Associate Electrical Engineer - Transmission and Distribution

Olsson Associates; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive 401(k) match

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness program

Job summary

Olsson Associates is seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The role requires 3-6 years of T&D engineering experience and strong communication skills. You will design and analyze distribution structures, collaborate with team members, and support project deliverables.

As an Olsson employee, you'll engage in impactful work, enjoy a competitive benefits package including health care and retirement plans, and have opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of T&D engineering experience.
• FE/EI certification.
• Ability to contribute and work well with a team.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze transmission and distribution line structures.
• Support construction documents and perform calculations.
• Collaborate with engineers across disciplines.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

T&D engineering experience

Intermediate to advanced experience with modeling tools

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

PLS-CADD

SPIDAcalc

PoleForeman

Job description

Job Description

Grow your career with Olsson’s Power Delivery team. We’re looking for an Associate Electrical Engineer with 3–6 years of T&D experience, a solid electrical engineering foundation, and the drive to excel in a fast paced, highly autonomous environment.

If you’re motivated, curious, and ready to take ownership of impactful work, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do:

• Design and analyze transmission and distribution line structures
• Use PLS-CADD, SPIDAcalc, PoleForeman, or similar tools to model and evaluate loading
• Support construction documents—plan  profile drawings, loading trees, equipment specs, and reports
• Perform calculations, modeling, and field data reviews
• Collaborate with engineers across disciplines to ensure accuracy and quality
• Assist with site visits, field assessments, and engineering evaluations
• Participate in project meetings and client coordination
• Document work clearly and contribute to project deliverables

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well with a team.
• Electrical Engineering degree.
• 3–6 years of T&D engineering experience.
• FE/EI certification.
• Intermediate to advanced experience with PLS-CADD, SPIDAcalc, PoleForeman, or equivalent tools.

Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match.
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths.
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements.
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities.
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles.

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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