Design Engineer - (Electric Distribution)

ENTRUST Solutions Group; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company, seeks a Design Engineer - Electric Distribution to design distribution systems for residential and commercial projects. You will work with Designers and Drafters to prepare complete design packages, perform calculations, and apply relevant codes and standards.

You will gain hands-on project experience, travel up to 10–20%, and collaborate across teams while advancing technical skills in utility design and analysis tools such as DDS, PoleForeman, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical preferred) from an ABET-accredited university.
• Willingness to travel up to 10–20%.

Responsibilities

• Design electric distribution systems for subdivisions, apartments, and mixed-use developments.
• Apply engineering designs with attention to specifications, scope, cost, schedule and quality.
• Collaborate with Designers and Drafters to complete design packages.
• Support simple designs or portions of larger projects with calculations, drawings and analysis.
• Lead design development for smaller projects and assist senior engineers on advanced projects.
• Apply industry codes (RUS, NESC) and utility guidelines in designs.
• Conduct field inspections to gather data and support construction coordination.

Skills

Client-facing

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

CAD

MicroStation

DDS

PoleForeman

O-Calc

Job description

Design Engineer - (Electric Distribution)

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer eager to gain hands‑on utility project experience, collaborate with industry experts, and grow within a company that prioritizes professional development. You’ll work on meaningful utility projects, develop technical skills, and contribute to designs that support safe, reliable electrical service for residential and commercial customers.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Work on electric distribution system designs for subdivisions, apartment complexes, mixed‑use developments, and other utility projects.
• Apply technical knowledge to engineering designs, ensuring adherence to project specifications, scope, cost, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Collaborate closely with Designers and Drafters to complete design packages.
• Support the preparation of simple designs or portions of larger projects, including calculations, drawings, and analysis.
• Gain hands‑on experience with CAD programs and engineering analysis tools (e.g., DDS, PoleForeman, O‑Calc).
• Lead design development for smaller or less complex projects and support senior engineers on technically advanced projects.
• Apply industry codes and standards, including RUS, NESC, and utility‑specific guidelines.
• Conduct field inspections (up to 20%) to gather design data and support construction coordination.
• Communicate challenges related to scope, cost, schedule, or quality clearly and professionally.
• Identify information that should be communicated to clients and stakeholders through team leads and project managers.
• Self‑check design work prior to reviews; participate in peer and QC reviews.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned, including fielding work or project documentation.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical preferred) from an ABET‑accredited university.
• Willingness to travel up to 10‑20%.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1‑3 years of electric distribution design experience, preferably with a utility or engineering consulting firm.
• Hands‑on experience with CAD or MicroStation.
• Foundational experience in utility distribution network design, overhead/underground layouts, pole line design, transformer sizing, and service planning.
• Knowledge of electric distribution design software such as DDS, PoleForeman, and O‑Calc.
• Client‑facing experience and strong communication skills.
• Ability to support construction coordination activities.
• Field experience related to electric distribution infrastructure.
• Experience with DDS design software tool
• Proficiency in asset management systems.
• Familiarity with utility design standards, permitting, and construction support processes.
• Background in utility design or distribution engineering.

Why Join Us?

At ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company, we are driven by a commitment to innovation, technical excellence, and delivering the critical infrastructure that powers and connects communities. Together with Leidos, we are building a scaled, end‑to‑end energy and infrastructure organization focused on modernizing the grid, improving reliability, and helping utilities and network providers meet rising demand.

As an ENR top ranked firm, our team of more than 5,000 professionals brings deep technical expertise and advanced technology across electric, gas, and telecommunications infrastructure. We solve complex challenges for clients across North America and expanding markets, helping them strengthen reliability, expand capacity, and adapt to evolving infrastructure needs.

We foster a culture where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are expected, and where people are empowered to challenge convention, think boldly, and make an impact. Whether you are looking to grow your expertise, lead transformative projects, or help shape the future of infrastructure, you will find opportunities to thrive here.

If you are ready to outthink the status quo, tackle meaningful challenges, and build what is next, we would love to hear from you.

ENTRUST Solutions Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

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