Science degree in Engineering may be substituted for one year experience\.
+ Three years of relevant engineering experience, consulting preferred\.
+ Successful completion \(i\.e\., passing\) FE or EIT preferred\.
+ Strong knowledge of electrical distribution power flow\.
+ Strong computer skills \(e\.g\., Microsoft Office Suite\)\.
+ Proficiency in distribution design software and GIS to aid in design\.
+ Strong knowledge regarding easements, right\-of\-way, and permitting for distribution projects\.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills\.
+ Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem\-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills\.
+ Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem\-solving skills\.
EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
**Job** Engineering
**Primary Location** US\-MI\-Grand Rapids
**Schedule:** Full\-time
**Travel:** Yes, 15 % of the Time
\#LI\-EF \#T&D N/A
We're growing our distribution design business in our Grand Rapids office as we continue our journey to help make our clients successful\. In this opportunity, we are looking for an experienced engineer to be the first employee from our distribution team to sit in that office location\. The Distribution Engineer will help grow a project teams to create world\-class designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments on various 2\.4kV to 34\.5kV overhead and underground utility distribution projects\. The Distribution Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting electrical distribution plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs\. Responsibilities may include but not limited to:
+ Develop and prepare distribution voltage packages for both overhead and underground projects, including distribution equipment installation, feeder replacement, cable replacement, and new feeder design\.
+ Develop and prepare design sketches, cost estimates, bill of materials, and other required deliverables\.
+ Perform 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\.
+ Research and compile project\-related data as required by the project managers\.
+ Perform field inspections for overhead and underground electric facilities on public and private utility systems\.
+ Prepare and disseminate project communication regarding vegetation management, third\-party attachments, right\-of\-way, and outage planning\.
+ Develop client presentations, reports, and visualizations to demonstrate technical results and project status\.
+ Support the interviewing and hiring of new candidates
+ Training and mentoring of project team
+ Quality assurance and technical alignment
+ All other duties as assigned\.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program\.
+ A Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related Engineering Technology degree from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering \(FE\) exam\.
+ Master of Science degree in Engineering may be substituted for one year experience\.
+ Three years of relevant engineering experience, consulting preferred\.
+ Successful completion \(i\.e\., passing\) FE or EIT preferred\.
+ Strong knowledge of electrical distribution power flow\.
+ Strong computer skills \(e\.g\., Microsoft Office Suite\)\.
+ Proficiency in distribution design software and GIS to aid in design\.
+ Strong knowledge regarding easements, right\-of\-way, and permitting for distribution projects\.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills\.
+ Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem\-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills\.
+ Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem\-solving skills\.
EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
**Job** Engineering
**Primary Location** US\-MI\-Grand Rapids
**Schedule:** Full\-time
**Travel:** Yes, 15 % of the Time
\#LI\-EF \#T&D N/A
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024